GGV Capital
Venture capitalMenlo Park · Pre-Seed–Late Stage · 36 people tracked
Investment thesis
GGV Capital backs ambitious founders across the full lifecycle of a company, investing from the earliest idea stage through to exit. With over two decades of experience, the firm emphasizes long-term relationships built on trust and conviction, aiming to help founders build global, category-defining companies. Its partnership is characterized by a stable, tenured team that has collaborated for an average of fifteen years.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 36 people
from the firm's website & curated & public directories
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What they invest in
from 86 of 153 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×40SaaS ×35Enterprise Software ×32Developer Tools ×13Fintech ×13Data & Infrastructure ×11Cloud Computing ×10E-commerce ×10
HQs:United States×49China×2Brazil×1Colombia×1France×1Israel×1
Investments · 153 tracked
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Airbnb is an online marketplace that enables people to book and list accommodations for short-term rentals, experiences, and services around the world.
ConsumerMarketplacesTravel & HospitalitySan Francisco, US
Brian Chesky(Founder/CEO)inNathan Blecharczyk(Founder/CTO)inJoe Gebbia(Founder/CPO)inAlfred Lin(Director)Belinda Johnson(Executive Officer)Laurence Tosi(Executive Officer)
Coinbase is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that offers trading, custody, and financial services for cryptocurrencies, stocks, derivatives, and prediction markets to consumers, institutions, and developers.
Crypto & Web3FintechLos Angeles, US
Brian Armstrong(Founder/CEO)in
Square is a financial services platform that provides point-of-sale systems, payment processing, payroll management, and cash flow tools for small and medium-sized businesses.
FintechRetail TechSaaSSan Francisco, US
Jack Dorsey(Founder & CEO)Mary Meeker(Director)Amy Brooks(Director)Paul Deighton(Director)Randy Garutti(Director)Lawrence Summers(Director)
InfStones provides blockchain infrastructure and node management solutions for Web3 applications, enabling developers to build, scale, and maintain decentralized applications.
Cloud ComputingCrypto & Web3Data & Infrastructure
Dr. Zhenwu Shi(Founder)Sili Zhao(Global Director of Business)
Namely is a cloud-based HR platform that combines HRIS, payroll, benefits administration, and talent management for mid-market companies.
Enterprise SoftwareHR TechSaaSNew York, US
Matthew Straznitskas(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardAdam D'Augelli(Director)David Skok(Director)
PartnerJeff Richards· led
Unravel provides an autonomous AI platform that optimizes and operates data platforms like Databricks, Snowflake, and BigQuery, automatically tuning queries and jobs to reduce costs and improve performance for engineering teams.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise Software
Shivnath Babu(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Kunal Agarwal(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
Workstream provides technology and services for the global deskless economy, serving the 2.7 billion workers and business owners in this segment.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkHR TechSaaS
Desmond Lim(Founder & CEO)
Yoodli is an AI-powered platform that provides interactive roleplay scenarios to help users improve their communication skills and public speaking confidence.
AI & Machine LearningEdTechSaaSSales TechSeattle, US
Varun Puri(CEO, Co-founder)Esha J.(Chief Customer Officer, Co-founder)Neeraj Hablani(Director)Esha Joshi(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardPatrick Ennis(Director)
XVERSE Technology develops large language models (including the long-context XVERSE-Long-256K) and 3D content generation and rendering technologies, offering products such as an AI interactive reading app and immersive 3D experiences for uses like virtual house viewing, tourism, and marketing.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechGamingShenzhen, CN
Forrest Yao(Founder)
Addi is a buy-now-pay-later platform that provides installment credit to consumers in Colombia, enabling purchases at physical stores and online merchants without traditional credit requirements.
Fintech
Santiago Suárez(Founder & CEO)
BigCommerce is a cloud-based ecommerce platform that enables merchants and retailers to build and manage online stores.
