Donald Valentine, Sequoia Capital

Donald Valentine, the founder of Sequoia Capital, was an early-stage venture investor who focused on semiconductors. See sector focus and contact routes.

About Donald Valentine

Donald Valentine, the founder of Sequoia Capital, was an early-stage venture investor who focused on semiconductors, systems, and software, prioritizing companies targeting massive, emerging markets rather than competing in existing ones. His distinctive thesis emphasized investing in the "infrastructure layer" of foundational technologies, betting on the creation of entirely new industries like video games, personal computing, and networking. Valentine was an original investor in notable portfolio companies including Apple, Atari, Cisco Systems, Oracle, and Electronic Arts, which collectively helped create the modern semiconductor, personal computer, and digital entertainment industries.

Donald Valentine at a glance

Role
Managing Director
Organization
Sequoia Capital
Location
Menlo Park, California, United States
Investor type
Venture Capital

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Donald Valentine at Sequoia Capital (Menlo Park, California, United States) — sector focus: Healthcare, Media Entertainment.
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Where is Donald Valentine based?
Donald Valentine is based in Menlo Park, California, United States.

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