Sierra Ventures

Sierra Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Mateo, California, founded in 1982. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on Next Generation Enterprise and Emerging Technologies. With over $2 billion in assets under management, Sierra Ventures invests primarily in Seed and Series A rounds, often leading these investment rounds and reserving capital for follow-on investments. The firm targets a range of sectors, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, fintech, health technology, IoT, cloud solutions, and emerging technologies such as 5G and blockchain. Initial investments typically range from $500,000 to $7 million, with total commitments reaching between $500,000 and $15 million over the investment's lifespan. Sierra Ventures has built a significant network of entrepreneurs and industry experts, enhancing its ability to support portfolio companies globally, with a current emphasis on North America.

Max Chapman

Investor

Grace Chen

VP of Finance / Controller

James Doehrman

Operating Partner

Jim Doehrman

Operating Partner

Mark Fernandes

Managing Partner

Anne Gherini

Investor

Tim Guleri

Managing Partner

Tej Kanani

Investor

Jing Liong

Investor

Jeff Loomans

Venture Partner

Sri Muppidi

Investor

Daniel Paredes

Investor

Vignesh Ravikumar

Partner and VP

Ipsita Roy

Investor

Shashank Saxena

Managing Partner

Timothy S. Stanley

Partner

Steve Williams

Managing Director

Past deals in Delaware

10Web

Seed Round in 2022
10Web is a managed WordPress hosting service that leverages Google Cloud technology to provide tools for building and managing high-performance websites. The platform automatically optimizes websites to achieve a PageSpeed score of 95 or higher, ensuring fast loading times. It offers features such as free SSL, real-time backups, and centralized site management from a single dashboard, all supported by 24/7 live chat assistance. Designed for freelancers, agencies, small businesses, and high-traffic sites, 10Web also includes services like web security, search engine optimization, and image optimization, enhancing website functionality and productivity for its clients.

Podcastle

Venture Round in 2021
Podcastle, Inc. is an online platform that transforms text news and articles into podcasts using advanced machine learning technology to generate natural human speech. Launched in 2020 and based in Middletown, Delaware, the platform allows users to efficiently convert their favorite written content into audio format, providing a convenient way to listen to stories on various devices, including computers, cell phones, and tablets. By offering this service for free, Podcastle enables users to enjoy and engage with news and articles in a new and accessible manner.

Hashnode

Series A in 2021
Hashnode is a free content creation platform designed specifically for software developers, enabling them to publish articles on their own custom domains. The platform not only facilitates the creation of high-performance and secure blogs but also provides features such as detailed analytics and web monetization. By allowing users to map their blogs to custom domains, Hashnode enhances visibility, as search engines direct traffic to these domains. Additionally, the platform fosters a strong community of developers, allowing members to discover and engage with each other's articles through a personalized feed. This combination of features positions Hashnode as a valuable tool for developers seeking to share knowledge and connect within the community.

10Web

Seed Round in 2021
10Web is a managed WordPress hosting service that leverages Google Cloud technology to provide tools for building and managing high-performance websites. The platform automatically optimizes websites to achieve a PageSpeed score of 95 or higher, ensuring fast loading times. It offers features such as free SSL, real-time backups, and centralized site management from a single dashboard, all supported by 24/7 live chat assistance. Designed for freelancers, agencies, small businesses, and high-traffic sites, 10Web also includes services like web security, search engine optimization, and image optimization, enhancing website functionality and productivity for its clients.

Hashnode

Series A in 2021
Hashnode is a free content creation platform designed specifically for software developers, enabling them to publish articles on their own custom domains. The platform not only facilitates the creation of high-performance and secure blogs but also provides features such as detailed analytics and web monetization. By allowing users to map their blogs to custom domains, Hashnode enhances visibility, as search engines direct traffic to these domains. Additionally, the platform fosters a strong community of developers, allowing members to discover and engage with each other's articles through a personalized feed. This combination of features positions Hashnode as a valuable tool for developers seeking to share knowledge and connect within the community.

Podcastle

Seed Round in 2020
Podcastle, Inc. is an online platform that transforms text news and articles into podcasts using advanced machine learning technology to generate natural human speech. Launched in 2020 and based in Middletown, Delaware, the platform allows users to efficiently convert their favorite written content into audio format, providing a convenient way to listen to stories on various devices, including computers, cell phones, and tablets. By offering this service for free, Podcastle enables users to enjoy and engage with news and articles in a new and accessible manner.

Yalo

Series B in 2020
Yalochat, Inc. develops a customer service chatbot and artificial intelligence platform for businesses. The company offers customer interaction on Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and WeChat. Its platform enables businesses with a chatbot with an optimized flow that handles customer requests to the point of payment and fulfillment. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Newark, Delaware with additional offices in India, China, Colombia, Brazil, and Mexico.

Yalo

Series A in 2019
Yalochat, Inc. develops a customer service chatbot and artificial intelligence platform for businesses. The company offers customer interaction on Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and WeChat. Its platform enables businesses with a chatbot with an optimized flow that handles customer requests to the point of payment and fulfillment. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Newark, Delaware with additional offices in India, China, Colombia, Brazil, and Mexico.
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