Redpoint Ventures

Redpoint Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 1999 and based in Woodside, California, with additional offices in Beijing and Shanghai, China. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth capital investments, primarily in technology, media, and alternative energy sectors. Redpoint Ventures focuses on a broad range of industries, including consumer internet, enterprise software, fintech, e-commerce, and digital media. The firm typically invests between $1 million to $50 million, with a preference for being a lead or co-lead investor in its portfolio companies. With a strong track record, Redpoint has backed over 465 companies, achieving 140 IPOs and mergers and acquisitions. The firm manages around $4 billion across multiple funds and seeks to partner with visionary founders to create new markets and redefine existing ones. Redpoint also operates Redpoint China Ventures, which focuses on early investments in the technology and media sectors within China.

Kwesi Acquay

Principal

Alex Bard

Managing Director

Urvashi Barooah

Principal

Logan Bartlett

Managing Director

Erica Brescia

Managing Director

Travis Bryant

Operating Partner

Patrick Chase

Partner

Meera Clark

Principal

Satish Dharmaraj

Managing Director

Tom Dyal

Managing Director

Jacob Effron

Vice President, Principal

Timothy Haley

Co-Founder and Partner

Adele Li

Investor

Kyle Liu

Vice President

Louis Lv

Managing Director

Lars Pedersen

Partner and CFO

Grace Ping

Partner

Scott Raney

Partner / Venture Capitalist

Jordan Segall

Principal

Sai Senthilkumar

Partner

Nancy Shi

Partner and CFO

John Walecka

Co-Founder and Partner

Yuan Wenda

Managing Partner

Geoffrey Y. Yang

Co-Founder and Partner

David Yuan

Founder and Partner, Redpoint China

Han Zhang

Partner

Past deals in Virtualization

Platform9

Series D in 2021
Platform9 Systems, Inc. offers a cloud-based platform that transforms servers into a self-service private cloud, providing a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) managed hybrid cloud solution. This solution allows users to manage cloud technologies, including virtual memory systems, Kubernetes, and serverless functions, across on-premises and public cloud infrastructures. Platform9 enables the import of existing servers and workloads based on OpenStack and supports unified management across various environments such as KVM, Docker, and VMware vSphere. The company's offerings include an open-source command-line tool for configuring secure etcd clusters, dashboards for visibility into private cloud resources, and user interfaces for self-service access by developers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with an additional office in Maharashtra, India, Platform9 serves a range of enterprise customers, allowing them to deploy, monitor, and maintain hybrid clouds without being locked into a single vendor ecosystem.

HashiCorp

Series E in 2020
HashiCorp, Inc. is an open-source software company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Mitchell Hashimoto and Armon Dadgar. The company develops multi-cloud infrastructure automation software that facilitates the provisioning, securing, connecting, and running of infrastructure for diverse applications. Key products include Terraform, which allows users to manage cloud infrastructure as code; Vault, a tool for securing sensitive data; Nomad, a workload orchestrator for deploying applications across multiple environments; and Consul, which supports service discovery and orchestration. HashiCorp also offers Vagrant for creating reproducible development environments and Packer for generating consistent machine images. The company’s solutions enable organizations to efficiently navigate cloud adoption challenges and standardize workflows across public and private cloud environments. HashiCorp serves both open-source and commercial markets, helping developers, operators, and security professionals manage distributed application infrastructure effectively.

Platform9

Series D in 2019
Platform9 Systems, Inc. offers a cloud-based platform that transforms servers into a self-service private cloud, providing a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) managed hybrid cloud solution. This solution allows users to manage cloud technologies, including virtual memory systems, Kubernetes, and serverless functions, across on-premises and public cloud infrastructures. Platform9 enables the import of existing servers and workloads based on OpenStack and supports unified management across various environments such as KVM, Docker, and VMware vSphere. The company's offerings include an open-source command-line tool for configuring secure etcd clusters, dashboards for visibility into private cloud resources, and user interfaces for self-service access by developers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with an additional office in Maharashtra, India, Platform9 serves a range of enterprise customers, allowing them to deploy, monitor, and maintain hybrid clouds without being locked into a single vendor ecosystem.

HashiCorp

Series D in 2018
HashiCorp, Inc. is an open-source software company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Mitchell Hashimoto and Armon Dadgar. The company develops multi-cloud infrastructure automation software that facilitates the provisioning, securing, connecting, and running of infrastructure for diverse applications. Key products include Terraform, which allows users to manage cloud infrastructure as code; Vault, a tool for securing sensitive data; Nomad, a workload orchestrator for deploying applications across multiple environments; and Consul, which supports service discovery and orchestration. HashiCorp also offers Vagrant for creating reproducible development environments and Packer for generating consistent machine images. The company’s solutions enable organizations to efficiently navigate cloud adoption challenges and standardize workflows across public and private cloud environments. HashiCorp serves both open-source and commercial markets, helping developers, operators, and security professionals manage distributed application infrastructure effectively.

