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.
Managing Partner of Sequoia Capital Global Equities
Fred Wang
Managing Director, China
Cen Wang
Partner, China
Rock Wang
Managing Director
Lynn Yang
Managing Director, China
Skee Zhang
Managing Director
Jiajia Zou
Managing Director
Past deals in PaaS
Paid
Pre Seed Round in 2025
Paid is a business platform that empowers AI agents to generate revenue and scale their operations. Its drop-in revenue engine automates critical processes such as pricing, subscriptions, billing, and renewals, allowing AI agents to focus on core competencies and accelerate growth.
Caldera
Funding Round in 2023
Caldera operates a no-code Web3 infrastructure platform that enables developers to easily create, launch, and manage customizable layer-2 blockchain rollups. The platform features flexible fee structures, including the option to eliminate transaction fees, allowing clients to generate revenue through various means such as transaction and bridge fees or miner extractable value (MEV). Additionally, Caldera's offerings support multiple programming languages, enhancing accessibility for developers. By providing these capabilities, Caldera aims to help businesses mitigate risks associated with fee spikes and network outages while streamlining the deployment of blockchain solutions.
Zeet
Seed Round in 2022
Zeet is a developer-focused application platform established in 2020 and based in San Francisco, California. The company simplifies the code deployment process by enabling users to deploy applications to various cloud providers, including AWS and GCP. Zeet's all-in-one DevOps software offers a cloud-native setup that allows clients to manage self-hosted open-source projects seamlessly. This functionality empowers developers to concentrate on product delivery rather than getting bogged down in complex deployment configurations.
Release
Series A in 2021
Release is a company that specializes in simplifying the development process by providing a staging management toolkit. This toolkit allows users to define environments, resources, workflows, and hostnames, enabling the creation of development, staging, demo, and production environments based on templates automatically derived from docker-compose files. By eliminating the need to manage underlying infrastructure, Release enables businesses to automate the deployment process, ensuring that environments are automatically generated and updated with each code change or pull request. Additionally, users can manually deploy environments through the Release user interface. Founded in 2019 by Tommy, David, and Erik, Release aims to enhance collaborative development cycles by streamlining integration with existing tools and facilitating permanent production environments.
Release
Seed Round in 2021
Release is a company that specializes in simplifying the development process by providing a staging management toolkit. This toolkit allows users to define environments, resources, workflows, and hostnames, enabling the creation of development, staging, demo, and production environments based on templates automatically derived from docker-compose files. By eliminating the need to manage underlying infrastructure, Release enables businesses to automate the deployment process, ensuring that environments are automatically generated and updated with each code change or pull request. Additionally, users can manually deploy environments through the Release user interface. Founded in 2019 by Tommy, David, and Erik, Release aims to enhance collaborative development cycles by streamlining integration with existing tools and facilitating permanent production environments.
Ascend.io
Series A in 2017
Ascend.io, based in Palo Alto, California, offers an advanced platform designed to streamline big data analytics and engineering workflows. The platform integrates essential capabilities such as data ingestion, transformation, delivery, orchestration, and observability into a unified solution, enabling data teams to operate significantly faster. By leveraging declarative configurations and automation, Ascend.io manages cloud infrastructure, optimizes data pipelines, and reduces maintenance throughout the data lifecycle. This innovative approach supports business managers in initiating projects and making informed decisions by simplifying connections to various applications. Recognized as a 2021 Gartner Cool Vendor, Ascend.io is supported by prominent venture capital firms and notable advisors in the tech industry.
IngageApp
Series D in 2017
Xiaoshouyi develops software solutions for customer relationship, sales force, and workforce management. IngageApp provides a next-generation CRM solution by leveraging mobile social platform and big data technologies. With its SaaS and PaaS framework, the solution empowers users to engage, sell and provide services to their customers through a seamlessly integrated end-to-end process from marketing automation, sales automation, partner relationship management, to customer and field services. Founded in 2011, in 2017 IngageApp became the first Chinese CRM vendor to be named in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Force Automation (SFA). More than 4,000 companies in over 20 industries use IngageApp to grow their business. Founded by Allan Shi, IngageApp is based in Beijing, China with offices across China and an R&D center in the Silicon Valley. IngageApp has raised several rounds of venture funding from leading investors like Sequoia, Tencent and Matrix Partners.
Ascend.io
Seed Round in 2015
Ascend.io, based in Palo Alto, California, offers an advanced platform designed to streamline big data analytics and engineering workflows. The platform integrates essential capabilities such as data ingestion, transformation, delivery, orchestration, and observability into a unified solution, enabling data teams to operate significantly faster. By leveraging declarative configurations and automation, Ascend.io manages cloud infrastructure, optimizes data pipelines, and reduces maintenance throughout the data lifecycle. This innovative approach supports business managers in initiating projects and making informed decisions by simplifying connections to various applications. Recognized as a 2021 Gartner Cool Vendor, Ascend.io is supported by prominent venture capital firms and notable advisors in the tech industry.
