Sequoia India & SEA partner with international operators to help startups launch & expand internationally

Sequoia India and Southeast Asia announced the launch of a new programme to connect its portfolio’s early-stage founders with international operators who can assist the startups in expanding to new markets, as the venture firm aggressively scales its offerings in the key regions.

In addition to providing founders with advice, connections, and assistance, the operators will also invest in the startups as part of the Pathfinders programme, according to the storied venture firm. The program’s launch coincides with an increasing number of Indian startups, particularly in the SaaS space, expanding to the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, and other international markets. Startups such as Byju’s, Freshworks, Chargebee, and Clevertap now count the United States and Europe among their most important markets.