Sequoia Capital

Sequoia Capital, founded in 1972 and based in Menlo Park, California, is a prominent venture capital firm that invests in early to growth stage companies across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, and consumer services. The firm specializes in supporting startups and emerging growth companies, typically investing between $100,000 and $1 million in seed companies, $1 million to $10 million in early ventures, and $10 million to $100 million in growth investments. Sequoia Capital operates globally, with a presence in regions such as Israel, China, and Southeast Asia, and has built a diverse portfolio that includes notable companies like Airbnb, Alibaba, and JD.com. The firm emphasizes a partnership approach with entrepreneurs, leveraging decades of experience to guide them from initial concept through to public offering and beyond.

Audrey Adeline

Analyst

Rohit Agarwal

Vice President / Principal

Rajan Anandan

Managing Director

Michelle Bailhe

Partner

Sumaiya Balbale

COO and Operating Partner

Anas Biad

Partner

Isaiah Boone

Partner

Roelof Botha

Partner

Romie Boyd

Partner

Rosemarie Boyd

Partner

Konstantine Buhler

Partner

David Cahn

Partner

Xi Cao

Partner, China

Vipin Chamakkala

Director, Customer Partnerships

Jiazhen Chen

Investor

Luzhou Chen

Investor

Josephine Chen

Partner

Sakshi Chopra

Managing Director

W. M. Coughran

Founder's Coach and Partner

Charlie Curnin

Partner

Long Do

Analyst

Joe Dobrenski

Partner of Human Capital

Helen Fan

Vice President

Shirley Feng

Managing Director

James Flynn

Partner

Caroline Fu

Vice President

Xiang Gao

Associate

Stacey Gerber

VP, Operations and Experiences

Mike Goguen

Partner

Christopher Graff

Partner, Global Equities

Wayne Guo

Managing Director

Kirstie Irmana

Analyst

Amit Jain

Managing Director

Pushpak Kedia

Associate

Pieter Kemps

Principal

Kais Khimji

Partner

Sunint Khurana

Analyst

Marie Klemchuk

Global CFO

Jess Lee

Partner

Jess Lee

Partner

Teng Lei

Associate

Douglas Leone

Global Managing Partner

Mei Li

Associate

Angie Shuyan Liu

Analyst

Luciana Lixandru

Partner

Xiaobo Lu

Partner, China

Alyssa Maharani

Analyst

Cornelius Menke

Partner

Dean Meyer

Partner

Ishaan Mittal

Managing Director

Abhishek Mohan

Principal

Che Pinjue

Partner, China

GV Ravishankar

Managing Director - India

Antara Raychaudhury

Analyst

Andrew Reed

General Partner

Lauren Reeder

Partner

George Robson

Partner

Haim Sadger

Partner, Israel

Bryan Schreier

Partner

Yoav Shaked

Partner, Israel

Prateek Sharma

VP

Neil Shen

Managing Partner

Shailendra Singh

Managing Director

Thomas Stephenson

Partner

Sam Sun

Partner

Glen Sun

Vice President, China

Johan Surani

Vice President

Jessica H. Tan

Analyst

Vedant Trivedi

Analyst

Aradhita Tuli

Analyst

Mike Vernal

Partner

Pavel Vyhnalek

Operating Partner

Jeff Wang

Managing Partner

Fred Wang

Managing Director

Cen Wang

Partner

Rock Wang

Managing Director

Kai Wang

Managing Director

Michael Xiong

Investor

Lynn Yang

Managing Director, China

Yu Yao

Managing Director

Stephanie Zhan

Partner

Skee Zhang

Managing Director

Qingsheng Zheng

Partner, China

Guo Zhenwei

Managing Director

Jiajia Zou

Managing Director

Past deals in API

Pintarnya

Seed Round in 2022
Pintarnya is a mobile application designed to enhance employment and financial opportunities for blue-collar workers in Indonesia. The platform operates as a job portal that employs a data-driven approach to connect job seekers with relevant job opportunities. Users can create simple resumes and apply for curated positions tailored to their skills, location, and the specific requirements of employers. By streamlining the hiring process, Pintarnya aims to make it more efficient for both job seekers and employers.