IngageApp
Series C in 2015
Xiaoshouyi develops software solutions for customer relationship, sales force, and workforce management. IngageApp provides a next-generation CRM solution by leveraging mobile social platform and big data technologies. With its SaaS and PaaS framework, the solution empowers users to engage, sell and provide services to their customers through a seamlessly integrated end-to-end process from marketing automation, sales automation, partner relationship management, to customer and field services. Founded in 2011, in 2017 IngageApp became the first Chinese CRM vendor to be named in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Force Automation (SFA). More than 4,000 companies in over 20 industries use IngageApp to grow their business. Founded by Allan Shi, IngageApp is based in Beijing, China with offices across China and an R&D center in the Silicon Valley. IngageApp has raised several rounds of venture funding from leading investors like Sequoia, Tencent and Matrix Partners.
IngageApp
Series B in 2014
Xiaoshouyi develops software solutions for customer relationship, sales force, and workforce management. IngageApp provides a next-generation CRM solution by leveraging mobile social platform and big data technologies. With its SaaS and PaaS framework, the solution empowers users to engage, sell and provide services to their customers through a seamlessly integrated end-to-end process from marketing automation, sales automation, partner relationship management, to customer and field services. Founded in 2011, in 2017 IngageApp became the first Chinese CRM vendor to be named in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Force Automation (SFA). More than 4,000 companies in over 20 industries use IngageApp to grow their business. Founded by Allan Shi, IngageApp is based in Beijing, China with offices across China and an R&D center in the Silicon Valley. IngageApp has raised several rounds of venture funding from leading investors like Sequoia, Tencent and Matrix Partners.
Easemob
Series A in 2014
Easemob Technologies is a Beijing-based company that specializes in providing a PaaS platform for software developers. Founded in 2013 by Ji Fang, Jervis Liu, Strong Liu, and Johnson Ma, the company enables developers to integrate instant messaging, voice, and data services into their applications. Easemob offers open API and SDK packages that support Android, iOS, and web platforms, allowing for seamless incorporation of mobile messaging capabilities into various apps. By focusing on enterprise-level solutions, Easemob aims to enhance communication features for developers and their users.
IngageApp
Series A in 2013
Xiaoshouyi develops software solutions for customer relationship, sales force, and workforce management. IngageApp provides a next-generation CRM solution by leveraging mobile social platform and big data technologies. With its SaaS and PaaS framework, the solution empowers users to engage, sell and provide services to their customers through a seamlessly integrated end-to-end process from marketing automation, sales automation, partner relationship management, to customer and field services. Founded in 2011, in 2017 IngageApp became the first Chinese CRM vendor to be named in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Force Automation (SFA). More than 4,000 companies in over 20 industries use IngageApp to grow their business. Founded by Allan Shi, IngageApp is based in Beijing, China with offices across China and an R&D center in the Silicon Valley. IngageApp has raised several rounds of venture funding from leading investors like Sequoia, Tencent and Matrix Partners.
Calm.io
Series A in 2013
Calm.io is a provider of a platform designed to automate IT operations, specifically in the context of modern infrastructure such as containers, clouds, and microservices. The platform facilitates the deployment, management, and maintenance of distributed applications across both private and public cloud environments, supporting various technologies including Docker, virtual machines, and binaries. Its capabilities extend to any cloud or bare metal servers, streamlining system administration tasks traditionally handled by IT departments. Calm.io is backed by Sequoia Capital and has established offices in San Francisco, 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.
Appirio
Series D in 2012
Appirio Inc. is a cloud services provider that specializes in helping enterprises leverage cloud applications and platforms to enhance their operations. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Porto, Portugal, Appirio offers a comprehensive suite of services, including strategy, implementation, integration, and development. The company also features unique tools such as Cloud Metrics for benchmarking enterprise cloud initiatives, CloudFactor for integrating salesforce.com data with Google Apps, and Cloud Sync for unified contact and calendar management. With a team of nearly 500 experts and access to a global community of over 70,000 cloud developers, Appirio has partnered with notable organizations like the City of Los Angeles, Facebook, and Home Depot. The company's innovative approach and technology-enabled professional services have garnered recognition from various industry leaders and institutions. Appirio's mission is to accelerate the cloud-powered business, enabling clients to achieve tangible results through effective use of cloud technology.
CloudShare
Venture Round in 2011
CloudShare Ltd. is a cloud computing company that provides a platform for developing and testing IT applications, software, and systems. Established in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, CloudShare offers various solutions tailored to different user needs, including CloudShare Enterprise for large teams and enterprises, CloudShare Labs for developers and IT professionals, and CloudShare ProPlus for individual users. These solutions enable users to build, manage, and share multiple environments on-demand, facilitating tasks such as virtual training, demos, and proofs-of-concept. The company's platform supports the migration of virtual machines and allows on-premise solutions and SaaS applications to leverage cloud capabilities seamlessly. CloudShare's offerings enhance productivity and collaboration for technology vendors, enterprises, and IT professionals. The company has established strategic partnerships with major industry players, further extending its reach and capabilities.
