Lisha Bell

Lisha Bell is a trailblazer in the tech industry, with a passion for building financial products that empower marginalized communities. She traces her roots back to her great grandfather who helped connect the south to the West through railroads. Her journey from domestic helpers to becoming a tech entrepreneur reflects her family's legacy of resilience and ambition.

After being the first in her family to graduate from college at the University of Southern California, Lisha ventured into the .com era and kickstarted her career in San Francisco. She has a wealth of experience in creating digital financial solutions such as online banking, bill pay, and digital wallets for various companies, ranging from large corporations to innovative startups. Her track record includes leading global teams, launching new products, and enhancing existing technologies.

With over two decades in the tech sector, Lisha has honed her focus on empowering underserved communities by developing and investing in products tailored to their needs. She is dedicated to bridging the financial gap and promoting inclusive prosperity while championing human values and cultural appreciation. Lisha's ultimate goal is to create a better future for her daughter and generations to come.

Lisha Bell holds multiple degrees, including an MBA from Columbia Business School, an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley's Haas School of Business, and a B.S. in Business Administration with a focus on Information Systems from USC Marshall School of Business. Additionally, she completed the Black Corporate Board Readiness Program at Santa Clara University.

Throughout her career, Lisha has held key roles in renowned organizations such as PayPal, where she served as Head of Economic Opportunity Fund, BLXVC as a Co-Founder, and CNote as an Angel Investor. Her diverse professional journey also includes positions at Babson College, Feedzai, and various roles at Wells Fargo, where she contributed as a Senior Product Manager, Business Initiatives Manager, Director of Product, among others.

Beyond her corporate engagements, Lisha Bell has been involved in initiatives like the Black Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Program at Babson College and the Deal Flow Lead at Pipeline Angels, showcasing her commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in entrepreneurship and investments.