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Sep 2024
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How Sequoia Capital’s Roelof Botha is fo...

GOLDMAN SACHS
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Sequoia Capital’s Roelof Botha, one of Silicon Valley’s most highly respected investors, discusses his career, Sequoia’s unique culture and investment processes, and how he finds and builds enduring businesses.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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