Sequoia Capital

Sequoia Capital is a prominent venture capital firm founded in 1972 and based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of startups, including seed, early, and growth stages, and focuses on sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, internet, and mobile. Sequoia typically invests between $100,000 and $1 million in seed companies, $1 million to $10 million in early-stage ventures, and $10 million to $100 million in growth investments. The firm operates globally, with significant activities in regions like Israel, China, and India, where it partners with dynamic founders to build successful companies. Sequoia's extensive portfolio includes notable firms and offers valuable insights and resources, benefiting from decades of experience in the venture capital landscape.

Gian Adhitya

Associate

Rohit Agarwal

Investment Analyst

Akshay Agarwal

Associate

Suraj Agarwalla

Associate

Ashish Agrawal

Managing Director

Abheek Anand

Managing Director

Rajan Anandan

Managing Director

Bogomil Balkansky

Partner

Julien Bek

Partner

Mohit Bhatnagar

Managing Director

Roelof Botha

Executive

Jaime Bott

Partner of Human Capital

Anni Cai

Associate

Sakshi Chopra

Principal

William Coughran Ph.D

Partner

Chinmaya Golecha

VP

Ajey Gore

Operating Partner of Technology

Pat Grady

Partner

Irwin R. Gross

MD

Rachit Gupta

Associate

Kriti Gupta

Associate

Augustus Ilag

Associate

SK Jain

Co-Founderand MD

Amit Jain

Managing Director

Steve Yue Ji

Partner

Liu Jiang

Partner

Sandeep Kapoor

CLO and Compliance Officer, India

Aakash Kapoor

VP

Pieter Kemps

Principal

Kais Khimji

Partner

Shailesh Lakhani

Principal

Jess Lee

Partner

Doug Leone

Partner

Alfred Lin

Partner

Junrui Lin

Partner and Co-Head

Luciana Lixandru

Partner

Cherry Lu

Partner

Patricia Ma

Director of People Operations

Shaun Maguire Ph.D

Partner

Nipun Mehra

VP and Investment Advisor

Matthew Miller

Partner, Growth

Ishaan Mittal

Principal

Abhishek Mohan

Vice President

Anirudh Bose Mullick

Head of Recruitment and VP

Shreyas Nair

Senior Associate

Kevin Pan

Managing Director

Prachi Pawar

Associate

Mayank Porwal

VP

Enita Pu

Partner

Amrut Rajkarne

Associate

GV Ravishankar

Managing Director

Andrew Reed

Partner

Prasanna Rengarajan

Associate

Anandamoy Roychowdhary

Principal

Anjana Sasidharan

Principal

Harshjit Sethi

Principal

Tejeshwi Sharma

Managing Director

Navendu Sharma

Associate

Neil Shen

Managing Partner

Bharat Singh

Chief Financial Officer

Thomas Stephenson

Partner

Amy Sun

Partner

Johan Surani

vice_president

Ian Taylor

Head of scouts

Shraeyansh Thakur

Investment Analyst

Mike Vernal

Partner

Jeffrey Wang

Managing Partner & Portfolio Manager

Shenya Wang

Associate

Cen Wang

Partner, China

Klaus Wang

VP

Past deals in Human Resources

Remote

Series C in 2022
Remote Technology, Inc. provides a comprehensive human resource technology platform that specializes in payroll, benefits, compliance, and tax services for businesses with distributed employees and contractors. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company facilitates onboarding, automatic payments, and centralized document management, while also handling statutory payments, social and pension contributions, and income tax retention. By connecting candidates with remote job opportunities, Remote allows companies to focus on their workforce without the complexities of managing global payroll and regulatory compliance.

Darwinbox

Series D in 2022
Darwinbox Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a Hyderabad-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based integrated human resource management and analytics solutions. Founded in 2015, Darwinbox offers a comprehensive HRMS platform designed to enhance employee engagement and streamline HR processes across various functions, including onboarding, payroll, attendance, performance management, and talent management. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide features such as an HR voicebot and advanced talent analytics. Recognized as one of the leading human capital management platforms in the Asia-Pacific region, Darwinbox serves over 350 global enterprises, including prominent names like Arvind, Dr. Reddys, and Swiggy, and has a user base of more than 850,000 employees. The company aims to transform the relationship between the workforce and technology, supported by investments from notable firms such as Sequoia Capital and Lightspeed.

