Sequoia Capital

Sequoia Capital, established in 1972, is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. The company focuses on investing in early to growth-stage companies across various sectors, including information technology, healthcare, financial services, and energy. Sequoia Capital provides capital and strategic support to a select group of daring founders, helping them build legendary companies and push technological boundaries. The firm typically invests between $100,000 and $100 million, with a preference for being the first investor in profitable, fast-growing companies with proven teams and products. Sequoia Capital also manages funds focused on specific regions and sectors, such as India and the technology sector.

Michelle (Bailhe) Fradin

Partner

Sumaiya Balbale

COO and Operating Partner

Julien Bek

Partner

Anas Biad

Partner

Isaiah Boone

Partner

Rosemarie Boyd

Partner

Romie Boyd

Partner

Konstantine Buhler

Partner

David Cahn

Partner

Josephine Chen

Partner

W. M. Coughran

Founder's Coach and Partner

Charlie Curnin

Partner

Joe Dobrenski

Partner of Human Capital

Helen Fan

Vice President

James Flynn

Partner

Caroline Fu

Vice President

Stacey Gerber

Partner, Operations and Experience

Christopher Graff

Partner, Global Equities

Trency Gu

Managing Director

Wayne Guo

Vice President

Ravi Gupta

Partner

Sonya Huang

Partner

Steven Ji

Partner, China

Kais Khimji

Partner

Marie Klemchuk

CFO

Shailesh Lakhani

Managing Director - India

Jess Lee

Partner, Seed / Early

Shmil Levy

Partner, Israel

Luciana Lixandru

Partner

Xiaobo Lu

Partner, China

Cornelius Menke

Partner

Dean Meyer

Partner, Seed / Early

Gili Raanan

General Partner

GV Ravishankar

Managing Director - India

Andrew Reed

Partner

Lauren Reeder

Partner

George Robson

Partner

Bryan Schreier

Partner

Harshjit Sethi

Managing Director

Shailendra Singh

Managing Director

Thomas Stephenson

Special Limited Partner

Sam Sun

Partner

Glen Sun

Vice President, China

Shraeyansh Thakur

Principal

Donald Valentine

Founder

Mike Vernal

Partner

Don Vieira

Global Chief Policy Officer and Partner

Rock Wang

Managing Director

Fred Wang

Managing Director, China

Jeff Wang

Managing Partner of Sequoia Capital Global Equities

Cen Wang

Partner, China

Lynn Yang

Managing Director, China

Skee Zhang

Managing Director

Jiajia Zou

Managing Director

Past deals in Infrastructure

Gridware

Series A in 2025
Gridware is focused on enhancing and safeguarding the electrical grid, a critical infrastructure that, when compromised, can lead to severe consequences such as wildfires, property damage, and loss of life. The company has developed an advanced monitoring system that employs high-precision sensor arrays, including microphones and other sensing technologies, to continuously analyze the electrical and mechanical behavior of grid assets. This system incorporates an artificial intelligence processing unit that detects anomalies in the environment around power poles, enabling utilities to proactively address potential faults. By facilitating timely repairs and rapid responses to climatic anomalies, Gridware's technology improves safety, reliability, and reduces outage durations for utility companies. Headquartered in the Bay Area of Northern California, Gridware is privately held and supported by notable climate-tech and Silicon Valley investors, positioning itself to meet the growing demand for power while contributing to the future resilience of the electrical grid.

Starcloud

Seed Round in 2024
Starcloud is focused on developing megawatt-scale data centers in space, with plans for scalable expansion to gigawatt capacity. The company designs power and cooling systems that leverage reduced launch costs to capitalize on the abundant energy and passive cooling available in the space environment. By providing high-speed connectivity, Starcloud aims to create cost-competitive, sustainable, and rapidly scalable data centers that support critical infrastructure needs for the future.

