Norwest Venture Partners

Norwest Venture Partners is a global technology venture capital firm founded in 1961 and based in California. It invests across venture and growth stages in the United States, India, Israel, and other markets, targeting software, cloud and IT infrastructure, information services, enterprise software and services, financial services, consumer products and healthcare. The firm backs entrepreneurs with capital plus an extensive network and operating experience to help scale their businesses. Since its inception it has backed hundreds of companies and manages a multi-billion-dollar portfolio, deploying capital in seed to growth rounds and across sectors that drive technology-enabled growth. Norwest emphasizes building lasting relationships with founders and mentoring teams through strategic guidance and market access to accelerate expansion and scale globally.

Mohammad Abbas

Investor

Robert Abbott

Partner

Ehi Akhirome

Investor

Bayan Alizadeh

Investor

Gal Amran

Investor

Robert Arditi

General Partner

Tiba Aynechi Ph.D

General Partner

Parker Barrile

Partner

Lauren Beauchamp

Vice President

Scott Beechuk

Partner

Katie Belding

Partner, Portfolio Services

Kurt Betcher

Administrative Partner

Laura Boyd

Principal

Yoni Braun

Vice President

Stew Campbell

Partner

Shiv Chaudhary

Managing Director

Priti Youssef Choksi

Partner

Nathan Cohen

Vice President

Jeff Crowe

Managing Partner

Matthew De Dominicis

Partner and CFO

Ran Ding

Partner

Philip Fleischman

Vice President

Anubha Goyal

Investor, Norwest India

Ken Graham

Investor

Aidan Greenstein

Investor

Guillermo Grimaldo

Investor

John Gu

Principal

Promod Haque

Managing Partner

Garrett Hardesty

Investor

Ryan Harris

General Partner

Matthew Howard

Managing Partner

Sean Jacobsohn

Partner

Trey Jennings

Associate

Krish Kapadia

Vice President

Sameer Kapur

Vice President, Growth Equity

Nikhil Kookada

Vice President

Jon Kossow

Managing Partner

Parul Laddha

Investor, Norwest India

Jordan Leites

Associate

Sam Lesser

Investor

Sonia Li

Associate

Brian Matesic

Investor

Ryan Mcdonald

Principal

Cassie McHenry

Investor

JP McKeever

Investor

John McNeil

Investor

Scott Mitchell

Principal

Brian Moon

Investor

Dror Nahumi

General Partner

Michelle Nie

Investor

Ginny Pan

Investor

Connor Pike

Principal, Growth Equity

Ankit Prasad

Vice President

Irem Rami

Principal

Ashwin Ravi

Associate

David Rudnitsky

Principal and CRO Operating Executive

Gabrielle Rush

Investor

Samuel Saldarriaga

Investor

Umang Sanghvi

Investor, Norwest India

Zack Scott MD

General Partner

Christopher Scullin

Vice President

Suraj Shah

Investor

Chris Sondej

Vice President

Gabe Stauber

Associate

Laurie Tennant

Principal, People Advisory

Matthew Uthupan

Investor

Sanchana Vasikaran

Associate

Kathryn Weinmann

Vice President

Lisa Wu

Partner

Jessica Yi

Vice President

Edward Yip

Partner

Michael Zarian

Investor

Justin Zhang

Investor

David Zilberman

General Partner

Dave Zilberman

General Partner

Casper de Clercq

General Partner

Past deals in Construction

BuildVision

Series A in 2025
BuildVision is a company that specializes in construction procurement solutions. It has developed a platform aimed at automating repetitive tasks and enhancing communications within the construction industry. The platform includes features such as a comprehensive tracking tool, a partner network for sourcing materials and equipment, and real-time cost analysis and budget monitoring. By facilitating more efficient procurement processes, BuildVision helps businesses streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency in managing construction projects. The company's focus on data-driven insights and collaboration with suppliers further strengthens its position in the market.