Remote

Series B in 2021
Remote Technology, Inc. provides a comprehensive human resource technology platform that specializes in payroll, benefits, compliance, and tax services for businesses with distributed employees and contractors. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company facilitates onboarding, automatic payments, and centralized document management, while also handling statutory payments, social and pension contributions, and income tax retention. By connecting candidates with remote job opportunities, Remote allows companies to focus on their workforce without the complexities of managing global payroll and regulatory compliance.

SmartHR

Series D in 2021
SmartHR, Inc. develops SmartHR, a cloud-based software to automate the procedure of social insurance and employment insurance. It was formerly known as KUFU, Inc. The company was founded on January 23, 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Beisen

Series F in 2021
Beijing Beisen Cloud Computing Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company that specializes in developing a software as a service (SaaS) integrated talent management platform. Founded in 2005 and based in Beijing, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including recruitment management, talent assessment, performance management, succession planning, and talent development. Beisen also provides platform as a service (PaaS) solutions for third-party developers, alongside system implementation and custom development services. Additionally, the company focuses on internet recruitment through its Human Resource Service Platform and operates a Business People Service Network that facilitates information exchange and recruitment services. With integrated functionalities for feedback and employee surveys, Beisen aims to enhance talent management for its clients.

Darwinbox

Series C in 2021
Darwinbox Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a Hyderabad-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based integrated human resource management and analytics solutions. Founded in 2015, Darwinbox offers a comprehensive HRMS platform designed to enhance employee engagement and streamline HR processes across various functions, including onboarding, payroll, attendance, performance management, and talent management. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide features such as an HR voicebot and advanced talent analytics. Recognized as one of the leading human capital management platforms in the Asia-Pacific region, Darwinbox serves over 350 global enterprises, including prominent names like Arvind, Dr. Reddys, and Swiggy, and has a user base of more than 850,000 employees. The company aims to transform the relationship between the workforce and technology, supported by investments from notable firms such as Sequoia Capital and Lightspeed.

Remote

Series A in 2020
Remote Technology, Inc. provides a comprehensive human resource technology platform that specializes in payroll, benefits, compliance, and tax services for businesses with distributed employees and contractors. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company facilitates onboarding, automatic payments, and centralized document management, while also handling statutory payments, social and pension contributions, and income tax retention. By connecting candidates with remote job opportunities, Remote allows companies to focus on their workforce without the complexities of managing global payroll and regulatory compliance.

Remote

Series A in 2020
Remote Technology, Inc. provides a comprehensive human resource technology platform that specializes in payroll, benefits, compliance, and tax services for businesses with distributed employees and contractors. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company facilitates onboarding, automatic payments, and centralized document management, while also handling statutory payments, social and pension contributions, and income tax retention. By connecting candidates with remote job opportunities, Remote allows companies to focus on their workforce without the complexities of managing global payroll and regulatory compliance.

Darwinbox

Series B in 2019
Darwinbox Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a Hyderabad-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based integrated human resource management and analytics solutions. Founded in 2015, Darwinbox offers a comprehensive HRMS platform designed to enhance employee engagement and streamline HR processes across various functions, including onboarding, payroll, attendance, performance management, and talent management. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide features such as an HR voicebot and advanced talent analytics. Recognized as one of the leading human capital management platforms in the Asia-Pacific region, Darwinbox serves over 350 global enterprises, including prominent names like Arvind, Dr. Reddys, and Swiggy, and has a user base of more than 850,000 employees. The company aims to transform the relationship between the workforce and technology, supported by investments from notable firms such as Sequoia Capital and Lightspeed.

WorkTrans

Series C in 2019
Shanghai WorkTrans Information Technology Co., Ltd. develops human resource (HR) management software. The company's software solution tracks and analyzes enterprise resource planning (ERP) data and employee performance to estimate the number of work hours and employee skills required in the next phase. It also develops an integrated personnel management platform that integrates payroll, rosters, recruitment, and training solutions. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Shanghai, China.

