I learned early in life that my natural love of making connections became even more interesting when I understood complex topics from the inside. At Brown University, I pursued simultaneous degrees in computer science and economics so I could grasp how digital innovation arises from the marriage of business and technology. After that, I joined a boutique investment banking firm, where I worked on deals involving Pandora, TiVO, and Shutterfly.

I then pivoted into operations with Plaid, a fintech infrastructure startup, to learn how new products are inspired, created, developed, and brought to market. There, I worked on developing a capital allocation strategy, evaluating M&A opportunities, and raising capital to fund the company’s growth. As I’ve come to realize, it’s hard to understand just how difficult it is to scale a company until you do it – and people are by far the most critical factor for success.

Now, with General Catalyst, I’m part of the fintech team, exploring how digitizing money can increase efficiency for SMBs, help modernize emerging economies, and unleash entrepreneurial energy across industries. I believe that all fintech companies will face tremendous change in the coming years, and the winners will be those who create the most value for all stakeholders in their ecosystems.

Outside the office, I’ve become an avid pickleball player, but when I’m not on the court, I enjoy hiking or relaxing with a good book or movie.