Selene Casabal-Cruz

Selene Casabal-Cruz is an early-stage technology investor and Scout at Sequoia Capital, operating within the broader venture capital ecosystem to identify high-potential investment opportunities. In her current capacity, she is primarily responsible for sourcing promising founders and recommending strategic early-stage deals directly to the firm. Her primary sector focus encompasses artificial intelligence, enterprise software, and various emerging technologies that require foundational capital and strategic support. Utilizing her specialized domain expertise in startup scouting and tech talent identification, Casabal-Cruz evaluates nascent companies to determine their viability for institutional venture backing. By actively monitoring the technology landscape for emerging trends, she plays a critical role in building the firm's pipeline of prospective portfolio companies. Her current professional focus remains dedicated to discovering and supporting innovative technology founders as they navigate the critical early stages of enterprise development.