Laura McGinnis

Laura McGinnis is a Principal at Balderton Capital, a venture capital firm based in London. She joined Balderton's investment team in 2022.1 Here are some key details about Laura's background and experience:

Professional Experience

Laura has over 10 years of operating experience in various industries:

• Balderton Capital: Currently works as a VC Investor, focusing on consumer, e-commerce enablement, climate, energy, and cybersecurity investments.2
• The Wing: Served as Director of Retail and E-Commerce.12
• Away: Held positions as Director of Product Marketing & Strategy and Director of Apparel Strategy.2
• H&M: Headed the US women's e-commerce business, focusing on buying, inventory control, and product marketing.12

Education and Early Career

• MBA from INSEAD.2
• B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis.1
• Fulbright Scholar in Uruguay, where she founded Girls Score Goals, a sports-education startup for underserved schools.12

Interests and Skills

• Passionate about youth education and wealth equity.1
• Worked as an early consultant for The Fifteen Percent Pledge, a non-profit organization supporting Black-owned businesses.12
• Speaks Spanish, paints, and occasionally performs improv comedy.1

Laura's diverse background in retail, e-commerce, and startups, combined with her international experience and MBA, has positioned her well for her current role in venture capital at Balderton.12