Pintarnya

Grant in 2022
Pintarnya is a mobile application designed to enhance employment and financial opportunities for blue-collar workers in Indonesia. The platform operates as a job portal that employs a data-driven approach to connect job seekers with relevant job opportunities. Users can create simple resumes and apply for curated positions tailored to their skills, location, and the specific requirements of employers. By streamlining the hiring process, Pintarnya aims to make it more efficient for both job seekers and employers.

Afriex

Series A in 2022
Afriex Inc. is a company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2019, that specializes in developing a mobile payment application aimed at facilitating overseas money transfers. The platform allows users to send and receive money globally, utilizing stablecoins to provide a fast and cost-effective remittance service to over 30 countries. The application offers features for sending, receiving, and making payments at current exchange rates, along with various withdrawal options to enhance user convenience. Afriex aims to streamline cross-border transactions, making it easier for individuals to manage their finances internationally.

Privy

Seed Round in 2022
Developer of privacy tooling for the Web3 platform designed to integrate sensitive user data into products securely. The company's platform utilizes simple APIs to manage user data off-chain, enabling a unified experience across user wallets.

Multiplier

Series B in 2022
Multiplier is APAC’s 1st PEO platform which allows companies to employ anyone, anywhere in a few clicks Multiplier helps you reduce compliance costs for Cross border employment and get access to a wider talent pool. We enable companies to manage their distributed teams via a simple dashboard while taking responsibility for local labor law compliance on their behalf. We are passionate about creating a world where people can get a job they love, without having to leave the people they love.

Salt Security

Series D in 2022
Salt Security, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in API security. Founded in 2016, the company offers a platform designed to prevent zero-day API breaches by utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence. This platform can be deployed quickly, learning the specific behavior of a company’s APIs without the need for configuration or customization. It automatically and continuously identifies potential threats, enabling clients to block API attacks effectively. The company aims to protect the essential APIs that underpin modern applications, helping organizations safeguard their digital assets against emerging cyber threats. Salt Security was previously known as SECful, Inc. before rebranding in June 2018.

Web3Auth

Series A in 2022
Web3Auth, developed by Torus Labs Private Limited, is a platform that simplifies cryptographic key management for users and applications in the blockchain space. Founded in 2018 and based in Singapore, it provides a backward-compatible Web3 interface that allows users to access their digital assets securely using familiar authentication methods such as Google, Facebook, or passwordless logins. The platform employs a decentralized key generation system, which enhances security through distributed key management and proof mechanisms to prevent malicious activities. By abstracting the complexities of private key management, Web3Auth aims to empower individuals with self-sovereignty and make key management accessible to a broader audience, facilitating safer interactions with blockchain applications.

Papaya

Series B in 2021
Papaya is a developer of an online mobile bill payment application that simplifies financial transactions for users. The application supports various payment methods, including debit and credit cards and direct bank account transfers. It prioritizes security by encrypting personal information and payment data, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and PCI standards. In addition to its bill payment services, Papaya operates as an electronic money platform, offering digital solutions, online banking, and international payment services. This combination of features enables users to manage their financial activities efficiently and securely.

WATI

Series A in 2021
WATI.io is a customer support platform designed to enhance communication between businesses and their customers through WhatsApp Official APIs. As a partner of Clare.AI, it offers a range of tools including a Shared Team Inbox, a no-code chatbot builder, and a contact management system. These features enable businesses to streamline their customer interactions and improve response efficiency. By leveraging WhatsApp's capabilities, WATI.io simplifies the process of creating and managing chatbots, allowing companies to engage with customers effectively without requiring technical expertise.