DataStax
Series A in 2010
DataStax, Inc. is a provider of database software specifically designed for cloud applications, catering to Fortune 100 companies both in the United States and internationally. The company offers a range of products including DataStax Enterprise, which is based on Apache Cassandra and supports online applications requiring high performance and reliability. Additionally, DataStax provides tools such as OpsCenter for database management and monitoring, K8ssandra for deploying Cassandra on Kubernetes, and Astra, a database-as-a-service that significantly reduces deployment time. With a focus on real-time processing, DataStax also enables the building of generative AI applications through its vector database, which supports developers with various integration capabilities. The company's services are complemented by training, certification, support, and consulting. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, DataStax has expanded its presence with offices in multiple global locations including the United Kingdom, Japan, France, Germany, Australia, and Ireland.
Nimbula
Series B in 2010
Nimbula is a cloud infrastructure software company that enables enterprises and service providers to create private, public, or hybrid clouds. Its flagship product, Nimbula Director, offers a scalable and automated solution that allows users to maintain complete control over their cloud environments. Founded by Chris Pinkham and Willem van Biljon, key figures behind Amazon EC2, Nimbula has garnered support from prominent investors such as Accel Partners and Sequoia Capital. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California, with a development team located in South Africa. Nimbula has also joined the OpenStack Foundation to enhance its offerings within the cloud software space. The company's focus is on combining the flexibility and efficiency of public cloud services with the control and security typically associated with traditional data centers.
Nimbula
Series A in 2010
Nimbula is a cloud infrastructure software company that enables enterprises and service providers to create private, public, or hybrid clouds. Its flagship product, Nimbula Director, offers a scalable and automated solution that allows users to maintain complete control over their cloud environments. Founded by Chris Pinkham and Willem van Biljon, key figures behind Amazon EC2, Nimbula has garnered support from prominent investors such as Accel Partners and Sequoia Capital. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California, with a development team located in South Africa. Nimbula has also joined the OpenStack Foundation to enhance its offerings within the cloud software space. The company's focus is on combining the flexibility and efficiency of public cloud services with the control and security typically associated with traditional data centers.
CloudShare
Series B in 2009
CloudShare Ltd. is a cloud computing company that provides a platform for developing and testing IT applications, software, and systems. Established in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, CloudShare offers various solutions tailored to different user needs, including CloudShare Enterprise for large teams and enterprises, CloudShare Labs for developers and IT professionals, and CloudShare ProPlus for individual users. These solutions enable users to build, manage, and share multiple environments on-demand, facilitating tasks such as virtual training, demos, and proofs-of-concept. The company's platform supports the migration of virtual machines and allows on-premise solutions and SaaS applications to leverage cloud capabilities seamlessly. CloudShare's offerings enhance productivity and collaboration for technology vendors, enterprises, and IT professionals. The company has established strategic partnerships with major industry players, further extending its reach and capabilities.
Appirio
Series C in 2009
Appirio Inc. is a cloud services provider that specializes in helping enterprises leverage cloud applications and platforms to enhance their operations. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Porto, Portugal, Appirio offers a comprehensive suite of services, including strategy, implementation, integration, and development. The company also features unique tools such as Cloud Metrics for benchmarking enterprise cloud initiatives, CloudFactor for integrating salesforce.com data with Google Apps, and Cloud Sync for unified contact and calendar management. With a team of nearly 500 experts and access to a global community of over 70,000 cloud developers, Appirio has partnered with notable organizations like the City of Los Angeles, Facebook, and Home Depot. The company's innovative approach and technology-enabled professional services have garnered recognition from various industry leaders and institutions. Appirio's mission is to accelerate the cloud-powered business, enabling clients to achieve tangible results through effective use of cloud technology.
Appirio
Series B in 2008
Appirio Inc. is a cloud services provider that specializes in helping enterprises leverage cloud applications and platforms to enhance their operations. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Porto, Portugal, Appirio offers a comprehensive suite of services, including strategy, implementation, integration, and development. The company also features unique tools such as Cloud Metrics for benchmarking enterprise cloud initiatives, CloudFactor for integrating salesforce.com data with Google Apps, and Cloud Sync for unified contact and calendar management. With a team of nearly 500 experts and access to a global community of over 70,000 cloud developers, Appirio has partnered with notable organizations like the City of Los Angeles, Facebook, and Home Depot. The company's innovative approach and technology-enabled professional services have garnered recognition from various industry leaders and institutions. Appirio's mission is to accelerate the cloud-powered business, enabling clients to achieve tangible results through effective use of cloud technology.
Oracle
Venture Round in 1983
Oracle Corporation is a leading information technology company that specializes in developing and selling software, application, and database management systems. Founded in 1977, Oracle offers a comprehensive suite of cloud services, including software-as-a-service, platform-as-a-service, and infrastructure-as-a-service, aimed at maximizing the value of information through a data-driven approach. The company's solutions encompass database technology, enterprise resource planning, supply chain management, and customer relationship management, among others. With a global presence and a customer base of approximately 430,000 across 175 countries, Oracle supports its clients with various services, including consulting, training, and customer support. The company operates through multiple segments, including Cloud and Software, Hardware and Systems, and Service, and maintains a commitment to innovation through initiatives like its Startup Cloud program, which connects entrepreneurs with cloud resources and enterprise expertise.
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