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 Video Streaming

Ramp

Series D in 2024
Ramp Holdings, Inc. specializes in Software-as-a-Service solutions aimed at modernizing financial operations and enhancing content delivery. The company provides a comprehensive platform that includes tools for corporate card management, expense tracking, bill payments, and accounting integrations. By leveraging advanced technologies such as speech-to-text, natural language processing, and search engine optimization, Ramp allows organizations to maximize the value of their video content and drive increased engagement. Its offerings also include various video management solutions, notably for the SharePoint ecosystem, which facilitate seamless integration, live streaming, and efficient content delivery. Founded in 1948 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Ramp operates as a subsidiary of Raytheon BBN Technologies Corporation. The company serves diverse industries, including media, finance, healthcare, and technology, with a focus on creating cost-effective and insightful financial tools for organizations.

LightMetrics

Series A in 2023
LightMetrics is a technology company that provides video telematics systems aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of commercial vehicle fleets. Utilizing advanced artificial intelligence and video analytics, the company employs neural network inference algorithms and machine learning to gather critical insights. Their platform offers real-time traffic alerts and monitors key metrics such as distance and lane departure, allowing fleet operators to better serve a diverse range of customers across various industries. By focusing on the integration of hardware and software, LightMetrics helps clients optimize fleet operations and improve overall performance.

Aviato

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Aviato is an innovative online platform that facilitates the sourcing, qualifying, and engagement of early-stage startups. Utilizing proprietary methods, it offers a comprehensive dataset that provides actionable insights, enabling users to discover emerging founders and companies. The platform enhances the venture funding process by streamlining applications, allowing clients to submit video pitches that can be reviewed by scouts and associates. This automation eliminates the need for introductions, saving investors time and helping them identify suitable investment opportunities efficiently. With its commitment to maintaining updated information, Aviato ensures that users have access to the latest insights in the fast-paced startup ecosystem.

ONE Championship

Venture Round in 2021
ONE Championship is Asia's largest sports media property with a global broadcast to over 1 billion potential viewers across 128 countries. Headquartered in Singapore, the world’s most exciting martial arts organization is home to some of the greatest martial artists in the world, hosting Asia's greatest sports entertainment events in the largest stadiums of the most iconic cities across the region.

Callin

Series A in 2021
Callin is a social podcasting app that allows users to create, discover, and enjoy both live and recorded audio content in a single platform. The app combines social audio features with traditional podcasting, enabling users to record, edit, publish, and share their audio content effortlessly. By providing a seamless experience for audio content creation and consumption, Callin aims to enhance the way users engage with podcasts and live audio discussions.

Trell

Seed Round in 2019
Trell Experiences Private Limited, established in 2016 and based in Mumbai, India, operates a mobile video blogging application designed for wanderers, foodies, and travelers. The platform serves as a community-based resource for discovering lifestyles through user-generated videos in various Indian languages. It allows users to create visual collections of their experiences, facilitating the sharing and discussion of favorite places and activities. By connecting people globally, Trell enables users to explore new destinations and learn about local experiences, enhancing their travel and lifestyle choices.

Love Stories TV

Seed Round in 2019
Love Stories TV is a video-powered marketplace that specializes in wedding planning. The company connects engaged couples with a variety of ideas, products, and services essential for their weddings. It also serves as a platform for wedding businesses, providing them access to a steady stream of potential customers. The platform features a diverse range of professionally produced wedding films, showcasing different budgets, aesthetics, and cultural backgrounds. This inclusive approach fosters a unique visual community where couples and event professionals can interact and share experiences, enhancing the overall wedding planning process.

ONE Championship

Series D in 2018
ONE Championship is Asia's largest sports media property with a global broadcast to over 1 billion potential viewers across 128 countries. Headquartered in Singapore, the world’s most exciting martial arts organization is home to some of the greatest martial artists in the world, hosting Asia's greatest sports entertainment events in the largest stadiums of the most iconic cities across the region.

Streamlabs.

