By Ritu Singh
Publication Date: 2026-05-20 17:00:00
S “Soma” Somasegar, a highly influential Indian-origin technology executive, Microsoft veteran, and venture capitalist died on May 19 at the age of 59. His death was confirmed by Seattle-based venture capital firm Madrona Venture Group, where he had served as managing director for the past 11 years. The firm said he consistently raised expectations professionally and personally through his work as a technologist, executive, and investor.
“We are heartbroken to share that our dear friend and colleague Soma Somasegar passed away unexpectedly earlier today. There is no way to adequately describe Soma’s brilliance and generous spirit. He was unique at every level and raised the bar on what we expected of ourselves professionally and, more importantly, personally. We all loved Soma, as everyone who knew him did,” the tribute read.
Born in Puducherry, Somasegar…