Stark Drones

Series A in 2024
Stark Drones specializes in advanced drone technology and innovative energy solutions aimed at transforming telecommunications and infrastructure. The company has developed a Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) system that significantly reduces costs compared to conventional Lithium Ion batteries and offers rapid charging capabilities. Additionally, Stark Drones has created a cost-effective alternative to high-priced wireless communication projects, enhancing connectivity with a focus on distributed peer-to-peer systems. Their technology supports improved energy systems and grid infrastructure, contributing to a more decentralized and efficient internet. Stark Drones is also dedicated to sustainability research, exploring innovative applications of its technology to address resource scarcity and replace outdated systems, thereby promoting a more sustainable future.

Alkira

Series C in 2024
Alkira, Inc. is a provider of a comprehensive networking platform designed for hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Established in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, Alkira offers its services through a pay-as-you-go model that enables customers to seamlessly connect local systems and cloud workloads to its Cloud Exchange Points (CXP). The Alkira Network Cloud facilitates the rapid deployment of multi-cloud network connectivity, integrated network and security services, and offers operational visibility and governance. Users can design their network across various users, sites, and clouds using an intuitive digital canvas, provisioning the network with just one click. Alkira’s solutions are utilized by major enterprises, system integrators, and managed service providers, enabling them to activate services on-demand and scale resources based on utilization.

Starcloud

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Starcloud is focused on developing megawatt-scale data centers in space, with plans for scalable expansion to gigawatt capacity. The company designs power and cooling systems that leverage reduced launch costs to capitalize on the abundant energy and passive cooling available in the space environment. By providing high-speed connectivity, Starcloud aims to create cost-competitive, sustainable, and rapidly scalable data centers that support critical infrastructure needs for the future.

Meter

Venture Round in 2024
Meter is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in providing internet infrastructure for businesses. Founded with the goal of creating enterprise-grade networks, Meter focuses on delivering solutions that are faster, more accessible, and more secure. The company utilizes a full-stack approach, integrating purpose-built hardware with intuitive software and streamlined operations. This enables businesses to operate on a reliable and modern network. Meter's system includes the installation of wires, routers, and wireless access points, which enhances the connectivity process. By leveraging existing hardware and employing software to analyze logs based on devices, data, and applications, Meter ensures that companies can maintain secure wireless network systems tailored to their needs.

Buidler DAO

Seed Round in 2023
Buidler DAO describes itself as a "network of web3 projects and talents." The effort brings together developers, researchers, and operators with the goal of providing an infrastructure and accelerator for cryptocurrency ventures.

Oso

Series A in 2023
Oso Security Inc. is an information technology company based in New York that specializes in backend infrastructure security software for developers. Founded in 2018, the company provides a platform that simplifies the integration of authorization into the software development process. Its software includes features for authentication, authorization, end-to-end encryption, and auditing, offering a consistent interface for core security controls. This enables developers to build and maintain secure infrastructure and applications efficiently. Oso Security Inc. was previously known as Keesh, Inc. and focuses on enhancing the security capabilities of businesses and organizations.

Zoo

Seed Round in 2023
Zoo is a California-based company established in 2021 that specializes in creating infrastructure for hardware design. It focuses on developing tools, automation, websites, and applications to support hardware designers in their work. By providing a comprehensive technological infrastructure, Zoo aims to facilitate the integration of various elements necessary for effective hardware design, empowering developers to create a new generation of design tools with standardized capabilities. The company's innovative approach seeks to streamline the hardware design process and enhance the overall efficiency of hardware development for its users.

Meter

Series B in 2022
Meter is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in providing internet infrastructure for businesses. Founded with the goal of creating enterprise-grade networks, Meter focuses on delivering solutions that are faster, more accessible, and more secure. The company utilizes a full-stack approach, integrating purpose-built hardware with intuitive software and streamlined operations. This enables businesses to operate on a reliable and modern network. Meter's system includes the installation of wires, routers, and wireless access points, which enhances the connectivity process. By leveraging existing hardware and employing software to analyze logs based on devices, data, and applications, Meter ensures that companies can maintain secure wireless network systems tailored to their needs.