HashiCorp

Series C in 2017
HashiCorp, Inc. is an open-source software company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Mitchell Hashimoto and Armon Dadgar. The company develops multi-cloud infrastructure automation software that facilitates the provisioning, securing, connecting, and running of infrastructure for diverse applications. Key products include Terraform, which allows users to manage cloud infrastructure as code; Vault, a tool for securing sensitive data; Nomad, a workload orchestrator for deploying applications across multiple environments; and Consul, which supports service discovery and orchestration. HashiCorp also offers Vagrant for creating reproducible development environments and Packer for generating consistent machine images. The company’s solutions enable organizations to efficiently navigate cloud adoption challenges and standardize workflows across public and private cloud environments. HashiCorp serves both open-source and commercial markets, helping developers, operators, and security professionals manage distributed application infrastructure effectively.

Platform9

Series C in 2017
Platform9 Systems, Inc. offers a cloud-based platform that transforms servers into a self-service private cloud, providing a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) managed hybrid cloud solution. This solution allows users to manage cloud technologies, including virtual memory systems, Kubernetes, and serverless functions, across on-premises and public cloud infrastructures. Platform9 enables the import of existing servers and workloads based on OpenStack and supports unified management across various environments such as KVM, Docker, and VMware vSphere. The company's offerings include an open-source command-line tool for configuring secure etcd clusters, dashboards for visibility into private cloud resources, and user interfaces for self-service access by developers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with an additional office in Maharashtra, India, Platform9 serves a range of enterprise customers, allowing them to deploy, monitor, and maintain hybrid clouds without being locked into a single vendor ecosystem.

HashiCorp

Series B in 2016
HashiCorp, Inc. is an open-source software company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Mitchell Hashimoto and Armon Dadgar. The company develops multi-cloud infrastructure automation software that facilitates the provisioning, securing, connecting, and running of infrastructure for diverse applications. Key products include Terraform, which allows users to manage cloud infrastructure as code; Vault, a tool for securing sensitive data; Nomad, a workload orchestrator for deploying applications across multiple environments; and Consul, which supports service discovery and orchestration. HashiCorp also offers Vagrant for creating reproducible development environments and Packer for generating consistent machine images. The company’s solutions enable organizations to efficiently navigate cloud adoption challenges and standardize workflows across public and private cloud environments. HashiCorp serves both open-source and commercial markets, helping developers, operators, and security professionals manage distributed application infrastructure effectively.

Platform9

Series B in 2015
Platform9 Systems, Inc. offers a cloud-based platform that transforms servers into a self-service private cloud, providing a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) managed hybrid cloud solution. This solution allows users to manage cloud technologies, including virtual memory systems, Kubernetes, and serverless functions, across on-premises and public cloud infrastructures. Platform9 enables the import of existing servers and workloads based on OpenStack and supports unified management across various environments such as KVM, Docker, and VMware vSphere. The company's offerings include an open-source command-line tool for configuring secure etcd clusters, dashboards for visibility into private cloud resources, and user interfaces for self-service access by developers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with an additional office in Maharashtra, India, Platform9 serves a range of enterprise customers, allowing them to deploy, monitor, and maintain hybrid clouds without being locked into a single vendor ecosystem.

Springpath

Venture Round in 2015
Springpath is a provider of a hyperconverged software platform designed for enterprise storage and data management. It introduces a software-defined data platform that caters to both virtualized and emerging container environments. Utilizing its patented Hardware Agnostic Log-structure Objects (HALO) architecture, the platform offers features such as elastic scaling and autonomous management, while operating on standard servers. This approach allows enterprises to maintain an independent IT infrastructure, fostering silo-free data center environments that enhance agility and responsiveness to market demands. By eliminating the need for traditional network storage and seamlessly integrating with existing management tools, Springpath maximizes operational efficiency, enabling customers to adapt their compute, caching, or capacity resources according to evolving business requirements.

Platform9

Series A in 2014
Platform9 Systems, Inc. offers a cloud-based platform that transforms servers into a self-service private cloud, providing a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) managed hybrid cloud solution. This solution allows users to manage cloud technologies, including virtual memory systems, Kubernetes, and serverless functions, across on-premises and public cloud infrastructures. Platform9 enables the import of existing servers and workloads based on OpenStack and supports unified management across various environments such as KVM, Docker, and VMware vSphere. The company's offerings include an open-source command-line tool for configuring secure etcd clusters, dashboards for visibility into private cloud resources, and user interfaces for self-service access by developers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with an additional office in Maharashtra, India, Platform9 serves a range of enterprise customers, allowing them to deploy, monitor, and maintain hybrid clouds without being locked into a single vendor ecosystem.

