B. V. Jagadeesh

Overview

B. V. Jagadeesh is a seasoned Silicon Valley entrepreneur and angel investor specializing in enterprise software and cloud infrastructure. He is the Managing Partner at KAAJ Ventures, focusing on investments in the United States and India. His portfolio includes successful companies such as Nutanix, Yodlee, Arkin, ElasticBox, NetMagic Solutions, Ocarina Networks, and Ankeena. Prior to founding KAAJ Ventures, Jagadeesh was the founding investor and CEO of NetScaler, which pioneered application delivery and was acquired by Citrix for $325 million. He also co-founded Exodus Communications in 1993, a leader in internet data centers, and played a key role in its successful IPO in 1998. Jagadeesh's investment strategy centers on early-stage technology companies, particularly in the enterprise software and cloud infrastructure sectors. He typically leads seed and pre-seed rounds, providing both capital and strategic guidance to help startups scale and succeed. His geographical focus spans the United States and India, reflecting his commitment to fostering innovation in these regions. Beyond his professional endeavors, Jagadeesh is actively involved in philanthropic activities. He serves on the boards of several non-profit organizations, including the UVCE Foundation, which provides scholarships to deserving students, and Akshaya Patra, which delivers mid-day meals to over 1.6 million children daily. Additionally, he is an adjunct faculty member at the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University, contributing to the development of future business leaders.