The Boring Company

Series C in 2022
The Boring Company is a construction firm specializing in tunneling infrastructure. It focuses on creating efficient, affordable, and safe underground networks for transportation, utilities, and freight, aiming to alleviate surface traffic congestion.

Oso

Series A in 2021
Oso Security Inc. is an information technology company based in New York that specializes in backend infrastructure security software for developers. Founded in 2018, the company provides a platform that simplifies the integration of authorization into the software development process. Its software includes features for authentication, authorization, end-to-end encryption, and auditing, offering a consistent interface for core security controls. This enables developers to build and maintain secure infrastructure and applications efficiently. Oso Security Inc. was previously known as Keesh, Inc. and focuses on enhancing the security capabilities of businesses and organizations.

Alkira

Series B in 2020
Alkira, Inc. is a provider of a comprehensive networking platform designed for hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Established in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, Alkira offers its services through a pay-as-you-go model that enables customers to seamlessly connect local systems and cloud workloads to its Cloud Exchange Points (CXP). The Alkira Network Cloud facilitates the rapid deployment of multi-cloud network connectivity, integrated network and security services, and offers operational visibility and governance. Users can design their network across various users, sites, and clouds using an intuitive digital canvas, provisioning the network with just one click. Alkira’s solutions are utilized by major enterprises, system integrators, and managed service providers, enabling them to activate services on-demand and scale resources based on utilization.

Alkira

Series A in 2020
Alkira, Inc. is a provider of a comprehensive networking platform designed for hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Established in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, Alkira offers its services through a pay-as-you-go model that enables customers to seamlessly connect local systems and cloud workloads to its Cloud Exchange Points (CXP). The Alkira Network Cloud facilitates the rapid deployment of multi-cloud network connectivity, integrated network and security services, and offers operational visibility and governance. Users can design their network across various users, sites, and clouds using an intuitive digital canvas, provisioning the network with just one click. Alkira’s solutions are utilized by major enterprises, system integrators, and managed service providers, enabling them to activate services on-demand and scale resources based on utilization.

CloudCare

Series C in 2017
CloudCare, established in 2013, specializes in cloud computing services tailored for enterprise clients. Their offerings encompass consulting, system design and implementation, application migration, ongoing management of mixed cloud environments, and data center construction. The company's core product is a platform designed to streamline cloud adoption processes, enhancing work efficiency and business productivity through efficient coordination and personnel matching capabilities.

Springpath

Venture Round in 2015
Springpath is a provider of a hyperconverged software solution designed for enterprise storage and data management. The company has developed the industry’s first software-defined data platform that utilizes its patent-pending Hardware Agnostic Log-structure Objects architecture. This platform is engineered to deliver elastic scaling, autonomous management, and a comprehensive enterprise-grade feature set while operating on standard servers. By eliminating the need for traditional network storage, Springpath's data platform seamlessly integrates with existing management tools, enhancing operational efficiency. This approach allows enterprises to independently manage compute, caching, or capacity resources, enabling them to adapt to changing business needs and maintain agility in a silo-free environment.

CloudCare

Series A in 2014
CloudCare, established in 2013, specializes in cloud computing services tailored for enterprise clients. Their offerings encompass consulting, system design and implementation, application migration, ongoing management of mixed cloud environments, and data center construction. The company's core product is a platform designed to streamline cloud adoption processes, enhancing work efficiency and business productivity through efficient coordination and personnel matching capabilities.

Calm.io

Series A in 2013
Calm.io is a technology company focused on automating DevOps processes in environments characterized by containers, clouds, and microservices. The company's platform simplifies the deployment, management, and maintenance of distributed applications across various infrastructures, including private and public clouds, as well as bare metal servers. It supports a range of technologies, including Docker, virtual machines, and binaries, facilitating IT automation and improving operational efficiency for IT departments. Calm.io is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in Bangalore and Singapore.

