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Anand Daniel is a distinguished Partner at Accel, a leading global venture capital firm. He is known for his expertise in early-stage technology investments, particularly in the SaaS and enterprise software sectors.
Anand Daniel primarily invests in early-stage technology companies focusing on SaaS (Software-as-a-Service), enterprise software, developer tools, and artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) applications.
Anand Daniel works as a Partner at Accel, a prominent venture capital firm with offices globally, including in the United States, India, and Europe.
Anand Daniel stands as a distinguished Partner at Accel, a globally recognized venture capital firm renowned for its early-stage investments in groundbreaking technology companies. With a career spanning over two decades in the tech and venture capital sectors, Anand Daniel has played a pivotal role in identifying and nurturing some of the most successful startups in the enterprise software and SaaS landscape.
At Accel, Anand Daniel's investment thesis centers around transformative technologies that address critical business needs. His core focus areas include Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), enterprise software, developer tools, and artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) applications. He possesses a keen eye for companies that leverage deep technology to create scalable solutions, empowering businesses across various industries. Anand Daniel is particularly interested in startups that demonstrate strong product-market fit and have the potential to disrupt established markets or create entirely new ones.
Before joining Accel in 2006, Anand Daniel built a robust foundation in product management and engineering. His prior experience includes significant roles at technology giants like Microsoft and Sun Microsystems, where he honed his understanding of software development, product lifecycle, and market dynamics. This hands-on technical background provides him with a unique perspective, enabling him to deeply understand the technological intricacies and market potential of the companies he evaluates. Anand Daniel holds an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business and a B.S. in Computer Science from IIT Madras, further solidifying his blend of technical acumen and business strategy.
Anand Daniel's impressive portfolio at Accel includes investments in several high-profile companies that have achieved significant success. Notable investments include Freshworks, a leading customer engagement software company; BrowserStack, a cloud web and mobile testing platform; Chargebee, a subscription billing and revenue management solution; and Urban Company, a home services marketplace. Other significant contributions include backing companies like Swiggy, Acko, Amagi, Zenoti, and MindTickle, showcasing his diverse investment interests and ability to spot future market leaders. His involvement often extends beyond capital, offering strategic guidance and leveraging Accel's extensive network to help portfolio companies scale.
Through his strategic investments and unwavering support for founders, Anand Daniel continues to shape the future of technology, contributing significantly to the global startup ecosystem. His expertise in identifying and scaling innovative enterprise and SaaS solutions makes him a highly sought-after partner for ambitious entrepreneurs.
Anand Daniel is a Partner at Accel based in Bengaluru, India, where he focuses on early-stage and seed investments across the consumer technology, healthcare, and enterprise software sectors. Prior to joining the venture capital firm in 2010, he worked as an investor at Intel Capital and Flybridge Capital Partners, following an earlier career as an engineer at Intel. He has managed investments in more than twenty companies and helped grow Accel's regional portfolio to over $2 billion in assets under management. His investment track record includes backing major Indian startups such as Swiggy, which launched its initial public offering in November 2024, as well as Spinny, BlackBuck, and Vedantu. Holding an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management, Daniel currently centers his efforts on scaling emerging market startups and sharing operational insights through his SeedToScale platform.
