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Rajiv Bala

Rajiv Bala

Venture capitalist and entrepreneur focused on Texas B2B software

rajivbala
Austin, Texas
Joined August 2025
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Rajiv Bala is a seasoned venture capitalist with a strong focus on the Texas B2B software ecosystem. As a General Partner at Clutch VC, he actively invests in and supports pre-seed and seed-stage companies, leveraging his deep understanding of the local market and a hands-on approach to working with founders. firstfunderspod+2
With over a decade of experience at S3 Ventures, where he rose to Principal, Rajiv has been instrumental in growing venture funds and fostering early-stage companies. His background in electrical engineering and marketing at Texas Instruments provides him with both technical and business acumen, which he applies to his investment strategies. businesstoday+1
Rajiv is a firm believer in the entrepreneurial potential of Texas, particularly Austin, and has observed its significant growth as a startup hub. He emphasizes operational involvement in portfolio companies and believes in the value of founders having a strong understanding of both technical and business aspects. firstfunderspod+1

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is one of the best venture capitalists they've worked with.

Feb 4, 2026

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RBRajiv Bala
is one of the most well-connected founders in the Austin startup scene.

Jan 27, 2026

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to get plugged into Austin’s entrepreneurial community.

Jan 9, 2026