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 Life and Health Insurance

Full-Life Technologies

Series A in 2022
Full-Life Technologies Limited is a global company specializing in RadioTherapeutics, with its headquarters in Shanghai, China, and operations extending to Europe. The firm focuses on targeted cancer therapy services within the radiotherapy field, aiming to enhance treatment outcomes for cancer patients. Full-Life is dedicated to advancing nuclear medicine through innovative research in radiopharmaceuticals, which supports healthcare providers in delivering effective cancer treatments.

Qoala

Series B in 2022
Qoala is an insurtech company based in Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia, founded in 2018. The company provides online insurance services for various needs, including coverage for flight and train delays, phone screen damages, and e-commerce logistics. By utilizing big data, machine learning, IoT, and blockchain technology, Qoala aims to transform the insurance landscape in Indonesia. It collaborates with major e-commerce and travel platforms to improve customer experience through its innovative insurance products.

Digit Insurance

Venture Round in 2022
Go Digit General Insurance Limited is a digital insurance company based in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2016 by Kamesh Goyal. The company offers a wide range of insurance products, including car, travel, home, commercial vehicle, bike, health, mobile, and shop insurance, as well as flight delay coverage. Go Digit focuses on enhancing customer experience through its online platform, which facilitates claims, renewals, and provides information on motor vehicle and health insurance. The company is known for its innovative approach to insurance, aiming to simplify products and pricing processes. It operates as a subsidiary of Go Digit Infoworks Services Private Limited and generates significant revenue from its motor insurance offerings.

Kenko

Series A in 2022
Kenko Health is focused on creating a health management organization that offers comprehensive healthcare financing services. The company provides all-inclusive individual healthcare plans designed to cover a wide range of medical expenses, including medicines, doctor fees, lab tests, mental health services, dental care, and outpatient hospital bills. By offering low monthly payment options, Kenko aims to make healthcare more affordable for its customers, delivering prepaid benefits and significant discounts on various medical services.

Digit Insurance

Venture Round in 2021
Go Digit General Insurance Limited is a digital insurance company based in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2016 by Kamesh Goyal. The company offers a wide range of insurance products, including car, travel, home, commercial vehicle, bike, health, mobile, and shop insurance, as well as flight delay coverage. Go Digit focuses on enhancing customer experience through its online platform, which facilitates claims, renewals, and provides information on motor vehicle and health insurance. The company is known for its innovative approach to insurance, aiming to simplify products and pricing processes. It operates as a subsidiary of Go Digit Infoworks Services Private Limited and generates significant revenue from its motor insurance offerings.

Ethos Life

Series D in 2021
Ethos Life is an insurance company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing modern and ethical life insurance products, primarily term life insurance. Founded in 2016, Ethos aims to make life insurance affordable, accessible, and instant, addressing a significant market valued at $650 billion. The company employs innovative software to enhance the customer experience and utilizes technology to tailor coverage to individual needs. Ethos policies are issued and guaranteed by Legal & General America, a well-established life insurance provider. The company emphasizes a human approach in its services, striving to protect families through personalized insurance solutions.

Turtlemint

Series D in 2020
Turtlemint is an online insurance platform that identifies and purchases appropriate insurance policies for consumers. It aims to “demystify” insurance by explaining the jargon in a simple way and providing smart tools to help a user make the right choice. From search to purchase, the entire process can be completed online in just a few clicks. The company offers car insurance, bike insurance, health insurance, and term life insurance. It was founded in 2015 and is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

Healthlane

Convertible Note in 2020
Healthlane is a healthcare technology company that operates an online application aimed at enhancing access to quality and affordable healthcare services in Africa. Established in 2020 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, with additional offices in Yaounde, Cameroon, and San Francisco, California, the platform facilitates users in tracking medical appointments and consolidating their health data. It offers features such as virtual medical advice on various health topics, including pregnancy, vaccinations, lab results, family planning, and insurance records. By enabling direct communication with certified doctors, Healthlane empowers individuals to make informed health decisions and efficiently monitor their health status.

Plum

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Plum provides best-in-class health insurance at affordable price. Plum's group health insurance comes with no surprises, no hidden costs & no out-of-pocket expenses. Give your employees access to great care with Plum.

