Hatim Shafique

Overview

Hatim Shafique serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Databricks, a company specializing in data analytics and artificial intelligence solutions. He joined Databricks in 2017, bringing over 14 years of experience in enterprise software and customer operations. Prior to Databricks, Hatim was the Chief Customer Officer and Senior Vice President of Technical Operations at AppDynamics, where he played a pivotal role in scaling the company from a startup to a market leader valued at $3.7 billion before its acquisition by Cisco. He holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Southern California. In addition to his executive role, Hatim is an active angel investor based in San Francisco, California. His investment focus spans various sectors, including enterprise software, data science, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, big data, machine learning, information technology, software, open source, productivity software, data warehousing, fintech, data management, developer tools, media and entertainment, and Android. He has made investments in companies such as Apollo and Meteor, demonstrating a commitment to supporting innovative startups across these industries. Hatim's dual role as a senior executive and angel investor reflects his deep engagement in the technology sector, combining operational leadership with a passion for fostering emerging companies. His extensive background in enterprise software and customer operations, coupled with his investment activities, positions him as a significant figure in the tech community, contributing to both the strategic direction of Databricks and the growth of nascent enterprises through his investments.

Investment Focus

• Innovative technology solutions
• Scalable business models
• Strong management teams
• Clear market differentiation
• Potential for significant growth

Portfolio Companies