Series B in 2018
Streamlabs, Inc. is a company specializing in tools for video game streaming, primarily supporting streamers on platforms like Twitch. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, Streamlabs offers a range of features designed to enhance viewer engagement and interaction. Its flagship application provides in-stream popup alerts, donation management, and Stream Labels, which allow streamers to display real-time information on their screens. By offering these innovative solutions, Streamlabs aims to help broadcasters elevate their brand awareness and improve the overall streaming experience for both creators and their audiences. As of late 2019, Streamlabs operates as a subsidiary of Logitech International S.A.

iQIYI

Series G in 2017
iQIYI, Inc. is a prominent online entertainment platform in China, offering a wide range of services including internet video streaming, online gaming, live broadcasting, online literature, and e-commerce. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Beijing, the company operates under the iQIYI brand and has developed a comprehensive library of licensed and self-produced content across various genres such as movies, TV dramas, and animations. iQIYI generates revenue primarily through subscription services, boasting around 100 million paying subscribers and 500 million monthly active users. Additionally, the platform monetizes user-generated content through advertising, while also engaging in e-commerce via the iQIYI Mall, which specializes in entertainment-related merchandise. The company has diversified its offerings to include a live broadcasting service and a social media platform focused on entertainment. iQIYI faces competition from other streaming services such as Tencent Video and Alibaba's Youku, positioning itself as a leader in the rapidly evolving digital media landscape in China.

Pocket Aces

Series A in 2016
Pocket Aces Pvt. Ltd., established in Mumbai, India in 2013, is a digital entertainment company that produces and distributes engaging content across multiple platforms. It operates FilterCopy for short videos, Dice Media for long-form web series targeting young audiences, Gobble for food and lifestyle content, and LOCO as an interactive live gaming platform. The company uses technology such as AI and machine learning to create and circulate entertaining content via social media channels and online platforms.

Houseparty

Series C in 2016
Houseparty is an internet company that operates a social networking platform focused on enhancing online communication through empathy. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in video chat and live video streaming. Its mobile application allows users to engage in group video calls, facilitating real-time interaction and connection with friends. By integrating with social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook, Houseparty enables users to share and influence live video content, making it a unique offering in the realm of social networking.

Streamlabs.

Venture Round in 2016
Streamlabs, Inc. is a company specializing in tools for video game streaming, primarily supporting streamers on platforms like Twitch. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, Streamlabs offers a range of features designed to enhance viewer engagement and interaction. Its flagship application provides in-stream popup alerts, donation management, and Stream Labels, which allow streamers to display real-time information on their screens. By offering these innovative solutions, Streamlabs aims to help broadcasters elevate their brand awareness and improve the overall streaming experience for both creators and their audiences. As of late 2019, Streamlabs operates as a subsidiary of Logitech International S.A.

Tribe

Seed Round in 2016
Tribe App, Inc. is a company that develops a mobile video messaging application, allowing users to engage in live multiplayer interactions with up to eight friends simultaneously. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform enables users to connect effortlessly via video chat, text, and voice messages, without the need for an account. In addition to facilitating real-time communication, Tribe offers features for photo and content sharing, enhancing the interactive experience among users. The application is designed to simplify social connections by allowing users to create and send invite links to friends, promoting seamless engagement.

Streamlabs.

Seed Round in 2015
Streamlabs, Inc. is a company specializing in tools for video game streaming, primarily supporting streamers on platforms like Twitch. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, Streamlabs offers a range of features designed to enhance viewer engagement and interaction. Its flagship application provides in-stream popup alerts, donation management, and Stream Labels, which allow streamers to display real-time information on their screens. By offering these innovative solutions, Streamlabs aims to help broadcasters elevate their brand awareness and improve the overall streaming experience for both creators and their audiences. As of late 2019, Streamlabs operates as a subsidiary of Logitech International S.A.

kiwi666

Venture Round in 2013
Kiwi is a mobile internet application service brand focused on service field covering internet video, remote video, mobile video, wireless video, mobile phone video, and more. It has released home security products like web video server, KIWI 7 smart housekeeping robots, KIWI 5 phone shop-keeping robots, Qiquguo kiwi5/3G moving/car mounting/wireless video robot, Qiquguo kiwi5 normal housekeeping robots, and other home security products. Kiwi was created by Zhongshan Qianhong Communication Technology Company and launched in 2011 by Ma Yuting.