Qoala

Series A in 2020
Qoala is an insurtech company based in Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia, founded in 2018. The company provides online insurance services for various needs, including coverage for flight and train delays, phone screen damages, and e-commerce logistics. By utilizing big data, machine learning, IoT, and blockchain technology, Qoala aims to transform the insurance landscape in Indonesia. It collaborates with major e-commerce and travel platforms to improve customer experience through its innovative insurance products.

Nuanwa Technology

Series A in 2020
Nuanwa Technology is a health insurance technology platform. The company is positioned in the field of health insurance technology, mainly serving insurance companies and Internet platforms, providing products customization services, risk control, claims services, system services and other solutions for its health insurance business. Medical ecology and health insurance, open up barriers to medical data information.

Nuanwa Technology

Angel Round in 2019
Nuanwa Technology is a health insurance technology platform. The company is positioned in the field of health insurance technology, mainly serving insurance companies and Internet platforms, providing products customization services, risk control, claims services, system services and other solutions for its health insurance business. Medical ecology and health insurance, open up barriers to medical data information.

Ethos Life

Series C in 2019
Ethos Life is an insurance company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing modern and ethical life insurance products, primarily term life insurance. Founded in 2016, Ethos aims to make life insurance affordable, accessible, and instant, addressing a significant market valued at $650 billion. The company employs innovative software to enhance the customer experience and utilizes technology to tailor coverage to individual needs. Ethos policies are issued and guaranteed by Legal & General America, a well-established life insurance provider. The company emphasizes a human approach in its services, striving to protect families through personalized insurance solutions.

Hyundai Insurance

Venture Round in 2019
Hyundai Insurance specializes in health, auto, cargo, and property insurance services.

Yuanxin Huibao

Series A in 2019
Yuanxin Huibao is a health insurance technology service provider. It provides insurance for health care in major areas such as major diseases and chronic diseases. It provides users with more reliable medical and medical services and is more insurance. The company offers solutions such as “product actuarial pricing, risk control, user acquisition and viscosity”.

Turtlemint

Venture Round in 2019
Turtlemint is an online insurance platform that identifies and purchases appropriate insurance policies for consumers. It aims to “demystify” insurance by explaining the jargon in a simple way and providing smart tools to help a user make the right choice. From search to purchase, the entire process can be completed online in just a few clicks. The company offers car insurance, bike insurance, health insurance, and term life insurance. It was founded in 2015 and is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

Turtlemint

Venture Round in 2018
Turtlemint is an online insurance platform that identifies and purchases appropriate insurance policies for consumers. It aims to “demystify” insurance by explaining the jargon in a simple way and providing smart tools to help a user make the right choice. From search to purchase, the entire process can be completed online in just a few clicks. The company offers car insurance, bike insurance, health insurance, and term life insurance. It was founded in 2015 and is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

Ethos Life

Series B in 2018
Ethos Life is an insurance company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing modern and ethical life insurance products, primarily term life insurance. Founded in 2016, Ethos aims to make life insurance affordable, accessible, and instant, addressing a significant market valued at $650 billion. The company employs innovative software to enhance the customer experience and utilizes technology to tailor coverage to individual needs. Ethos policies are issued and guaranteed by Legal & General America, a well-established life insurance provider. The company emphasizes a human approach in its services, striving to protect families through personalized insurance solutions.

Trupo

Seed Round in 2018
Trupo, Inc., established in 2017 and based in Brooklyn, New York, provides insurance benefits specifically designed for freelancers. Recognizing that freelancers often lack the safety nets available to traditional employees, Trupo offers a range of benefits including dental, accident, and liability insurance. The company aims to empower freelancers by delivering personalized and affordable insurance packages that address the unique challenges they face, such as fluctuating incomes and the absence of a dedicated HR department. Through its technology, Trupo facilitates easy access to short-term disability insurance and other essential services, enabling freelancers to secure their financial future and protect themselves against significant risks associated with illness, injury, and hospitalization.