Idc917

Venture Round in 2013
Jin Yun is IDC service provider focused on the research and development of high-tech, user-centered internet products and services that include host leasing, storage expansion, network acceleration, website foundations, database services and more. It also offers vertical cloud services for video cloud industries. Ji Yun’s core products include features such as customized services, elastic expansion, and more. In March 2013, Jin Yun declared to open beta version. The company is a public cloud platform developed by an independent R&D team after integrating the resources of Shaanixi Xipu Network. Shaanxi XiPu Internet Technology Company of Limited Liability was founded in 2008, with a registered capital of 10 million Yuan.

Nimble Storage

Series E in 2012
Nimble Storage, Inc. specializes in providing flash storage platforms designed to enhance the performance of various business applications. The company's offerings include InfoSight, a predictive cloud platform that integrates predictive analytics with flash storage and multicloud infrastructure, streamlining operations in both on-premises data centers and cloud environments. Nimble Storage's product line features AF-Series All Flash arrays and CS-Series Adaptive Flash arrays, which are optimized for high-I/O applications such as Oracle and SQL Server. Additionally, Nimble Cloud Volumes deliver an enterprise-grade multi-cloud storage solution that supports applications in major cloud environments like Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure. The company markets its products through a network of value-added resellers, system integrators, and distributors across diverse sectors, including healthcare, education, financial services, and technology. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Nimble Storage operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company.

Springpath

Series A in 2012
Springpath is a provider of a hyperconverged software solution designed for enterprise storage and data management. The company has developed the industry’s first software-defined data platform that utilizes its patent-pending Hardware Agnostic Log-structure Objects architecture. This platform is engineered to deliver elastic scaling, autonomous management, and a comprehensive enterprise-grade feature set while operating on standard servers. By eliminating the need for traditional network storage, Springpath's data platform seamlessly integrates with existing management tools, enhancing operational efficiency. This approach allows enterprises to independently manage compute, caching, or capacity resources, enabling them to adapt to changing business needs and maintain agility in a silo-free environment.

SynapSense

Series C in 2011
SynapSense specializes in wireless instrumentation solutions tailored for data centers and large-scale enterprises. Their offerings enable these entities to monitor and optimize their energy consumption, thereby reducing both operational costs and carbon footprint.

Nimble Storage

Series D in 2011
Nimble Storage, Inc. specializes in providing flash storage platforms designed to enhance the performance of various business applications. The company's offerings include InfoSight, a predictive cloud platform that integrates predictive analytics with flash storage and multicloud infrastructure, streamlining operations in both on-premises data centers and cloud environments. Nimble Storage's product line features AF-Series All Flash arrays and CS-Series Adaptive Flash arrays, which are optimized for high-I/O applications such as Oracle and SQL Server. Additionally, Nimble Cloud Volumes deliver an enterprise-grade multi-cloud storage solution that supports applications in major cloud environments like Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure. The company markets its products through a network of value-added resellers, system integrators, and distributors across diverse sectors, including healthcare, education, financial services, and technology. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Nimble Storage operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company.

Nimble Storage

Series C in 2010
Nimble Storage, Inc. specializes in providing flash storage platforms designed to enhance the performance of various business applications. The company's offerings include InfoSight, a predictive cloud platform that integrates predictive analytics with flash storage and multicloud infrastructure, streamlining operations in both on-premises data centers and cloud environments. Nimble Storage's product line features AF-Series All Flash arrays and CS-Series Adaptive Flash arrays, which are optimized for high-I/O applications such as Oracle and SQL Server. Additionally, Nimble Cloud Volumes deliver an enterprise-grade multi-cloud storage solution that supports applications in major cloud environments like Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure. The company markets its products through a network of value-added resellers, system integrators, and distributors across diverse sectors, including healthcare, education, financial services, and technology. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Nimble Storage operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company.

