Hem Suri

Trailblazer
DISC Type : ID

Founder & Managing Partner at Spark Growth Ventures

San Diego, California, United States

Overview

Hem Suri is the Founder and Managing Partner of Spark Growth Ventures, an early to mid-stage technology VC firm. With two decades of experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and board member, he focuses on hands-on support for founders. People who have worked with him often describe him as hands-on, authentic, caring, and collaborative.

He is passionate about supporting budding entrepreneurs and is heavily involved with incubators in Southern California. His personal interests include the environment, equality, education for underprivileged children, reading, and traveling.

Unique fact: Hem is a contributor to two published books, "A Survival Guide for Startups in the Era of Tech Giants" and "Break the MBA Admissions Barrier. "

Personality Overview

Friendly But Fast

Values Relationships

Informal

They do not mind taking risks and can make hard decisions, if necessary.  They are more likely to be open to unproven but exciting technologies. They respond better to a combination of speed and relationship.

Topics They Care About

Founder Mentorship
His passion is “rolling-up his sleeves” to help founders create and execute 360⁰ strategies, as stated in his professional bio and backed by multiple recommendations.
Venture Capital
As the Founder and Managing Partner of Spark Growth Ventures, he is deeply involved in the VC ecosystem, frequently speaking on fundraising and venture trends.
San Diego Tech Scene
Recognized as one of San Diego's 500 Most Influential People, he actively speaks about the city's emergence as a top-tier tech hub.

Media Appearances

Hem has no verified media appearances

Work History

8-2020
Founder & Managing Partner at Spark Growth Ventures
7-2025
Board of Directors at Astra Holding Group
8-2024
Board Observer at Astra Holding Group
6-2025
Follow-on at AssetWatch®
2-2024
Investor at AssetWatch®

Education

2007 - 2009
MBA from Harvard Business School
2001 - 2003
MS from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Insights For Selling To Hem

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them visualize the impact of their decision
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too
  • Give them control of the sales process

DONT's

  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach
  • Don't make any commitments that you might not be able to fulfill

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Hem is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Hem

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Hem move?

  • If you earn their trust and they develop faith in the product, they can make decisions quickly.
  • Can Hem take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Hem

Personality Compatibility


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