Ethos Life

Series A in 2018
Ethos Life is an insurance company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing modern and ethical life insurance products, primarily term life insurance. Founded in 2016, Ethos aims to make life insurance affordable, accessible, and instant, addressing a significant market valued at $650 billion. The company employs innovative software to enhance the customer experience and utilizes technology to tailor coverage to individual needs. Ethos policies are issued and guaranteed by Legal & General America, a well-established life insurance provider. The company emphasizes a human approach in its services, striving to protect families through personalized insurance solutions.

Decent

Seed Round in 2018
Decent Inc. is a healthcare insurance provider based in Mill Valley, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in offering health and medical insurance plans tailored for self-employed professionals, notably the Trailblazer Plan, which is designed to meet the unique needs of freelance workers. Decent aims to make healthcare more affordable by aligning incentives to enhance health outcomes and lower costs. Utilizing innovative technologies such as cryptocurrency and blockchain, Decent's platform facilitates access to a range of insurance options while partnering with a network of healthcare providers, including doctors, hospitals, and specialists. This approach places members at the center of their care, promoting better health management and financial savings.

Lemonade

Series C in 2017
Lemonade, Inc. is an insurance company based in New York, offering a range of insurance products in the United States and Europe. Founded in 2015, the company provides homeowners and renters insurance, as well as landlord insurance policies for individuals renting out their properties. Lemonade utilizes artificial intelligence and behavioral economics to streamline the insurance process, replacing traditional brokers and reducing paperwork to create a seamless customer experience. The company employs bots and machine learning to deliver instant insurance solutions, allowing for efficient claims processing and rate setting. Additionally, Lemonade acts as an agent for other insurance providers, expanding its offerings in the market.

Lemonade

Series B in 2016
Lemonade, Inc. is an insurance company based in New York, offering a range of insurance products in the United States and Europe. Founded in 2015, the company provides homeowners and renters insurance, as well as landlord insurance policies for individuals renting out their properties. Lemonade utilizes artificial intelligence and behavioral economics to streamline the insurance process, replacing traditional brokers and reducing paperwork to create a seamless customer experience. The company employs bots and machine learning to deliver instant insurance solutions, allowing for efficient claims processing and rate setting. Additionally, Lemonade acts as an agent for other insurance providers, expanding its offerings in the market.

Ethos Life

Seed Round in 2016
Ethos Life is an insurance company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing modern and ethical life insurance products, primarily term life insurance. Founded in 2016, Ethos aims to make life insurance affordable, accessible, and instant, addressing a significant market valued at $650 billion. The company employs innovative software to enhance the customer experience and utilizes technology to tailor coverage to individual needs. Ethos policies are issued and guaranteed by Legal & General America, a well-established life insurance provider. The company emphasizes a human approach in its services, striving to protect families through personalized insurance solutions.

Clover Health

Series C in 2016
Clover Health is a health insurance company that specializes in providing Medicare Advantage plans for senior citizens. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in several states, including New Jersey, Arizona, Georgia, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Clover Health operates a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) platform that aims to enhance the quality of life for its members through patient-centered analytics and dedicated care management. By utilizing advanced analytics and custom software, Clover Health directs its clinical staff to proactively address gaps in care, focusing on preventive measures and chronic disease management. Its approach not only aims to improve health outcomes but also seeks to reduce unnecessary healthcare spending. The company primarily generates revenue through its insurance segment, which offers both PPO and Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans.

Xiaoyusan

Series A in 2015
Xiaoyusan is an online marketplace specializing in insurance products, catering to a diverse clientele that includes the elderly, children, and adults. The company boasts a professional team with extensive experience in both the Internet and insurance sectors, dedicated to promoting user happiness. Its platform offers an accessible and straightforward approach to purchasing insurance, featuring clear descriptions of various products, a paperless electronic policy system, and a streamlined buying process. This user-friendly design allows customers to efficiently shop for and compare different insurance options, enhancing their overall experience in securing coverage.

Clover Health

Series B in 2015
Clover Health is a health insurance company that specializes in providing Medicare Advantage plans for senior citizens. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in several states, including New Jersey, Arizona, Georgia, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Clover Health operates a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) platform that aims to enhance the quality of life for its members through patient-centered analytics and dedicated care management. By utilizing advanced analytics and custom software, Clover Health directs its clinical staff to proactively address gaps in care, focusing on preventive measures and chronic disease management. Its approach not only aims to improve health outcomes but also seeks to reduce unnecessary healthcare spending. The company primarily generates revenue through its insurance segment, which offers both PPO and Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans.