Index Coop

Seed Round in 2021
Index Coop creates and maintains the world's best crypto index products. Index Coop is a Decentralized and Autonomous Asset Manager governed, maintained, and upgraded by INDEX token holders. Our products are built on Set Protocol's battle-tested V2 infrastructure. Product methodologies are sourced from industry experts.

Airwallex

Series E in 2021
Airwallex is a technology company based in Hong Kong that specializes in providing a global payments and financial platform. Its services facilitate international transactions for businesses of all sizes, allowing them to make and receive payments efficiently and cost-effectively. By integrating advanced technology with a comprehensive ecosystem of application programming interfaces, Airwallex streamlines financial processes, enabling clients to issue and pay invoices in their preferred currency at competitive exchange rates. The platform addresses the complexities of the traditional financial system, helping businesses save time and reduce costs while expanding their operations both domestically and internationally. With a focus on empowering companies to thrive in a borderless digital economy, Airwallex plays a significant role in enhancing global commerce.

Multiplier

Series A in 2021
Multiplier is APAC’s 1st PEO platform which allows companies to employ anyone, anywhere in a few clicks Multiplier helps you reduce compliance costs for Cross border employment and get access to a wider talent pool. We enable companies to manage their distributed teams via a simple dashboard while taking responsibility for local labor law compliance on their behalf. We are passionate about creating a world where people can get a job they love, without having to leave the people they love.

Airwallex

Series E in 2021
Airwallex is a technology company based in Hong Kong that specializes in providing a global payments and financial platform. Its services facilitate international transactions for businesses of all sizes, allowing them to make and receive payments efficiently and cost-effectively. By integrating advanced technology with a comprehensive ecosystem of application programming interfaces, Airwallex streamlines financial processes, enabling clients to issue and pay invoices in their preferred currency at competitive exchange rates. The platform addresses the complexities of the traditional financial system, helping businesses save time and reduce costs while expanding their operations both domestically and internationally. With a focus on empowering companies to thrive in a borderless digital economy, Airwallex plays a significant role in enhancing global commerce.

Multiplier

Seed Round in 2021
Multiplier is APAC’s 1st PEO platform which allows companies to employ anyone, anywhere in a few clicks Multiplier helps you reduce compliance costs for Cross border employment and get access to a wider talent pool. We enable companies to manage their distributed teams via a simple dashboard while taking responsibility for local labor law compliance on their behalf. We are passionate about creating a world where people can get a job they love, without having to leave the people they love.

OnlinePajak

Series C in 2021
OnlinePajak is a web-based platform designed to streamline corporate tax and administration processes. It offers an all-in-one application that allows businesses to manage their taxes efficiently through a user-friendly interface. The platform provides features for tax preparation, payment processing, and filing, all integrated into a single system. By simplifying these tasks, OnlinePajak aims to enhance tax collection and alleviate the administrative burdens associated with corporate taxation. This solution empowers businesses to meet their tax obligations while improving overall performance and productivity.

Salt Security

Series C in 2021
Salt Security, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in API security. Founded in 2016, the company offers a platform designed to prevent zero-day API breaches by utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence. This platform can be deployed quickly, learning the specific behavior of a company’s APIs without the need for configuration or customization. It automatically and continuously identifies potential threats, enabling clients to block API attacks effectively. The company aims to protect the essential APIs that underpin modern applications, helping organizations safeguard their digital assets against emerging cyber threats. Salt Security was previously known as SECful, Inc. before rebranding in June 2018.

Appier

Venture Round in 2021
Appier Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions to enhance customer engagement for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, Appier offers a range of AI-driven products, including Aideal, which aids in accelerating purchase decisions; AIQUA, a platform for proactive customer engagement based on user behavior; AIXON, a data science platform that enriches customer data for better audience insights and predictive modeling; and CrossX, an AI-powered advertising solution designed for optimal campaign performance. The company serves approximately 1,000 global brands and agencies, facilitating real-time bidding, programmatic media buying, and deep learning capabilities to help businesses target and retain customers effectively. Appier operates in 14 markets across Asia, including major cities such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Sydney.

