NEA Elevates Madison Faulkner & Mustafa Neemuchwala to Partner

Global venture capital firm New Enterprise Associates, Inc. (NEA) has announced the promotions of Madison Faulkner and Mustafa Neemuchwala to Partner, recognizing their significant contributions to the firm's technology investing practice. Faulkner, based in Menlo Park, specializes in early-stage investments in data, infrastructure, developer tools, and AI, while Neemuchwala, based in New York, focuses on AI, cybersecurity, and infrastructure across all stages. Both have been praised for their technical expertise, strong relationships in the innovation ecosystem, and their embodiment of NEA's core values. Additionally, NEA has welcomed Hui Cheng as a Principal on the healthcare team and made several Senior Associate appointments, further strengthening its investment team.

Madison Faulkner's background includes roles at Costanoa Ventures, Thrasio, Greycroft, and Facebook, with a focus on data science and machine learning. Mustafa Neemuchwala previously advised on significant technology M&A transactions at Qatalyst Partners, bringing a wealth of experience in deep tech and cybersecurity. Their promotions underscore NEA's commitment to fostering talent and driving innovation in the technology and healthcare sectors. With over $27 billion in assets under management, NEA continues to be a leading force in venture capital, supporting entrepreneurs from seed stage through IPO.