Pure Storage

Series F in 2014
Pure Storage is pioneering a new class of enterprise storage that has been designed from the ground up to take full advantage of flash memory. The company's products accelerate random I/O-intensive applications like server virtualization, desktop virtualization (VDI), database (OLTP, rich analytics/OLAP, SQL, NoSQL), and cloud computing. Pure Storage makes it cost effective to broadly deploy flash within the data center, enabling organizations to manage growth within existing power and space constraints. Launching later this year, the company's products are in private beta with select customers. Pure Storage is funded by Greylock Partners and Sutter Hill Ventures.

Pure Storage

Series E in 2013
Pure Storage is pioneering a new class of enterprise storage that has been designed from the ground up to take full advantage of flash memory. The company's products accelerate random I/O-intensive applications like server virtualization, desktop virtualization (VDI), database (OLTP, rich analytics/OLAP, SQL, NoSQL), and cloud computing. Pure Storage makes it cost effective to broadly deploy flash within the data center, enabling organizations to manage growth within existing power and space constraints. Launching later this year, the company's products are in private beta with select customers. Pure Storage is funded by Greylock Partners and Sutter Hill Ventures.

Hedvig

Series A in 2013
Hedvig, Inc. is a software company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in cloud-based software-defined storage solutions. Originally founded as Quexascale, Hedvig re-engineers storage systems to meet the demands of modern enterprise computing. The Hedvig platform is notable for its capability to combine block, file, and object storage into a single solution, which simplifies management and enhances efficiency. It allows organizations to effectively scale their storage needs to petabytes while operating seamlessly across both private and public cloud environments. By consolidating disparate storage systems, Hedvig significantly reduces storage costs and accelerates IT processes, enabling businesses to better manage and migrate their data. In 2019, Hedvig became a subsidiary of Commvault Systems, further expanding its reach in the data management sector.

Pure Storage

Series D in 2012
Pure Storage is pioneering a new class of enterprise storage that has been designed from the ground up to take full advantage of flash memory. The company's products accelerate random I/O-intensive applications like server virtualization, desktop virtualization (VDI), database (OLTP, rich analytics/OLAP, SQL, NoSQL), and cloud computing. Pure Storage makes it cost effective to broadly deploy flash within the data center, enabling organizations to manage growth within existing power and space constraints. Launching later this year, the company's products are in private beta with select customers. Pure Storage is funded by Greylock Partners and Sutter Hill Ventures.

Hedvig

Seed Round in 2012
Hedvig, Inc. is a software company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in cloud-based software-defined storage solutions. Originally founded as Quexascale, Hedvig re-engineers storage systems to meet the demands of modern enterprise computing. The Hedvig platform is notable for its capability to combine block, file, and object storage into a single solution, which simplifies management and enhances efficiency. It allows organizations to effectively scale their storage needs to petabytes while operating seamlessly across both private and public cloud environments. By consolidating disparate storage systems, Hedvig significantly reduces storage costs and accelerates IT processes, enabling businesses to better manage and migrate their data. In 2019, Hedvig became a subsidiary of Commvault Systems, further expanding its reach in the data management sector.

BlueStacks

Series B in 2011
BlueStacks is a consumer technology company that specializes in developing software solutions for mobile, TV, and PC ecosystems. Its flagship product, the BlueStacks App Player, allows users to run Android games and applications efficiently on Windows PCs, leveraging patented LayerCake virtualization technology. With a user base of 145 million, BlueStacks enables gamers to enjoy a full-screen experience, providing superior performance and precise control using a keyboard, mouse, and gamepad. The introduction of BlueStacks 2 allowed for multitasking capabilities, enabling users to run multiple apps simultaneously in a tabbed interface. Additionally, BlueStacks TV offers a one-click streaming option for users to broadcast their gameplay directly to platforms like Twitch.tv.

Pure Storage

Series C in 2011
Pure Storage is pioneering a new class of enterprise storage that has been designed from the ground up to take full advantage of flash memory. The company's products accelerate random I/O-intensive applications like server virtualization, desktop virtualization (VDI), database (OLTP, rich analytics/OLAP, SQL, NoSQL), and cloud computing. Pure Storage makes it cost effective to broadly deploy flash within the data center, enabling organizations to manage growth within existing power and space constraints. Launching later this year, the company's products are in private beta with select customers. Pure Storage is funded by Greylock Partners and Sutter Hill Ventures.