ICON

Series C in 2025
ICON is a construction technologies company that focuses on revolutionizing homebuilding through the use of 3D printing, robotics, software, and advanced materials. The company specializes in constructing single-story, mid-size homes, particularly in developing countries, allowing for faster and more cost-effective building compared to traditional methods. By leveraging innovative technologies, ICON aims to address the housing needs of underserved communities, streamlining the construction process for engineers and builders alike.

Ummeed Housing Finance

Series F in 2024
Ummeed Housing Finance Private Limited is a housing finance company based in Gurugram, India, established in 2016. The company specializes in providing home loans and loans against property specifically tailored for lower and middle-income families in India, many of whom have limited access to organized financial services. By focusing on customers with informal incomes, Ummeed Housing Finance aims to bridge the gap in affordable housing finance. Its services include home loans, loans for construction, home renovation, and insurance options, all designed to enhance operational efficiency and reduce turnaround times. The company leverages technology to deliver personalized and accessible financial solutions, thereby supporting the aspirations of low and middle-income households in securing affordable housing.

ediphi

Series A in 2024
Ediphi is a developer of a cloud-based estimating software designed to enhance preconstruction processes and facilitate informed decision-making. The platform centralizes procurement and specializes in both conceptual and detailed cost estimating, providing clients with a comprehensive understanding of project costs and financial viability. By offering contextual insights and various options for cost exploration, Ediphi enables users to navigate the complexities of project planning efficiently, from the initial ideation phase to the commencement of construction.

xpedeon

Series A in 2022
Xpedeon is a software company that specializes in providing integrated solutions tailored for the construction industry. By collaborating with major players in the sector, Xpedeon has developed an enterprise resource planning suite designed to meet the unique needs of building contractors, civil engineering firms, specialist contractors, and housebuilders. The company's software focuses on enhancing digital transformation within the construction and engineering industries, aiming to increase profitability and maximize margins for its users. Xpedeon stands out in the market by offering a comprehensive range of functionalities within a single solution, enabling construction businesses to drive efficiency and effectively scale their operations in a dynamic environment.

Ummeed Housing Finance

Venture Round in 2021
Ummeed Housing Finance Private Limited is a housing finance company based in Gurugram, India, established in 2016. The company specializes in providing home loans and loans against property specifically tailored for lower and middle-income families in India, many of whom have limited access to organized financial services. By focusing on customers with informal incomes, Ummeed Housing Finance aims to bridge the gap in affordable housing finance. Its services include home loans, loans for construction, home renovation, and insurance options, all designed to enhance operational efficiency and reduce turnaround times. The company leverages technology to deliver personalized and accessible financial solutions, thereby supporting the aspirations of low and middle-income households in securing affordable housing.

Ummeed Housing Finance

Series E in 2021
Ummeed Housing Finance Private Limited is a housing finance company based in Gurugram, India, established in 2016. The company specializes in providing home loans and loans against property specifically tailored for lower and middle-income families in India, many of whom have limited access to organized financial services. By focusing on customers with informal incomes, Ummeed Housing Finance aims to bridge the gap in affordable housing finance. Its services include home loans, loans for construction, home renovation, and insurance options, all designed to enhance operational efficiency and reduce turnaround times. The company leverages technology to deliver personalized and accessible financial solutions, thereby supporting the aspirations of low and middle-income households in securing affordable housing.

ICON

Series B in 2021
ICON is a construction technologies company that focuses on revolutionizing homebuilding through the use of 3D printing, robotics, software, and advanced materials. The company specializes in constructing single-story, mid-size homes, particularly in developing countries, allowing for faster and more cost-effective building compared to traditional methods. By leveraging innovative technologies, ICON aims to address the housing needs of underserved communities, streamlining the construction process for engineers and builders alike.

Abodu

Series A in 2021
Abodu designs and manufactures prefabricated backyard homes that are built offsite and installed in homeowner backyards. The modular units are intended as vacation homes, guest accommodations, or additional living space, featuring a weathered wood-clad exterior and a sheet-metal gabled roof, with a one-bedroom layout that includes a bathroom, an open-plan living and dining area, and a galley kitchen. By simplifying permitting and construction, Abodu aims to provide affordable, easy-to-install housing that can be rented out as backyard accommodations.
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