Flickme

Venture Round in 2011
Flickme, Inc. was an online digital video service based in San Mateo, California, that allowed users to rent or purchase a variety of Hollywood films, including genres such as action, comedy, drama, horror, and romance. Launched in August 2011, Flickme featured social streaming capabilities that enabled users to share discounts, earn points and badges, and engage with a community of members with similar interests through reviews, ratings, discussions, and leaderboards. Despite attracting a user base of over 15,000, the company ultimately became defunct due to unsuccessful content licensing negotiations with major studios. Incorporated in 2010, Flickme aimed to combine entertainment with social interaction but ceased operations after facing challenges in securing content agreements.

Jigsee

Series A in 2011
Jigsee is a mobile application that provides consumers with free access to licensed audio and video content through its proprietary streaming platform. This platform is specifically designed to address network and handset limitations in developing countries, utilizing patent-pending technology to deliver continuous streams of video and audio in bandwidth-constrained environments. Jigsee initially focused on developing applications for j2me to ensure compatibility with feature phones, which dominate the mobile device landscape in emerging markets. This strategy enables Jigsee to reach a broader audience by delivering content effectively to users with limited internet access. After conducting extensive field tests in Bangladesh and India, Jigsee selected India as its primary market and has established operations there, preparing to launch its service in collaboration with several leading Indian content providers.

Mevio

Series C in 2008
Mevio is a prominent independent online video entertainment network that specializes in delivering short-form video content to a wide audience. The platform features a diverse array of hosted shows, with hundreds of rotating programs offering thousands of new episodes each month. Mevio boasts a substantial library that contains over 250,000 episodes across various genres, including technology, music, sports, health and fitness, and comedy. To cater to specific demographics, Mevio operates four distinct networks targeting men, women, technology enthusiasts, and music lovers, ensuring that it meets the varied interests of its viewers.

Gecko TV

Series A in 2008
Gecko TV is a Chinese provider of terminals that connect televisions with the internet. The terminals are delicate, with a Wi-Fi connect, USB power supply, and an Android system. It integrated video programs from multiple websites. Gecko TV’s self-owned application store supports application expansion that include watching internet video programs on TV, and information and entertainment services based on Android systems.

Funny or Die

Series B in 2007
Funny or Die, Inc. is a comedy video website that launched in 2007 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Japan, Madagascar, and Bahn. The platform allows a diverse array of users, including celebrities, established and emerging comedians, as well as regular individuals, to upload humorous content such as videos, articles, and images. It aims to provide a curated experience by enabling users to vote on the content, distinguishing what is considered funny from what should be disregarded. The website utilizes a proprietary player that can be embedded on other sites, enhancing its reach and accessibility.

Joost

Series A in 2007
Joost is a pioneering internet television service founded by Janus Friis and Niklas Zennström, the creators of Skype and Kazaa. It offers on-demand, legal video content, similar to traditional television, but accessible online at users' convenience. The service is free and ad-supported, with video and display advertisements. Joost has secured significant backing from media giants CBS and Viacom, and has content deals with prominent partners such as CNN, NHL, and Sony. It provides a desktop client for watching on-demand TV over the internet, enhancing the viewing experience with interactive tools like chat and interactive displays. Joost's peer-to-peer technology reduces server data streaming, lowering costs for content owners. Initially requiring a download, Joost now streams its entire catalog via Adobe's Flash Player, making it accessible on various platforms.

ImageShack

Series A in 2007
ImageShack is a media hosting company based in Los Gatos, California, founded in November 2003 by Alexander Levin and Jack Levin. The company specializes in hosting images and videos, allowing users worldwide to upload, store, and share their media content. ImageShack operates several platforms, including Imageshack.com and Yfrog, the latter functioning as a social network that facilitates the sharing of images and videos. In October 2012, the company expanded its offerings with the launch of SkyPath, an application designed to sync users' ImageShack accounts with their photo libraries. Through its services, ImageShack provides users with various means to share their media with friends and the broader online community.

