
Apoorv Agrawal
Partner at Altimeter Capital, investing in AI and software
Palo Alto, California
Joined February 2026
Summary
Apoorv Agrawal is a prominent investor specializing in AI and software, currently serving as a Partner at Altimeter Capital. He has been instrumental in leading investments in major AI companies like OpenAI, Glean, and Parloa, and has a track record of backing other significant tech firms. raisesummit+2
His investment philosophy is deeply informed by his early career as a Forward Deployed Engineer at Palantir Technologies, where he gained hands-on experience in large-scale commercial deployments and go-to-market strategies. This background provides him with a unique, technically grounded perspective on evaluating high-growth technology investments, especially in enterprise AI and SaaS. raisesummit+2
Agrawal is a thought leader in the technology and investment space, frequently sharing his insights on the business of technology through his Substack, 'Apoorv's notes,' and participating in industry events and interviews, often discussing topics like AI supercycles and venture capital dynamics. apoorv03+2
Apoorv holds a strong academic background with a degree in Computer Science from the National University of Singapore and an MBA from Stanford University, indicating a blend of technical expertise and business acumen. raisesummit+2
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Enjoys long rides, neighborhood runs, and swims in preparation for triathlons. raisesummit
Notes
JCJulien Caperssaid
AAApoorv Agrawal
is someone with a standout academic and professional pedigree, combining a top university background with real leadership impact in unicorn tech environments.Oct 23, 2025