Cloud ComputingE-commerceEnterprise SoftwareRetail TechSaaSAustin, US
Austin, US
Robert Alvarez(Executive Officer)Lawrence Bohn(Director)Steven Murray(Director)Lorrie Norrington(Director)Wadih Machaalani(Director)Tim Schulz(Executive Officer)
Bitsight provides a cyber risk intelligence platform that monitors entities across the internet to identify vulnerabilities and emerging threats in real time.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareCambridge, US
Nagarjuna Venna(Executive Officer, Director)Shaun McConnon(Executive Officer, Director)Robert T Turner(Executive Officer, Director)Venky Ganesan(Director)Brendan Hanningan(Director)David Aronoff(Director)
Bowery Farming uses controlled environment agriculture to grow fresh produce locally in urban centers.
AgTechFoodTech<UNKNOWN>, US
Irving Fain(CEO & Founder)Christopher Livingston(Executive Officer)Andy Wheeler(Director)Darren Thompson(Executive Officer)Sara Robling(Director)Hans Tung(Director)
Brightwheel provides software tools for early education centers and teachers, helping them spend more time with students and engage parents in child development while supporting small business operations in the early education sector.
EdTechHR TechSaaS
Dave Vasen(Founder)
Browserbase provides a browser automation platform that enables AI agents to interact with websites reliably, handling authentication, navigation, and complex actions to automate web-based workflows and data collection.
AI & Machine LearningDeveloper Tools
Convex provides a sales and revenue platform for commercial services businesses, offering property-based intelligence and applications to help teams plan, target, and engage sales opportunities.
Enterprise SoftwarePropTechSaaSSales TechSan Francisco, US
Blake Meulmester(Founder/COO)in
Crosschq provides a platform that delivers data-driven insights throughout the hiring process to help talent leaders optimize recruitment efficiency and hiring outcomes.
AI & Machine LearningHR TechSaaSDanville, US
Mike Fitzsimmons(CEO)Pete Goettner(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardGlenn Solomon(Director)
San Francisco, US
Jean-Francois Clavier(Director)Brian Cho(Director)Hubert Thieblot(Executive Officer, Director)Matthieu Baret(Director)Christian Thieblot(Director)
BoardHans Tung(Director)
Divvy Homes offers a rent-to-own platform that allows prospective homebuyers to build equity while renting, with the option to purchase the property later.
FintechPropTech
Alex Klarfeld(Cofounder)
DraftKings operates a multi-product gaming platform offering online sportsbooks, daily fantasy sports, and casino games to consumers across desktop, mobile apps, and retail locations.
GamingMarketplacesSports TechBoston, US
Electric provides IT management and security software designed for small and medium-sized businesses to manage their IT environments in-house.
CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareSaaSNew York, US
Ryan Denehy(CEO)Yotam
Tray.ai is an integration and automation platform that solution providers and consultancies use to build custom workflows and automations for their enterprise customers.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Rich WaldronAlistair RussellDominic Lewis
Autonomous sourcing platform using AI to streamline procurement and competitive bidding.
Tarek Alaruri(Cofounder)
Fal provides fast inference for generative AI models, particularly for image and video generation tasks like SDXL and Whisper.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingCreator EconomyDeveloper ToolsSan Francisco, US
Gorkem Yurtseven(Founder & CEO)inBurkay Gur(Founder)in
BoardSteve Jang(Director)Jennifer Li(Director)Glenn Solomon(Director)
Function of Beauty creates customized haircare and beauty products tailored to individual customer specifications using proprietary algorithms and naturally-derived formulas.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceWellness & FitnessNew York City, US
Zahir Dossa(Founder/CEO)inHien Kaplan(Founder/Chief Scientist)inJoshua Maciejewski(Founder/COO)in
Torq is a security orchestration platform that automates phishing investigation and response workflows by connecting email security tools, SIEM systems, threat intelligence platforms, and endpoint tools.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Jokr is an on-demand grocery delivery app operating in Brazil that delivers fresh products, local brands, and groceries to customers within minutes or at scheduled times.