Appier

Venture Round in 2021
Appier Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions to enhance customer engagement for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, Appier offers a range of AI-driven products, including Aideal, which aids in accelerating purchase decisions; AIQUA, a platform for proactive customer engagement based on user behavior; AIXON, a data science platform that enriches customer data for better audience insights and predictive modeling; and CrossX, an AI-powered advertising solution designed for optimal campaign performance. The company serves approximately 1,000 global brands and agencies, facilitating real-time bidding, programmatic media buying, and deep learning capabilities to help businesses target and retain customers effectively. Appier operates in 14 markets across Asia, including major cities such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Sydney.

BukuKas

Series A in 2021
Bukukas is a financial bookkeeping application designed to assist micro and small enterprises in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia. It provides features such as transaction recording, free money transfers without bank fees, performance monitoring, automatic financial report generation, and stock item management. By digitizing traditional record-keeping methods, Bukukas enables business owners to easily track their sales, expenses, and cash transactions using their smartphones. The primary goal of Bukukas is to improve cash flow management for these businesses, facilitating their growth and integration into the banking ecosystem while paving the way for additional financial services in the future.

Salt Security

Series B in 2020
Salt Security, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in API security. Founded in 2016, the company offers a platform designed to prevent zero-day API breaches by utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence. This platform can be deployed quickly, learning the specific behavior of a company’s APIs without the need for configuration or customization. It automatically and continuously identifies potential threats, enabling clients to block API attacks effectively. The company aims to protect the essential APIs that underpin modern applications, helping organizations safeguard their digital assets against emerging cyber threats. Salt Security was previously known as SECful, Inc. before rebranding in June 2018.

ANDPAD

Series C in 2020
Andpad is a Tokyo-based company that offers a construction management application tailored for users in Japan. Since its inception on September 1, 2015, Andpad has developed software that provides comprehensive project management services for the construction industry. The application facilitates the centralized management of various aspects of construction projects, including information on materials, drawings, process charts, and site photographs. It also enables users to manage personnel involved in construction, such as on-site craftsmen and supervisors. By streamlining these processes, Andpad aims to enhance on-site efficiency and overall project management for its clients.

Airwallex

Series D in 2020
Airwallex is a technology company based in Hong Kong that specializes in providing a global payments and financial platform. Its services facilitate international transactions for businesses of all sizes, allowing them to make and receive payments efficiently and cost-effectively. By integrating advanced technology with a comprehensive ecosystem of application programming interfaces, Airwallex streamlines financial processes, enabling clients to issue and pay invoices in their preferred currency at competitive exchange rates. The platform addresses the complexities of the traditional financial system, helping businesses save time and reduce costs while expanding their operations both domestically and internationally. With a focus on empowering companies to thrive in a borderless digital economy, Airwallex plays a significant role in enhancing global commerce.

JAXIM Network Technology

Series A in 2019
Hangzhou Jaxim Network Technology Co., Ltd. specializes in developing big data technology aimed at optimizing mobile phone information aggregation. The company offers a content social application known as Notification Master, which serves as a one-stop platform for fragmented user information. This application facilitates content sharing among users, thereby enhancing their experience and fostering content-based social relationships. By creating a closed-loop community, JAXIM aims to improve user engagement and satisfaction. The company is based in Hangzhou, China, and is staffed by a team of experienced product development engineers dedicated to advancing its core technologies.

Airwallex

Series C in 2019
Airwallex is a technology company based in Hong Kong that specializes in providing a global payments and financial platform. Its services facilitate international transactions for businesses of all sizes, allowing them to make and receive payments efficiently and cost-effectively. By integrating advanced technology with a comprehensive ecosystem of application programming interfaces, Airwallex streamlines financial processes, enabling clients to issue and pay invoices in their preferred currency at competitive exchange rates. The platform addresses the complexities of the traditional financial system, helping businesses save time and reduce costs while expanding their operations both domestically and internationally. With a focus on empowering companies to thrive in a borderless digital economy, Airwallex plays a significant role in enhancing global commerce.

