Kate Connolly

Kate Connolly is currently the Chief of Staff at Plural, a venture capital firm based in London that focuses on supporting ambitious founders in technology. She has held this position since October 2022, following her tenure at DeepMind, where she served as Executive Assistant to the Chief Business Officer and in various roles supporting the CEO and COO from 2018 to 2022.12

Professional Background

• Chief of Staff, Plural (October 2022 - Present)
• Executive Assistant to Chief Business Officer, DeepMind (February 2020 - October 2022)
• Executive Assistant, Office of the CEO, DeepMind (April 2018 - February 2020)
• Interim Executive Assistant to Chief Operating Officer, DeepMind (May 2018 - October 2018)
• Executive Assistant to Co-founders / Internal Communications, TransferWise (August 2015 - April 2018)
• Assistant to Founding Partner & Managing Director, Blue Rubicon (July 2010 - July 2015)
• PR & Events Assistant, Defected Records (May 2009 - October 2009)
• PR & Events Manager, Dick's Tea Bar - Val d'Isere (November 2008 - April 2009)

Role at Plural

At Plural, Connolly plays a crucial role in the firm's operations and strategic initiatives. Plural is known for its unique approach to venture capital, emphasizing direct involvement with founders and fostering a collaborative environment without traditional investment committees.23

Connolly's extensive experience in high-level administrative roles within tech companies positions her well for this leadership role, where she contributes to shaping the firm's culture and operational efficiency.13