Neil Shen
Neil Shen
Neil Shen is a highly renowned and successful business personality who has made a remarkable contribution to the field of technology and investment. He is a Partner at Sequoia Capital, where he heads the firm's operations related to the Chinese market. With extensive experience in investment management and corporate strategy, Neil has played a notable role in nurturing some of the world's most innovative companies. His expertise lies in identifying disruptive businesses and supporting them through different stages of growth. Neil is a graduate of Jiao Tong University and holds a Ph.D. in engineering from the University of California, Berkeley.
Throughout his career, Neil Shen has found success in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Before joining Sequoia Capital in 2005, he founded CTRIP - a leading provider of online travel and related services. He also served as the Chairman and CEO of the popular Chinese social network, Homeinns.com. With a deep understanding of the tech industry, Neil has helped many companies achieve their full potential. Under his leadership, Sequoia Capital has invested in a range of well-known companies, including JD.com, Meituan-Dianping, and Toutiao to name a few.
In addition to his work, Neil Shen is heavily involved in philanthropy. He was one of the earliest signatories of The Giving Pledge - a commitment by the world's wealthiest individuals to donate a majority of their wealth towards good causes. In partnership with his wife, Shen also co-founded the Sequoia Capital China Charity Foundation. The foundation has supported various initiatives to improve education and healthcare in rural China.