Nimbula

Series B in 2010
Nimbula is a cloud infrastructure software company that enables enterprises and service providers to construct private, public, or hybrid clouds. Founded by industry veterans Chris Pinkham and Willem van Biljon, who previously developed Amazon EC2, Nimbula offers its flagship product, Nimbula Director, which is designed to be scalable, highly automated, and user-friendly while providing complete control over cloud environments. The company’s solutions combine the flexibility and operational efficiencies typically associated with public clouds with the control and security of traditional data centers. Nimbula is headquartered in Mountain View, California, with a development team located in South Africa. It has participated in the OpenStack Foundation to further advance cloud software technologies. Nimbula was acquired by Oracle Corporation, reflecting its impactful role in the cloud software market.

SynapSense

Venture Round in 2010
SynapSense specializes in wireless instrumentation solutions tailored for data centers and large-scale enterprises. Their offerings enable these entities to monitor and optimize their energy consumption, thereby reducing both operational costs and carbon footprint.

Nimbula

Series A in 2010
Nimbula is a cloud infrastructure software company that enables enterprises and service providers to construct private, public, or hybrid clouds. Founded by industry veterans Chris Pinkham and Willem van Biljon, who previously developed Amazon EC2, Nimbula offers its flagship product, Nimbula Director, which is designed to be scalable, highly automated, and user-friendly while providing complete control over cloud environments. The company’s solutions combine the flexibility and operational efficiencies typically associated with public clouds with the control and security of traditional data centers. Nimbula is headquartered in Mountain View, California, with a development team located in South Africa. It has participated in the OpenStack Foundation to further advance cloud software technologies. Nimbula was acquired by Oracle Corporation, reflecting its impactful role in the cloud software market.

SynapSense

Series C in 2009
SynapSense specializes in wireless instrumentation solutions tailored for data centers and large-scale enterprises. Their offerings enable these entities to monitor and optimize their energy consumption, thereby reducing both operational costs and carbon footprint.

Nimble Storage

Series A in 2008
Nimble Storage, Inc. specializes in providing flash storage platforms designed to enhance the performance of various business applications. The company's offerings include InfoSight, a predictive cloud platform that integrates predictive analytics with flash storage and multicloud infrastructure, streamlining operations in both on-premises data centers and cloud environments. Nimble Storage's product line features AF-Series All Flash arrays and CS-Series Adaptive Flash arrays, which are optimized for high-I/O applications such as Oracle and SQL Server. Additionally, Nimble Cloud Volumes deliver an enterprise-grade multi-cloud storage solution that supports applications in major cloud environments like Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure. The company markets its products through a network of value-added resellers, system integrators, and distributors across diverse sectors, including healthcare, education, financial services, and technology. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Nimble Storage operates as a subsidiary of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company.

SatNav Technologies

Series A in 2008
SatNav Technologies is a global leader in proprietary cloud-based IT and custom mapping solutions to help organizations increase their efficiency and productivity – both in the field and in the office or facility. Since its inception in India in 2000, SatNav and its highly experienced executive team has expanded its operations around the globe, gaining worldwide recognition, prestigious awards, and Fortune 500 clients along the way.

SynapSense

Series B in 2007
SynapSense specializes in wireless instrumentation solutions tailored for data centers and large-scale enterprises. Their offerings enable these entities to monitor and optimize their energy consumption, thereby reducing both operational costs and carbon footprint.

KMC Constructions Limited

Private Equity Round in 2007
KMC Constructions is a fast growing construction company that specializes in national highway projects, airport runways and bridges. The company has executed several landmark projects and has a successful track record of 35 years in implementation and operation of infrastructure projects in India.

Isilon Systems

Series E in 2006
Isilon Systems is a developer of intelligent clustered storage systems designed for managing digital content and unstructured data. The company's flagship product, Isilon IQ, integrates a high-performance clustered storage architecture with a distributed file system, offering exceptional simplicity and scalability. Isilon's solutions cater to data-intensive industries, including media and entertainment, digital imaging, life sciences, and oil and gas, enabling efficient storage and management of file-based data such as video, audio, digital images, and simulation data. Through its innovative technology, Isilon Systems addresses the growing demands for storage in various sectors that require robust data handling capabilities.

