Description
Mayfield is a top‑tier early‑stage venture capital firm founded in 1969 and based in Silicon Valley. The firm invests in founder‑led technology companies across enterprise software, AI, fintech, healthcare, consumer, and deep tech, with a strong emphasis on company‑building from the earliest stages.
Mayfield is known for its long‑term partnership approach, often backing founders at Seed and continuing through multiple growth rounds.
Eligibility
• Venture‑backable technology startups
• Strong founding teams with ambitious, scalable visions
• Typically some level of product validation or early customer traction
• Companies raising institutional Seed, Series A, or Series B round
Process
Sourcing: Warm introductions, founder referrals, ecosystem relationships
Evaluation: Founder quality, vision, market size, product differentiation, early traction
Investment: Lead or co‑lead Seed and Series A rounds
Support: Board participation, recruiting, go‑to‑market strategy, follow‑on fundraising
Follow‑on: Significant capital reserved for Series B and beyond
What an Applicant can Obtain
✔ $1M–$10M+ in institutional venture capital
✔ Long‑term capital partner from Seed through growth stages
✔ Deep operational and strategic support
✔ Access to top‑tier talent, customers, and co‑investors
✔ Strong signaling in future fundraising rounds
