"Sequoia Capital is a solid choice; they are a top-tier venture capital firm here in Silicon Valley."
"You know? A lot of emerging companies lean on their reputation when they go public."
"For investors, seeing a company about to list that's backed by Sequoia Capital or KeyPoint Ventures."
"They'll actively subscribe to the company's initial stock offering because tales of these top venture firms' returns have been told in the American stock market for many years."
Dean walked and talked on the phone; he was on a call with David and the others.
Moritz had persuaded David and Yang Zhiyuan, but because of Dean's involvement, they needed to consult his opinion.
How coincidental, right?
So naturally, Dean gave them positive feedback, as he had just verbally agreed with Valentine.
"The company's departmental structure can take pointers from Sequoia's suggestions, including some of the executives—they have the right connections."