Lydia Fayal is a seasoned professional with a diverse background spanning entrepreneurship, law, business development, marketing, and global partnerships. She founded a venture-backed startup while pursuing her education at Penn Law / Wharton, and is a New York Bar Exam passer. Lydia's accolades include participation in YCombinator IK12 and being named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in 2015. She has held significant roles such as COO at Microsoft-acquired SaaS company Chalkup and led Business Development & Marketing at OneSignal before joining OpenTable in January 2021 as the Director of Global Partnerships. In addition to her professional achievements, Lydia is an avid sailor and a playful companion to her Australian Shepherd, 'Indy'. Known for her problem-solving skills and a strong belief in making a positive impact, Lydia embodies the values of being useful, honorable, and compassionate.