Wonolo

Series C in 2018
Wonolo Inc. is an on-demand staffing platform that connects businesses with temporary workers to meet their immediate labor needs. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with a second location in Nashville, Wonolo enables job seekers to find flexible hourly or daily jobs in various sectors, including warehouse operations, delivery, merchandising, event staffing, and administrative roles. The platform pre-screens workers to ensure quality and efficiency, thereby streamlining the job-matching process. By providing companies access to vetted talent quickly, Wonolo helps organizations manage unpredictable labor demands while offering individuals opportunities to earn extra income and gain new skills. The service is currently available in several major regions, including Northern California, Southern California, New York/New Jersey/Pennsylvania, Chicago, Dallas, Nashville, Atlanta, and Phoenix.

Beisen

Series E in 2018
Beijing Beisen Cloud Computing Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company that specializes in developing a software as a service (SaaS) integrated talent management platform. Founded in 2005 and based in Beijing, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including recruitment management, talent assessment, performance management, succession planning, and talent development. Beisen also provides platform as a service (PaaS) solutions for third-party developers, alongside system implementation and custom development services. Additionally, the company focuses on internet recruitment through its Human Resource Service Platform and operates a Business People Service Network that facilitates information exchange and recruitment services. With integrated functionalities for feedback and employee surveys, Beisen aims to enhance talent management for its clients.

Namely

Series E in 2018
Namely, Inc. operates an online human resource software platform designed for small and mid-sized organizations. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes an employee database for tracking time off, reporting, and managing employee profiles, alongside payroll solutions and various employee benefits such as medical, dental, and life insurance. Namely also offers talent management solutions to help organizations enhance their company culture and improve employee experiences. By consolidating HR, payroll, time management, and benefits administration into a single platform, Namely enables HR teams to focus on developing their workforce while ensuring compliance and efficient operations. The company serves a range of industries, including technology, professional services, and commerce, on a global scale.

Trupo

Seed Round in 2018
Trupo, Inc. provides insurance benefits tailored for freelancers, including dental, accident, and liability coverage. Founded in 2017 and based in Brooklyn, New York, Trupo addresses the unique challenges faced by freelancers who often lack access to traditional employee benefits. The company's technology facilitates the creation of personalized benefits packages, designed specifically for the freelance lifestyle, ensuring that independent workers have a safety net comparable to that of full-time employees. Through its expert-curated offerings, Trupo aims to support freelancers by delivering essential benefits in a single, accessible platform.

Wonolo

Series B in 2018
Wonolo Inc. is an on-demand staffing platform that connects businesses with temporary workers to meet their immediate labor needs. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with a second location in Nashville, Wonolo enables job seekers to find flexible hourly or daily jobs in various sectors, including warehouse operations, delivery, merchandising, event staffing, and administrative roles. The platform pre-screens workers to ensure quality and efficiency, thereby streamlining the job-matching process. By providing companies access to vetted talent quickly, Wonolo helps organizations manage unpredictable labor demands while offering individuals opportunities to earn extra income and gain new skills. The service is currently available in several major regions, including Northern California, Southern California, New York/New Jersey/Pennsylvania, Chicago, Dallas, Nashville, Atlanta, and Phoenix.

Xinren Xinshi

Series B in 2018
Xinren Xinshi is a human resource system. This product covers all human resources modules, designed to provide efficient business services. Their product "Xinren Xinshi," provides a Saas-based HR solution for enterprises. Xinren Xinshi supports payroll management all throughout China and more than 16000 customers are doing their payroll & other related business on Xinren Xinshi Platform. Besides Payroll, Xinren Xinshi provides one-stop solution for all HR-related business including employee management, recruitment, social security, performance evaluation, work attendance and so on.

Namely

Series D in 2017
Namely, Inc. operates an online human resource software platform designed for small and mid-sized organizations. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes an employee database for tracking time off, reporting, and managing employee profiles, alongside payroll solutions and various employee benefits such as medical, dental, and life insurance. Namely also offers talent management solutions to help organizations enhance their company culture and improve employee experiences. By consolidating HR, payroll, time management, and benefits administration into a single platform, Namely enables HR teams to focus on developing their workforce while ensuring compliance and efficient operations. The company serves a range of industries, including technology, professional services, and commerce, on a global scale.

