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WndrCo

Beverly Hills, California · Invests in US; MENA · Website

Pre-SeedSeedSeries ASeries BGrowthConsumer Apps & SocialMedia & EntertainmentB2B SaaSAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareDeveloper Tools & InfrastructureSecurity & CybersecurityHealthcare & Digital HealthFintech & PaymentsEdTech

Thesis

WndrCo positions itself as 'the founders behind the founders,' combining strategic capital with deep operational involvement. Unlike traditional VCs, partners take formal operating roles (interim CEO, CFO, CPO) within portfolio companies. This approach leverages the co-founders' proven track record: Sujay Jaswa scaled Dropbox from $18M to $10B as Business Founder/CFO, and Jeffrey Katzenberg transformed Disney Studios and built DreamWorks. The firm invests across all stages through three strategies: Build (acquiring underappreciated tech companies), Venture (leading post-PMF rounds), and Seed (very early checks). Focus areas are Future of Work, Cybersecurity, Developer Infrastructure, and Consumer Technology, with increasing emphasis on AI applications.

Likely not a fit for

WndrCo avoids capital-intensive hardware plays, pure biotech investments outside healthcare digital, founders unwilling to embrace operational partnership, and markets too early to solve. The firm is selective and hands-on, requiring founder coachability and alignment with partner involvement.

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Preferred
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$2.8B
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

7 contacts on file

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Sujay Jaswa

General PartnerFounding Partner · Primary contact

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Prachit Bhike

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Jeffrey Katzenberg

General PartnerFounding Partner

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ChenLi Wang

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Jeffrey Nykun

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Anthony Saleh

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Justin Wexler

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Portfolio

FigmaEnterprise Software

Figma is a powerful, collaborative design tool for teams that allows users to brainstorm, design, and build products together in real-time.

DatabricksDeveloper Tools Infra

Databricks is a leading Data and AI platform that empowers enterprises to build and scale data and AI applications, analytics, and agents. With a unified Data Intelligence Platform, it serves over 20,000 organizations globally, including more than 60% of the Fortune 500.

1PasswordSecurity Cyber

1Password is a leading identity security company that provides modern, accessible solutions for secure sign-ins to applications and websites. Trusted by over 180,000 businesses and millions of consumers, 1Password focuses on enhancing user experience while ensuring privacy and security in the digital landscape.

Get in touchEnterprise Software

Airtable is a cloud-based collaboration platform that combines the simplicity of a spreadsheet with the power of a database. It enables teams to organize their work, automate processes, and collaborate in real-time through customizable workflows and integrations.

Deel

Deel is a global payroll and compliance platform that provides HR solutions for businesses looking to hire and manage remote teams. It offers tools for managing international payroll, compliance, and employee benefits, streamlining the hiring process across borders.

AuraSecurity Cyber

Aura is a rapidly growing online safety solution that offers an all-in-one consumer protection app designed to safeguard individuals and families from identity theft, scams, and online threats. The platform combines device security, scam and fraud protection, child safety alerts, and identity theft protection, all powered by AI for a smart and user-friendly experience.

AbridgeHealthcare Digital

Abridge is a pioneering company leveraging generative AI to enhance clinical conversations, aiming to improve healthcare outcomes for clinicians, nurses, and revenue cycle teams. Their platform transforms healthcare interactions into actionable insights, fostering deeper understanding and efficiency in patient-provider communication.

YassirEcommerce Marketplaces

Yassir is a super app offering ride-hailing, food delivery, and e-commerce services, aiming to provide essential services to users in Africa and its diaspora.

WriterEnterprise Software

Writer is an enterprise AI platform designed for agentic work, offering tools for building and managing AI agents across various business functions.

CursorEnterprise Software

Cursor is an AI-powered coding assistant designed to enhance developer productivity. It provides features such as an editor with AI-assisted coding and a command-line interface, enabling users to streamline their coding processes.

CompanyCamEnterprise Software

CompanyCam provides job site management tools that allow users to take photos, track progress, and collaborate on tasks using AI shortcuts for every phase of a project.

RobinhoodFintech Payments

Robinhood is a financial services company that offers commission-free trading in stocks, options, and cryptocurrencies, aiming to democratize finance for all.

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WndrCo Research Investment Thesis WndrCo, founded in 2016 by Sujay Jaswa (former Dropbox Business Founder and CFO) and Jeffrey Katzenberg (DreamWorks co-founder and former Disney Studios Chairman), positions itself as "the founders behind the founders." The firm uniquely combines strategic capital with hands-on operational involvement, going far beyond typical venture capital to actively build and

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