Annie Shapiro is an accomplished professional with over a decade of experience in the thriving NYC startup ecosystem. With a focus on FinTech and B2B SaaS, she has held several high-level marketing and communication roles in leading companies such as LearnVest and Namely, working her way up from an intern position. She was one of the first employees at LearnVest, where she actively contributed to the growth of the startup and witnessed it being acquired by Northwestern Mutual. At Namely, Annie played a pivotal role in driving content, press, and product marketing initiatives. Annie's experience has empowered her to venture into venture capital, where she is now a VP, Platform at Inspired Capital, supporting an impressive portfolio of tech companies. Annie studied AB at Princeton University and SF University High School, where she honed the skills and expertise that have made her an asset in the tech industry.