In Memoriam: S. "Soma" Somasegar - Madrona
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- S. Somasegar (1966‑2026) was a senior leader at Microsoft and a leader at Madrona.
- S. Somasegar was widely regarded as a champion of developers and startup founders, fostering ecosystems at both companies.
- Madrona and the broader tech community mourned his death, with colleagues describing the loss as “deeply heartbroken.”
- GeekWire reported his passing, highlighting his influence across the Indian and U.S. tech scenes.
- GulteMicrosoft covered his death, noting his mentorship of Indian senior techies.
Why it matters: Developers and startups lose a key mentor; Microsoft and Madrona lose a strategic advocate for ecosystem growth, affecting mentorship pipelines and partnership initiatives across the industry.
