Kristina Dayback, CMA

Kristina Dayback is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Vector AIS, a premier fund administrator specializing in closed-end alternative investment vehicles. In her role, she leverages her extensive experience in building and leading high-performing back-office teams tailored for private equity and venture capital firms. Her focus is on enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring top-tier service delivery to clients, which is crucial in the competitive landscape of fund administration.

Professional Background

Before joining Vector AIS in July 2023, Kristina co-founded the fund administration practice at Carta, where she played a key role in establishing robust administrative frameworks. She also gained significant experience at VMS Fund Administration, overseeing administration for numerous firms and entities. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with over 1,000 funds of various sizes and investment strategies within the alternative asset management sector.123

Education and Credentials

Kristina holds a Master's degree in Accountancy with a concentration in Fraud and Forensic Accounting from Rider University. She is also a Certified Management Accountant (CMA), which underscores her expertise in financial management and operational leadership.45

Vision and Leadership

As COO, Kristina is committed to optimizing administrative processes to ensure the seamless delivery of timely and accurate client services. Her strategic vision aligns with Vector's goals of operational excellence and client satisfaction, contributing to the firm's reputation as a fully female-led organization in the fund administration industry. She is enthusiastic about addressing the challenges faced by venture capital funds and is eager to provide innovative solutions and exceptional service.23