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Deborah Rice
Chief Operating Officer at PRELUDE INVESTMENTS
Deborah Rice has over 15 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Administrative Manager, Head of People Ops, Chief of Staff, and in Human Resources, supporting top-level executives in dynamic and complex environments. She is known for her initiative, flexibility, and ability to thrive in fast-paced settings.
With a high level of emotional intelligence and a well-developed sense of humor, Deborah is a dedicated and diligent professional with a methodical and meticulous work approach. She excels as a team player, a right-hand partner handling complex demands and managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
Specializing in a wide range of administrative functions, including office management, purchasing, accounts payable/receivable, payroll administration, benefits administration, human resources, compliance, recruiting, sourcing, and event coordination, Deborah offers over 15 years of expertise in coordinating Board of Director meetings and start-up compliance and operations.
Throughout her career, Deborah has held key positions at organizations like PRELUDE INVESTMENTS LLC, OnwardUS, Blockchain, and Moovweb, among others. She has also provided executive assistance, operations, recruiting, and HR support to various Silicon Valley companies, showcasing her versatility and adaptability.
Deborah Rice's professional journey includes roles as an Executive Assistant supporting top industry leaders like Nicholas E. Brathwaite, Arjun Gupta, and Jennifer Gill Roberts. Her experience extends across companies like Oracle, Stormy Brooke Productions, and Riverwood Capital LLC/Aptina Imaging, where she managed various aspects of office operations and executive assistance.
Known for her skills in diverse areas such as operations management, event coordination, compliance, executive support, and HR, Deborah Rice is a master planner with a passion for working with start-ups, getting them compliant and operational, and providing unparalleled all-in-one assistance to executives.