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Deep Nishar
Product Strategist. Investor. Entrepreneur.
Dipchand "Deep" Nishar is a prominent figure in the technology and venture capital industry, currently serving as Managing Director and Member of the Management Committee at General Catalyst.13 Here's an overview of his background and career:
Professional Experience
General Catalyst: Deep Nishar joined General Catalyst in January 2022 as Managing Director.3 In this role, he focuses on investing in companies that drive positive change, supporting founders from seed to growth stage and beyond.3
Previous Roles:
- Senior Managing Partner at SoftBank Investment Advisers (2015-2021)3
- Senior Vice President of Products & User Experience at LinkedIn (2009-2014)3
- Senior Director of Products at Google (2003-2009)3
- Founder & Vice President of Products at Patkai Networks (1999-2001)3
Education
- MBA from Harvard Business School (graduated as Baker Scholar)2
- M.S.E.E. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign2
- B. Tech (Honors) from Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur3
Expertise and Achievements
Deep Nishar has over 20 years of experience in building and growing software and internet businesses.2 He has led investments in various sectors, including:
At SoftBank, he led 36 investments resulting in 10 IPOs and 3 M&A deals.3 He has also co-authored 14 patents and received the Google Founders Award for his contributions to the company.2
Board Positions and Teaching
Nishar has served on the boards of several companies and organizations, including:
He also lectured at Stanford University from 2015 to 2018, teaching a course on Product Management Fundamentals for graduate students in engineering.3
Deep Nishar's extensive experience in technology, product development, and investment makes him a valuable asset in his current role at General Catalyst, where he continues to support and guide innovative companies and entrepreneurs.