BAND Protocol

Seed Round in 2019
Band Protocol is a cross-chain data oracle platform that facilitates the connection between real-world data and smart contracts, allowing decentralized applications to access external information securely. Founded in 2017 and based in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, Band Protocol offers a permissionless blockchain protocol that supports the creation of tokenized marketplaces and communities. It enables the tokenization of real-world products and the generation of new digital assets, such as unique digital collectibles and attention tokens. By aggregating data from various sources, Band Protocol empowers decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, prediction markets, and gaming platforms to operate on-chain without relying on centralized oracles, thereby mitigating the risk of single points of failure.

Papaya

Series A in 2018
Papaya is a developer of an online mobile bill payment application that simplifies financial transactions for users. The application supports various payment methods, including debit and credit cards and direct bank account transfers. It prioritizes security by encrypting personal information and payment data, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and PCI standards. In addition to its bill payment services, Papaya operates as an electronic money platform, offering digital solutions, online banking, and international payment services. This combination of features enables users to manage their financial activities efficiently and securely.

OnlinePajak

Series B in 2018
OnlinePajak is a web-based platform designed to streamline corporate tax and administration processes. It offers an all-in-one application that allows businesses to manage their taxes efficiently through a user-friendly interface. The platform provides features for tax preparation, payment processing, and filing, all integrated into a single system. By simplifying these tasks, OnlinePajak aims to enhance tax collection and alleviate the administrative burdens associated with corporate taxation. This solution empowers businesses to meet their tax obligations while improving overall performance and productivity.

Airwallex

Series B in 2018
Airwallex is a technology company based in Hong Kong that specializes in providing a global payments and financial platform. Its services facilitate international transactions for businesses of all sizes, allowing them to make and receive payments efficiently and cost-effectively. By integrating advanced technology with a comprehensive ecosystem of application programming interfaces, Airwallex streamlines financial processes, enabling clients to issue and pay invoices in their preferred currency at competitive exchange rates. The platform addresses the complexities of the traditional financial system, helping businesses save time and reduce costs while expanding their operations both domestically and internationally. With a focus on empowering companies to thrive in a borderless digital economy, Airwallex plays a significant role in enhancing global commerce.

Airwallex

Series A in 2017
Airwallex is a technology company based in Hong Kong that specializes in providing a global payments and financial platform. Its services facilitate international transactions for businesses of all sizes, allowing them to make and receive payments efficiently and cost-effectively. By integrating advanced technology with a comprehensive ecosystem of application programming interfaces, Airwallex streamlines financial processes, enabling clients to issue and pay invoices in their preferred currency at competitive exchange rates. The platform addresses the complexities of the traditional financial system, helping businesses save time and reduce costs while expanding their operations both domestically and internationally. With a focus on empowering companies to thrive in a borderless digital economy, Airwallex plays a significant role in enhancing global commerce.

OnlinePajak

Series A in 2017
OnlinePajak is a web-based platform designed to streamline corporate tax and administration processes. It offers an all-in-one application that allows businesses to manage their taxes efficiently through a user-friendly interface. The platform provides features for tax preparation, payment processing, and filing, all integrated into a single system. By simplifying these tasks, OnlinePajak aims to enhance tax collection and alleviate the administrative burdens associated with corporate taxation. This solution empowers businesses to meet their tax obligations while improving overall performance and productivity.

Airwallex

Series A in 2017
Airwallex is a technology company based in Hong Kong that specializes in providing a global payments and financial platform. Its services facilitate international transactions for businesses of all sizes, allowing them to make and receive payments efficiently and cost-effectively. By integrating advanced technology with a comprehensive ecosystem of application programming interfaces, Airwallex streamlines financial processes, enabling clients to issue and pay invoices in their preferred currency at competitive exchange rates. The platform addresses the complexities of the traditional financial system, helping businesses save time and reduce costs while expanding their operations both domestically and internationally. With a focus on empowering companies to thrive in a borderless digital economy, Airwallex plays a significant role in enhancing global commerce.