Funny or Die

Series A in 2007
Funny or Die, Inc. is a comedy video website that launched in 2007 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Japan, Madagascar, and Bahn. The platform allows a diverse array of users, including celebrities, established and emerging comedians, as well as regular individuals, to upload humorous content such as videos, articles, and images. It aims to provide a curated experience by enabling users to vote on the content, distinguishing what is considered funny from what should be disregarded. The website utilizes a proprietary player that can be embedded on other sites, enhancing its reach and accessibility.

UUSee

Series B in 2007
UUSee is a Chinese new media company established in 2005 that specializes in providing network television and value-added services to broadband subscribers worldwide. It operates a comprehensive online video interactive platform that aggregates and distributes a wide range of video and audio content. With a library that includes popular television programming, live broadcasts, news, drama series, sports, and movies, UUSee enables viewers to access high-quality and timely entertainment. The company boasts significant user engagement, with its network TV software downloads surpassing 200 million by 2009. UUSee's leadership in the Chinese network video industry is supported by its three core platforms: an internet video play platform, a site-wide video search platform, and a video community experience platform.

YouTube

Series B in 2006
YouTube is a video-sharing platform founded in February 2005 by three former PayPal employees. It enables users to upload, view, and share a diverse range of video content, including music videos, educational material, and personal vlogs. The platform supports various technologies such as Adobe Flash and HTML5 for video playback and offers features like 3D viewing and the ability for registered users to upload unlimited videos. Although unregistered users can watch content, those wishing to access potentially offensive material must verify their age. YouTube hosts a wide variety of creators, from individual content producers to major media companies, who participate through its partnership program. Predominantly ad-supported, YouTube also provides rental options for movies. It operates as a subsidiary of Google and is available in 76 languages, with its headquarters in San Bruno, California. Recently, YouTube launched YouTube for Artists to connect musicians with resources and opportunities to enhance their visibility and promote their work effectively.

UUSee

Series A in 2005
UUSee is a Chinese new media company established in 2005 that specializes in providing network television and value-added services to broadband subscribers worldwide. It operates a comprehensive online video interactive platform that aggregates and distributes a wide range of video and audio content. With a library that includes popular television programming, live broadcasts, news, drama series, sports, and movies, UUSee enables viewers to access high-quality and timely entertainment. The company boasts significant user engagement, with its network TV software downloads surpassing 200 million by 2009. UUSee's leadership in the Chinese network video industry is supported by its three core platforms: an internet video play platform, a site-wide video search platform, and a video community experience platform.

YouTube

Series A in 2005
YouTube is a video-sharing platform founded in February 2005 by three former PayPal employees. It enables users to upload, view, and share a diverse range of video content, including music videos, educational material, and personal vlogs. The platform supports various technologies such as Adobe Flash and HTML5 for video playback and offers features like 3D viewing and the ability for registered users to upload unlimited videos. Although unregistered users can watch content, those wishing to access potentially offensive material must verify their age. YouTube hosts a wide variety of creators, from individual content producers to major media companies, who participate through its partnership program. Predominantly ad-supported, YouTube also provides rental options for movies. It operates as a subsidiary of Google and is available in 76 languages, with its headquarters in San Bruno, California. Recently, YouTube launched YouTube for Artists to connect musicians with resources and opportunities to enhance their visibility and promote their work effectively.

Mevio

Series A in 2005
Mevio is a prominent independent online video entertainment network that specializes in delivering short-form video content to a wide audience. The platform features a diverse array of hosted shows, with hundreds of rotating programs offering thousands of new episodes each month. Mevio boasts a substantial library that contains over 250,000 episodes across various genres, including technology, music, sports, health and fitness, and comedy. To cater to specific demographics, Mevio operates four distinct networks targeting men, women, technology enthusiasts, and music lovers, ensuring that it meets the varied interests of its viewers.
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