Joyowo

Series B in 2016
Joyowo is an online human resources service platform that utilizes a Cloud+SaaS model to deliver a wide range of services aimed at improving labor management for small and medium-sized enterprises. The platform facilitates the online setup of social insurance and provident fund accounts, as well as online payments, tracking, inquiries, and transfers related to social insurance. Additionally, Joyowo offers comprehensive human resource services that include compensation management, commercial insurance, and personnel management. By providing these solutions, Joyowo enables enterprises to enhance the efficiency of their human resources processes, streamlining the management of employee benefits and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Namely

Venture Round in 2016
Namely, Inc. operates an online human resource software platform designed for small and mid-sized organizations. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes an employee database for tracking time off, reporting, and managing employee profiles, alongside payroll solutions and various employee benefits such as medical, dental, and life insurance. Namely also offers talent management solutions to help organizations enhance their company culture and improve employee experiences. By consolidating HR, payroll, time management, and benefits administration into a single platform, Namely enables HR teams to focus on developing their workforce while ensuring compliance and efficient operations. The company serves a range of industries, including technology, professional services, and commerce, on a global scale.

Namely

Series C in 2015
Namely, Inc. operates an online human resource software platform designed for small and mid-sized organizations. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes an employee database for tracking time off, reporting, and managing employee profiles, alongside payroll solutions and various employee benefits such as medical, dental, and life insurance. Namely also offers talent management solutions to help organizations enhance their company culture and improve employee experiences. By consolidating HR, payroll, time management, and benefits administration into a single platform, Namely enables HR teams to focus on developing their workforce while ensuring compliance and efficient operations. The company serves a range of industries, including technology, professional services, and commerce, on a global scale.

Joyowo

Series A in 2015
Joyowo is an online human resources service platform that utilizes a Cloud+SaaS model to deliver a wide range of services aimed at improving labor management for small and medium-sized enterprises. The platform facilitates the online setup of social insurance and provident fund accounts, as well as online payments, tracking, inquiries, and transfers related to social insurance. Additionally, Joyowo offers comprehensive human resource services that include compensation management, commercial insurance, and personnel management. By providing these solutions, Joyowo enables enterprises to enhance the efficiency of their human resources processes, streamlining the management of employee benefits and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Beisen

Series B in 2013
Beijing Beisen Cloud Computing Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company that specializes in developing a software as a service (SaaS) integrated talent management platform. Founded in 2005 and based in Beijing, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including recruitment management, talent assessment, performance management, succession planning, and talent development. Beisen also provides platform as a service (PaaS) solutions for third-party developers, alongside system implementation and custom development services. Additionally, the company focuses on internet recruitment through its Human Resource Service Platform and operates a Business People Service Network that facilitates information exchange and recruitment services. With integrated functionalities for feedback and employee surveys, Beisen aims to enhance talent management for its clients.

Saba Software

Venture Round in 1999
Saba Software, Inc. provides cloud-based intelligent talent management solution for organizations to hire, develop, engage, and inspire people worldwide. It offers a set of people cloud applications, including recruiting, enterprise learning, talent management, and collaboration solutions to mobilize and engage people around new strategies and initiatives; align and connect people to the flow of business; and cultivate, capture, and share individual and collective knowhow. Its customer base includes organizations in financial services, life sciences and healthcare, high tech, automotive and manufacturing, retail, energy and utilities, and packaged goods sectors, as well as public sector organizations. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Dublin, California. As of October 2, 2020, Saba Software, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of BestatDigital.

Saba Software

Venture Round in 1998
Saba Software, Inc. provides cloud-based intelligent talent management solution for organizations to hire, develop, engage, and inspire people worldwide. It offers a set of people cloud applications, including recruiting, enterprise learning, talent management, and collaboration solutions to mobilize and engage people around new strategies and initiatives; align and connect people to the flow of business; and cultivate, capture, and share individual and collective knowhow. Its customer base includes organizations in financial services, life sciences and healthcare, high tech, automotive and manufacturing, retail, energy and utilities, and packaged goods sectors, as well as public sector organizations. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Dublin, California. As of October 2, 2020, Saba Software, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of BestatDigital.