BlueStacks

Series A in 2011
BlueStacks is a consumer technology company that specializes in developing software solutions for mobile, TV, and PC ecosystems. Its flagship product, the BlueStacks App Player, allows users to run Android games and applications efficiently on Windows PCs, leveraging patented LayerCake virtualization technology. With a user base of 145 million, BlueStacks enables gamers to enjoy a full-screen experience, providing superior performance and precise control using a keyboard, mouse, and gamepad. The introduction of BlueStacks 2 allowed for multitasking capabilities, enabling users to run multiple apps simultaneously in a tabbed interface. Additionally, BlueStacks TV offers a one-click streaming option for users to broadcast their gameplay directly to platforms like Twitch.tv.

Cloud.com

Series B in 2010
Cloud.com is a venture-backed startup located in Cupertino that specializes in developing open source cloud orchestration software. The company's primary product, CloudStack, facilitates the creation and management of both public and private cloud computing environments, enabling service providers and enterprises to deploy Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) offerings akin to those of major cloud platforms. CloudStack is available in three versions: the Enterprise Edition, the Service Provider Edition, and the open-source Community Edition. The company rebranded from VMOps to Cloud.com in May 2010 as it emerged from stealth mode, positioning itself as a key player in the cloud computing sector.

Azul

Series F in 2007
Azul Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and developing Java runtime solutions tailored for enterprise, cloud, and embedded/IoT applications. The company is recognized for its flagship product, Zing, a Java Virtual Machine (JVM) that supports various enterprise applications requiring low latency, high transaction rates, and consistent performance. Azul also offers the Zulu family of certified, open-source builds of OpenJDK, which are available for multiple platforms and come with flexible commercial support options. In addition to these core products, Azul provides a suite of open-source tools to monitor and optimize Java applications, including jHiccup and Azul Inspector. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 and Global 1000 enterprises in sectors such as capital markets, digital advertising, and telecommunications. Founded in 2002, Azul Systems is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in various countries including China, South Korea, and India.

Azul

Series E in 2006
Azul Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and developing Java runtime solutions tailored for enterprise, cloud, and embedded/IoT applications. The company is recognized for its flagship product, Zing, a Java Virtual Machine (JVM) that supports various enterprise applications requiring low latency, high transaction rates, and consistent performance. Azul also offers the Zulu family of certified, open-source builds of OpenJDK, which are available for multiple platforms and come with flexible commercial support options. In addition to these core products, Azul provides a suite of open-source tools to monitor and optimize Java applications, including jHiccup and Azul Inspector. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 and Global 1000 enterprises in sectors such as capital markets, digital advertising, and telecommunications. Founded in 2002, Azul Systems is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in various countries including China, South Korea, and India.

Azul

Series D in 2005
Azul Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and developing Java runtime solutions tailored for enterprise, cloud, and embedded/IoT applications. The company is recognized for its flagship product, Zing, a Java Virtual Machine (JVM) that supports various enterprise applications requiring low latency, high transaction rates, and consistent performance. Azul also offers the Zulu family of certified, open-source builds of OpenJDK, which are available for multiple platforms and come with flexible commercial support options. In addition to these core products, Azul provides a suite of open-source tools to monitor and optimize Java applications, including jHiccup and Azul Inspector. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 and Global 1000 enterprises in sectors such as capital markets, digital advertising, and telecommunications. Founded in 2002, Azul Systems is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in various countries including China, South Korea, and India.

Azul

Series C in 2004
Azul Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and developing Java runtime solutions tailored for enterprise, cloud, and embedded/IoT applications. The company is recognized for its flagship product, Zing, a Java Virtual Machine (JVM) that supports various enterprise applications requiring low latency, high transaction rates, and consistent performance. Azul also offers the Zulu family of certified, open-source builds of OpenJDK, which are available for multiple platforms and come with flexible commercial support options. In addition to these core products, Azul provides a suite of open-source tools to monitor and optimize Java applications, including jHiccup and Azul Inspector. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 and Global 1000 enterprises in sectors such as capital markets, digital advertising, and telecommunications. Founded in 2002, Azul Systems is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in various countries including China, South Korea, and India.

Confluence Networks

Series C in 2003
A Milpitas, Calif.-based data storage management network, came out of stealth mode

Azul

Series B in 2003
Azul Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and developing Java runtime solutions tailored for enterprise, cloud, and embedded/IoT applications. The company is recognized for its flagship product, Zing, a Java Virtual Machine (JVM) that supports various enterprise applications requiring low latency, high transaction rates, and consistent performance. Azul also offers the Zulu family of certified, open-source builds of OpenJDK, which are available for multiple platforms and come with flexible commercial support options. In addition to these core products, Azul provides a suite of open-source tools to monitor and optimize Java applications, including jHiccup and Azul Inspector. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 and Global 1000 enterprises in sectors such as capital markets, digital advertising, and telecommunications. Founded in 2002, Azul Systems is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in various countries including China, South Korea, and India.

Confluence Networks

Series B in 2002
A Milpitas, Calif.-based data storage management network, came out of stealth mode
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