Jai Das
President and Partner at Sapphire Ventures. He has backed companies like MuleSoft, Square, and Box and has over two decades of investing experience.
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Aug 6, 2025 • 26min
Figma's IPO success is 'a little bit of a meme stock,' says Sapphire Ventures' Jai Das
Jai Das, President and Partner at Sapphire Ventures, shares his insights on Figma's remarkable IPO journey. With a rich history of backing tech giants, he delves into Figma's impressive market debut, which was 40x oversubscribed. Das discusses what this signals about startup exits and the current market climate. He also explores why AI is prioritizing talent over technology and highlights promising sectors like defense tech and SpaceTech, offering a glimpse into the future of investment opportunities.
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Oct 1, 2024 • 49min
Finding Pattern Breakers & Winners from Seed to Growth with Mike Maples and Jai Das
Jai Das, President and Partner at Sapphire Ventures, is a veteran in enterprise investing with a portfolio that includes Box and Square. Mike Maples Jr., co-founder of Floodgate, is a pioneer of seed investing with successes like Twitter and Lyft. They discuss their contrasting focuses in venture capital and the challenges of identifying future winners. The conversation dives into how AI reshapes investment opportunities, the importance of adaptable management teams, and navigating exit strategies in a shifting market.