Appier

Series B in 2015
Appier Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions to enhance customer engagement for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, Appier offers a range of AI-driven products, including Aideal, which aids in accelerating purchase decisions; AIQUA, a platform for proactive customer engagement based on user behavior; AIXON, a data science platform that enriches customer data for better audience insights and predictive modeling; and CrossX, an AI-powered advertising solution designed for optimal campaign performance. The company serves approximately 1,000 global brands and agencies, facilitating real-time bidding, programmatic media buying, and deep learning capabilities to help businesses target and retain customers effectively. Appier operates in 14 markets across Asia, including major cities such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Sydney.

Appier

Series A in 2014
Appier Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions to enhance customer engagement for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, Appier offers a range of AI-driven products, including Aideal, which aids in accelerating purchase decisions; AIQUA, a platform for proactive customer engagement based on user behavior; AIXON, a data science platform that enriches customer data for better audience insights and predictive modeling; and CrossX, an AI-powered advertising solution designed for optimal campaign performance. The company serves approximately 1,000 global brands and agencies, facilitating real-time bidding, programmatic media buying, and deep learning capabilities to help businesses target and retain customers effectively. Appier operates in 14 markets across Asia, including major cities such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Sydney.

Aobi Island

Angel Round in 2009
Aobi Island is an educational platform focused on providing secure, healthy, and interesting web services for children aged 6 to 14. It enables children to cultivate their imagination and creativity in a healthy virtual world and realize their dreams, so that they can develop a positive outlook on life and the world. Children can communicate with each other through the different activities and features offered through Aobi Island. Aobi Island was developed by Guangzhou Baitian Info.

Mixer Labs

Series A in 2009
Mixer Labs is the developer behind GeoAPI.com, a robust location engine designed for developers, and TownMe, a local information platform. TownMe aims to digitize local information and connections, providing a comprehensive online representation of communities. The GeoAPI service includes features such as a reverse geocoder, access to 16 million business listings and points of interest with detailed location data, and a writable layer that allows developers to annotate places and conduct complex geo-queries. This functionality supports a variety of applications, making it easier for developers to integrate location-based services into their projects.

Mixer Labs

Seed Round in 2008
Mixer Labs is the developer behind GeoAPI.com, a robust location engine designed for developers, and TownMe, a local information platform. TownMe aims to digitize local information and connections, providing a comprehensive online representation of communities. The GeoAPI service includes features such as a reverse geocoder, access to 16 million business listings and points of interest with detailed location data, and a writable layer that allows developers to annotate places and conduct complex geo-queries. This functionality supports a variety of applications, making it easier for developers to integrate location-based services into their projects.

Waps.cn

Venture Round in 2006
WAPS is a Chinese mobile marketing service provider founded in 2005. The company specializes in mobile internet-based advertising and integrated marketing services aimed at mobile developers and advertisers. WAPS is focused on building an extensive intelligent mobile advertisement network and offers a comprehensive mobile internet marketing platform. Its services include advertising management and monitoring, as well as a WAP advertising affiliation and application for creating WAP sites. By facilitating effective marketing solutions, WAPS plays a crucial role in the mobile advertising landscape.

Waps.cn

Series A in 2006
WAPS is a Chinese mobile marketing service provider founded in 2005. The company specializes in mobile internet-based advertising and integrated marketing services aimed at mobile developers and advertisers. WAPS is focused on building an extensive intelligent mobile advertisement network and offers a comprehensive mobile internet marketing platform. Its services include advertising management and monitoring, as well as a WAP advertising affiliation and application for creating WAP sites. By facilitating effective marketing solutions, WAPS plays a crucial role in the mobile advertising landscape.
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