Isilon Systems

Series D in 2005
Isilon Systems is a developer of intelligent clustered storage systems designed for managing digital content and unstructured data. The company's flagship product, Isilon IQ, integrates a high-performance clustered storage architecture with a distributed file system, offering exceptional simplicity and scalability. Isilon's solutions cater to data-intensive industries, including media and entertainment, digital imaging, life sciences, and oil and gas, enabling efficient storage and management of file-based data such as video, audio, digital images, and simulation data. Through its innovative technology, Isilon Systems addresses the growing demands for storage in various sectors that require robust data handling capabilities.

Infoblox

Series E in 2005
Infoblox is a developer of network identity appliances that enhance the management of critical network protocols, including DNS, DHCP, RADIUS, and LDAP, essential for linking business applications to network infrastructure. The company's products are designed to improve network control while reducing total cost of ownership by offering secure, scalable, and reliable services compared to traditional server-software solutions. Infoblox employs a distributed appliance approach, which centralizes the management of identity data and services across networks. Additionally, the company provides network infrastructure automation and security software, enabling organizations to protect against malware and cyberattacks. This technology simplifies network complexity by creating a unified control point for traditional data centers as well as public and private cloud environments. With a global presence in over 30 countries, Infoblox serves more than 500 customers, including numerous Fortune 500 companies, across various industries.

Isilon Systems

Series C in 2004
Isilon Systems is a developer of intelligent clustered storage systems designed for managing digital content and unstructured data. The company's flagship product, Isilon IQ, integrates a high-performance clustered storage architecture with a distributed file system, offering exceptional simplicity and scalability. Isilon's solutions cater to data-intensive industries, including media and entertainment, digital imaging, life sciences, and oil and gas, enabling efficient storage and management of file-based data such as video, audio, digital images, and simulation data. Through its innovative technology, Isilon Systems addresses the growing demands for storage in various sectors that require robust data handling capabilities.

Infoblox

Series D in 2004
Infoblox is a developer of network identity appliances that enhance the management of critical network protocols, including DNS, DHCP, RADIUS, and LDAP, essential for linking business applications to network infrastructure. The company's products are designed to improve network control while reducing total cost of ownership by offering secure, scalable, and reliable services compared to traditional server-software solutions. Infoblox employs a distributed appliance approach, which centralizes the management of identity data and services across networks. Additionally, the company provides network infrastructure automation and security software, enabling organizations to protect against malware and cyberattacks. This technology simplifies network complexity by creating a unified control point for traditional data centers as well as public and private cloud environments. With a global presence in over 30 countries, Infoblox serves more than 500 customers, including numerous Fortune 500 companies, across various industries.

Isilon Systems

Series B in 2002
Isilon Systems is a developer of intelligent clustered storage systems designed for managing digital content and unstructured data. The company's flagship product, Isilon IQ, integrates a high-performance clustered storage architecture with a distributed file system, offering exceptional simplicity and scalability. Isilon's solutions cater to data-intensive industries, including media and entertainment, digital imaging, life sciences, and oil and gas, enabling efficient storage and management of file-based data such as video, audio, digital images, and simulation data. Through its innovative technology, Isilon Systems addresses the growing demands for storage in various sectors that require robust data handling capabilities.

CenterRun

Series A in 2002
CenterRun Inc. is a privately held provider of productivity applications for the enterprise data center. CenterRun gives data center operations assurance that web application deployments are done correctly, providing greater control, improved visibility, increased productivity and enforced best practices.

Rackspace Technology

Venture Round in 2000
Rackspace Technology is a hybrid cloud services provider that offers end-to-end solutions for businesses to manage their workloads across public and private cloud environments. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the company serves over 300,000 customers globally, including a significant portion of Fortune 100 companies. Rackspace specializes in various services, including application services, data management, colocation, managed hosting, professional services, and security and compliance. It is recognized for its expertise through its Fanatical Support service, which leverages technologies from leading platforms such as OpenStack, Microsoft, and VMware. Rackspace generates revenue through consumption-based contracts and professional services aimed at designing and building customized cloud solutions.
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