2 investors at Defy.vc, based in Los Angeles, CA with $400M under management.
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Partner, Seed, Defy.vc
Neil Sequeira co-designed Defy's distinctive "Sage" model where experienced operators like Brian Lee and Sujal Patel receive fund-level economics in exchange for hands-on executive involvement with portfolio companies, reflecting his belief that early founders benefit most from active multi-time operators rather than traditional advisors. He deliberately keeps Defy "right-sized" and resists the typical venture growth path of bigger funds and larger checks, choosing instead to stay lean so he can maintain close founder relationships and continue writing true early-stage checks.
Founder & Partner, Defy.vc
Neil Sequeira co-designed Defy's distinctive "Sage" model where experienced operators like Brian Lee and Sujal Patel receive fund-level economics in exchange for hands-on executive involvement with portfolio companies, reflecting his belief that early founders benefit most from active multi-time operators rather than traditional advisors. He deliberately keeps Defy "right-sized" and resists the typical venture growth path of bigger funds and larger checks, choosing instead to stay lean so he can maintain close founder relationships and continue writing true early-stage checks.
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