Promod Haque is a venture capitalist at Norwest Venture Partners with over 20 years at the firm and a track record of 60+ investments generating over $40B in exit value, having been repeatedly recognized by Forbes among the top venture capitalists globally. He has been actively investing in India-related opportunities since the early 2000s and is known for his focus on capital efficiency and sustainable growth rather than chasing high valuations, often emphasizing realistic valuations and strong unit economics.

• Strong conviction in the API economy and enterprise digital transformation, specifically how companies can leverage mobile infrastructure and application ecosystems to drive business. He frequently highlights thought leadership pieces that urge executives to prioritize these technologies, such as sharing an article on why CEOs and boards should explicitly demand API adoption.
• Deep interest in modernizing healthcare through cloud-based SaaS platforms and big data analytics. His feed shows consistent support for companies like CareCloud and Health Catalyst, particularly regarding their ability to improve physician care, manage electronic health records in the cloud, and solve complex data problems within the industry.
• Appetite for deep tech and hardware innovations, ranging from semiconductor advancements to the commercial space race. He actively tracks the progress of companies like Brite Semiconductor and Skybox Imaging, specifically pointing out the intersection of high-resolution satellite imagery with big data analytics.
• Prioritizes cybersecurity solutions that protect enterprises against next-generation threats. He often showcases the achievements of portfolio companies like FireEye, noting their disruption of the security landscape and celebrating recognition for their founders and new threat protection platforms.
• Celebrates significant operational milestones and exit events, valuing clear indicators of commercial maturity. He frequently posts about portfolio companies achieving IPOs, securing acquisitions by major tech giants like Google, or making strategic C-suite hires, such as when Cyan appointed a new CFO or when companies land on growth watch lists.