Mayfield Fund

Mayfield partners with founders from day zero who see limitless possibilities where others see constraints. Drawing on our 55-year legacy of company building and people-first philosophy, we bring founder-to-founder expertise because we've built and scaled companies ourselves. We don't just write checks - founders say our unwavering commitment sets

Portfolio
5 companies
Tracked Valuation
$6B
Companies Valued
3 of 5
Location
Menlo Park, California, United States
Founded
1969
Team size
83

Investment focus

Mayfield Fund's portfolio on More Capital spans enterprise software, healthcare & biotech, semiconductors & hardware, cybersecurity. The firm is based in Menlo Park, California, United States. Of the 5 portfolio companies tracked here, 3 have publicly reported valuations totaling approximately $6B.

If your company is backed by Mayfield Fund

Employees at companies backed by Mayfield Fund may encounter this fund's name on their cap table, in board communications, or in funding announcements. Understanding who invests in your employer can provide useful context when evaluating your equity.

What this means for your stock

Institutional investors like Mayfield Fund typically hold preferred shares with rights that differ from the common stock or options held by employees. In a liquidity event, preferred shareholders may have liquidation preferences, anti-dilution protections, or board-level governance rights that affect the value of common equity. The specific terms depend on each company's funding agreements.

Secondary market considerations

Some venture-backed companies allow employees to sell shares on secondary markets, while others restrict transfers. Whether your company permits secondary sales, and under what conditions, is typically governed by the company's equity plan and any applicable right-of-first-refusal provisions — not by the fund itself. However, the presence of institutional investors can sometimes signal the maturity and governance structure of the company.

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Mayfield Fund portfolio companies

5 companies tracked on More Capital, sorted by reported valuation. 2 companies do not have a publicly reported valuation.

Top holdings by valuation

By sector

Enterprise Software (2)

Healthcare & Biotech (1)

Semiconductors & Hardware (1)

Cybersecurity (1)

Industries invested in

Frequent co-investors

Funds that most frequently co-invest alongside Mayfield Fund in the same companies.

Last verified: 2026-05-28

Portfolio data compiled from public filings, press releases, and industry databases. Valuations are reported figures and may not reflect current market conditions. Not investment advice. Consult a qualified advisor before making financial decisions.