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Michael DeSantis

Michael DeSantis

Unclaimed
Managing Director, Insight PartnersInsight PartnersNew York, NY

Current Firm

Insight Partners

Focus

AI, Cybersecurity

About Michael DeSantis

Michael DeSantis is a Managing Director at Insight Partners, a leading venture capital firm focused on identifying and scaling transformative technology companies. With expertise spanning artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, fintech, digital health, and emerging technology sectors, DeSantis brings a strategic investment perspective to early and growth-stage ventures. At Insight Partners, he leverages deep industry knowledge and a robust network to support founders building solutions that address critical market needs. His investment thesis centers on businesses that combine innovative technology with defensible competitive advantages and strong market dynamics. DeSantis is actively engaged in sourcing, evaluating, and supporting portfolio companies through all stages of development, from initial investment through scaling and exit. His career reflects a commitment to advancing technology-driven innovation across multiple high-growth sectors.

Focus Areas

Investment Stage

Pre-Seed
Seed
Series A
Series B+

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Blair Flicker

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Investment Profile

Michael DeSantis is a Managing Director, Insight Partners at Insight Partners, based in New York, NY.

Michael's investment focus spans AI, Cybersecurity, Fintech, Digital Health, Other, primarily investing at the Series A, Series B+ stages. This specialization allows for deep domain knowledge and strong network effects that benefit portfolio companies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Michael DeSantis?

Michael DeSantis is a Managing Director, Insight Partners at Insight Partners, based in New York, NY. Their investment focus includes AI, Cybersecurity, Fintech.

What does Michael DeSantis invest in?

Michael DeSantis focuses on investments in AI, Cybersecurity, Fintech, Digital Health, Other through Insight Partners. These focus areas reflect their domain expertise and the types of startups they actively seek to back.

What firm is Michael DeSantis at?

Michael DeSantis is currently at Insight Partners, headquartered in New York, NY, serving as Managing Director, Insight Partners.

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