Sevin Rosen Funds

1981

Founded

218

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

Sevin Rosen Funds (SRF) is a venture capital firm established in 1981 by L. J. Sevin and Benjamin M.

Rosen, focusing on early-stage investments in technology companies. With a history spanning over four decades, SRF has been instrumental in pioneering the personal computing revolution and has a legacy of supporting innovative entrepreneurs. The firm has invested in notable companies such as Compaq, Citrix Systems, Electronic Arts, and Silicon Graphics, contributing significantly to the growth of the technology sector.

SRF's investment philosophy centers on identifying transformative technologies with the potential to reshape entire industries, emphasizing future success and longevity. The firm operates with a commitment to honesty and fairness, valuing strong personal relationships in the venture capital landscape. Over the years, SRF has managed multiple funds, with a total of $1.7 billion under management as of 2003.

The firm's offices are located in Dallas, Austin, Palo Alto, and London, reflecting its global reach and dedication to fostering technological innovation.

Portfolio Companies

Compaq, Citrix Systems, Electronic Arts, Silicon Graphics, Ciena, Cytokinetics, Lotus Development Corporation, Cypress Semiconductor, Vitesse Semiconductor, ArQule

Gepgraphic Focus

United States, Global

Key Differentiators

Pioneering the personal computing revolution, Early investments in transformative technologies, Commitment to honesty and fairness in all relationships

Thypical Investment Size

Up to $15 million

Total Funds Raised

$1.7 billion

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Software

SaaS

Consumer

FinTech

Dallas

Pre-Seed

Seed

Series A

Series B

Series C

Series D

United States