Rohini Chakravarthy

Overview

Rohini Chakravarthy is a seasoned venture capitalist with over two decades of experience in the field. She currently serves as the Managing Partner at NewBuild Venture Capital, a Silicon Valley-based firm specializing in early-stage investments in supply chain and enterprise software companies. Her expertise spans various sectors, including AI, infrastructure software, data, networking, wireless, semiconductors, and photonics. Prior to founding NewBuild, Rohini held significant roles at NGP Capital, NEA, and Intel Capital, where she was instrumental in guiding numerous companies through exponential growth, successful acquisitions, and IPOs. Her portfolio includes notable companies such as Coda (now Superhuman), Springpath, and Luxtera (both acquired by Cisco), as well as IPOs of Fusion IO and Aquantia. Rohini's investment strategy is characterized by a collaborative approach, focusing on early-stage founders who are building companies in the application and infrastructure software within the supply chain sector. She emphasizes identifying potential successes and actively shares her knowledge and networks to support portfolio companies. Her deep technical background, combined with her extensive experience in venture capital, enables her to provide valuable guidance to entrepreneurs navigating complex technological landscapes. Beyond her professional endeavors, Rohini is committed to alumni engagement and philanthropic activities. She has served on the board of the IIT Madras Foundation and is currently on the board of the MIT Club of Northern California. Additionally, she is a member of Indiaspora, a community platform aimed at shaping successful US-India relations. Her dedication to supporting women in technology is evident through her involvement with organizations such as Neythri Futures Fund and FirstBoard.io, which focus on empowering women in their career, board, and philanthropic journeys.

Investment Focus

• Early-stage companies in supply chain and enterprise software sectors
• Innovative solutions leveraging AI and data
• Strong founding teams with a clear vision and execution capability

Portfolio Companies