AI & Machine LearningE-commerceLogistics & Supply ChainSão Paulo, BR
Orca provides a cloud security platform that identifies, prioritizes, and remediates risks across cloud infrastructure and AI systems.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingCybersecurity
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures · 21
as of Nov 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GGV Capital IXLPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Los Angeles City Employees' Retirement System, Orange County Employees Retirement System +2 more | 2024 | — | — | 1.37x | 0.00x |
| GGV Capital IX PlusLPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Los Angeles City Employees' Retirement System, Orange County Employees Retirement System +1 more | 2023 | — | — | 1.46x | 0.00x |
| GGV Capital Plus VIIILPs: Employees' Retirement System of Rhode Island | 2021 | — | 3.7% | 1.10x | 0.00x |
| GGV Capital VIII Plus, LPLPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, California State Teachers' Retirement System, Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association +6 more | 2020 | — | — | 1.09x | 0.00x |
| GGV Capital VIII, LPLPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, California State Teachers' Retirement System, Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association +6 more | 2020 | — | — | 1.06x | 0.00x |
| GGV VIIILPs: The Regents of the University of California | 2020 | — | 2.0% | 1.06x | 0.02x |
| GGV VIII PlusLPs: The Regents of the University of California | 2020 | — | 3.7% | 1.10x | 0.00x |
| GGV Capital VIIrLPs: Orange County Employees Retirement System | 2019 | — | 1.8% | 1.10x | 0.05x |
| GGV Capital VII L.P.LPs: Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association, Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, California State Teachers' Retirement System +7 more | 2018 | — | — | 1.11x | 0.05x |
| GGV Capital VII Plus L.P.LPs: Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association, Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, California State Teachers' Retirement System +7 more | 2018 | — | — | 1.23x | 0.11x |
| GGV VIILPs: The Regents of the University of California | 2018 | — | 2.1% | 1.11x | 0.05x |
| GGV VII PlusLPs: The Regents of the University of California | 2018 | — | 4.1% | 1.23x | 0.11x |
| GGV Capital VI Plus, L.P.LPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association, California State Teachers' Retirement System +3 more | 2017 | — | 15.0% | 1.86x | 1.30x |
| GGV Capital VI, L.P.LPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association, California State Teachers' Retirement System +3 more | 2016 | — | 7.1% | 1.54x | 0.64x |
| GGV Capital SelectLPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, California State Teachers' Retirement System | 2015 | — | 3.2% | 1.23x | 0.95x |
| GGV Capital V L.P.LPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association, California State Teachers' Retirement System +2 more | 2014 | — | 24.0% | 5.00x | 2.92x |
| GGV VLPs: The Regents of the University of California | 2014 | — | 24.2% | 5.00x | 2.83x |
| GGV Capital IV, L.P.LPs: California State Teachers' Retirement System, Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association +1 more | 2012 | — | 8.3% | 1.70x | 1.66x |
| GGV IVLPs: The Regents of the University of California | 2011 | — | 8.3% | 1.73x | 1.68x |
| GGV IIILPs: The Regents of the University of California | 2006 | — | 18.6% | 2.71x | 2.67x |
| GGV IILPs: The Regents of the University of California | 2004 | — | 6.2% | 1.63x | 1.55x |
Source: public limited-partner disclosures (CalPERS, CalSTRS). Net IRR / TVPI / DPI as reported by the limited partner; a fund's early-year IRR is an interim estimate (J-curve).
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does GGV Capital invest at?
- GGV Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What is GGV Capital's typical check size?
- GGV Capital typically writes checks of $5M – $50M.
- What sectors does GGV Capital focus on?
- GGV Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Enterprise Software, SaaS, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is GGV Capital located?
- GGV Capital is headquartered in Menlo Park, US.
- Does GGV Capital lead rounds?
- Yes, GGV Capital leads investment rounds.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamBuilding Notable Capital (fka GGV Capital): Insights from Glenn Solomon - YouTube
Turpentine VC · Glenn Solomon
Jeff Richards of GGV Capital on Finding Growth in the Current Market Malaise - YouTube
Howard Lindzon · Jeff Richards
Tailwinds of Disruption with GGV Capital’s Jeff Richards - YouTube
RiskReversal Media · Jeff Richards
Outlier People Create Outlier Returns: A Conversation with GGV Capital's Jeff Richards - YouTube
RiskReversal Media · Jeff Richards
GGV Capital’s Jenny Lee Rises As One Of The World’s Best Venture Capital - YouTube
Business News · Jenny Lee
Of Markets and Megatrends: A Conversation with GGV Capital's Jeff Richards - YouTube
RiskReversal Media · Jeff Richards
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