Lemonade

Seed Round in 2015
Lemonade, Inc. is an insurance company based in New York, offering a range of insurance products in the United States and Europe. Founded in 2015, the company provides homeowners and renters insurance, as well as landlord insurance policies for individuals renting out their properties. Lemonade utilizes artificial intelligence and behavioral economics to streamline the insurance process, replacing traditional brokers and reducing paperwork to create a seamless customer experience. The company employs bots and machine learning to deliver instant insurance solutions, allowing for efficient claims processing and rate setting. Additionally, Lemonade acts as an agent for other insurance providers, expanding its offerings in the market.

Lifecode

Series A in 2015
Lifecode, Inc. is a molecular diagnostics company specializing in next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology, particularly in the field of oncology. Based in Foster City, California, the company develops a range of NGS-based cancer assays, including its flagship product, the Lifecode Pan Cancer Somatic Panel, designed for use in metastatic and rare cancers, as well as for patients who have exhausted standard treatment options or are exploring clinical trials. Lifecode aims to facilitate informed treatment decisions by providing clinical information to healthcare providers. To address the complexities of genomic data interpretation, Lifecode has assembled a skilled team with expertise in various scientific disciplines, including data science and molecular biology. The company is supported by funding from prominent investors, and it operates with a dual focus on software development and clinical laboratory services. Lifecode’s innovative approach is positioned to enhance personalized cancer care through accessible and interpretable genomic insights.

iLife3

Seed Round in 2014
iLife3 provides advanced medical and health services for Chinese high-end crowd.

Star Health and Allied Insurance

Venture Round in 2013
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited, established in 2006 and headquartered in Chennai, India, specializes exclusively in health insurance products. The company caters to individuals, senior citizens, and families, offering a variety of plans, including personal accident insurance, Mediclaim, and overseas travel insurance. With a commitment to service excellence and innovation, Star Health aims to deliver affordable health insurance solutions, ensuring that quality healthcare coverage is accessible to all. By focusing solely on health insurance, the company leverages its resources to design products that meet the diverse needs of its customers.

Lifecode

Venture Round in 2011
Lifecode, Inc. is a molecular diagnostics company specializing in next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology, particularly in the field of oncology. Based in Foster City, California, the company develops a range of NGS-based cancer assays, including its flagship product, the Lifecode Pan Cancer Somatic Panel, designed for use in metastatic and rare cancers, as well as for patients who have exhausted standard treatment options or are exploring clinical trials. Lifecode aims to facilitate informed treatment decisions by providing clinical information to healthcare providers. To address the complexities of genomic data interpretation, Lifecode has assembled a skilled team with expertise in various scientific disciplines, including data science and molecular biology. The company is supported by funding from prominent investors, and it operates with a dual focus on software development and clinical laboratory services. Lifecode’s innovative approach is positioned to enhance personalized cancer care through accessible and interpretable genomic insights.

Sai Life Sciences

Venture Round in 2007
Sai Life Sciences Ltd. specializes in the discovery, contract development, and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals for clients in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including discovery solutions such as synthetic and medicinal chemistry, toxicology, and pharmacology, as well as development services like analytical method validation, stability studies, and formulation development. Additionally, Sai Life Sciences provides manufacturing capabilities for late-phase and commercial products, along with technology transfer services. With a presence in key markets including India, the United States, the European Union, and Japan, the company has established research and manufacturing facilities in Hyderabad, Pune, Bidar, Cambridge, and Manchester. Founded in 1999 and formerly known as SAI Advantium Pharma Limited, Sai Life Sciences is focused on helping its clients accelerate the development of innovative medicines while minimizing risks and costs.

NortonLifeLock

Series A in 1983
NortonLifeLock Inc. is a prominent company in the field of consumer cyber safety, focusing on securing the digital lives of around 50 million users. The company offers a range of services designed to protect devices, identities, and online privacy, while also addressing the needs of families in an increasingly complex digital landscape. By providing reliable security solutions, NortonLifeLock aims to be a trusted partner for consumers navigating various online threats and challenges.
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