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Sequence Bio

YC S19

St. John's, CA · Founded 2013 · 52 employees · 8 known investors

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Sequence Bio discovers genetic causes of disease within Newfoundland and Labrador's founder population to develop breakthrough treatments, diagnostics, and preventions. The company focuses on translational biology and genetics research for patients globally.

Also known as Sequence Bioinformatics Inc.

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S19)

Sequence Bio was founded in 2013 by Jeremy Grushcow and Chris Gardner.

JGJeremy Grushcow
Jeremy GrushcowCo-founder · Chief Business Officer2015–2019Jeremy Grushcow earned a Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology and a J.D. with Honors from the University of Chicago. He served as Chief Business Officer at Sequence Bio and as Executive Vice President of Strategic Development at Antibe Therapeutics, where he managed corporate partnerships and clinical development programs.
CGChris Gardner
Chris GardnerCo-founder · Strategic Advisor2022–2024
LHLynn Healey
Lynn HealeyChief Executive Officer
TBTom Barber
Tom BarberChief Scientific OfficerTom Barber is Chief Scientific Officer of Sequence Bio, which conducts genetics research on founder populations to identify disease causes and develop treatments and diagnostics. He previously served as Chief Scientific Officer at Congenica and LifeOmic, bringing expertise in next-generation sequencing, oncology, and biotech product development.
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Tyler WishNamed on SEC filing
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James HardimanNamed on SEC filing
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Andrew FureyNamed on SEC filing
MC
Maddie CoombesChief of Staff

Investors · 8

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$2.9M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2016–2019

▶$1.3MraisedJul 2019 · 2 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • CHRIS GARDNERExecutive Officer, Director
  • JAMES HARDIMANDirector
  • ANDREW FUREYDirector
  • MARK DOBBINDirector
Offering amount
$1.3M
Amount sold
$1.3M
First sale
Jul 2019
Incorporated
Corporation, Newfoundland, Canada
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1.6MraisedJul 2016 · 1 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Tyler WishExecutive Officer, Director
  • Chris GardnerExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • James HardimanDirector
  • Andrew FureyDirector
Offering amount
$1.6M
Amount sold
$1.6M
First sale
Jun 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Newfoundland, Canada, 2013
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Founder mafia

2 people who came through Sequence Bio went on to found or lead other companies.

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corporate structure
Sequence Bioinformatics Inc.

Frequently asked questions

What does Sequence Bio do?
Sequence Bio discovers genetic causes of disease within Newfoundland and Labrador's founder population to develop breakthrough treatments, diagnostics, and preventions. The company focuses on translational biology and genetics research for patients globally.
Who founded Sequence Bio?
Sequence Bio was founded by Jeremy Grushcow, Chris Gardner in 2013.
Who are Sequence Bio's investors?
Sequence Bio's investors include C3 Ventures, DCVC (Data Collective), Killick Capital, Pelorus Venture Capital, Western Technology Investment, Y Combinator, Heron Rock AL Access Funds, Venture Newfoundland and Labrador.
How much funding has Sequence Bio raised?
Sequence Bio has disclosed $2.9M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Sequence Bio headquartered?
Sequence Bio is headquartered in St. John's, CA.