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Maranda Manning
People & Ops at TripleBlind
Maranda Manning has an extensive background in working with startups, starting as an Associate for the Techstars Kansas City Program in 2015 and later becoming a Coordinator for the same program in 2016.
She gained valuable experience in running day-to-day operations for startup programs and ensuring the success of portfolio companies during their time in the Techstars program, which fueled her passion for the startup industry.
In 2016, Maranda transitioned to the position of Director of Marketing at a Kansas City-based startup called SquareOffs, where she operated as an early employee and the sole member of the Marketing Department, actively contributing to the company's success.
In early 2018, she joined Firebrand as an Associate, where she has been an integral part of the team for over two years, taking on diverse responsibilities such as assisting portfolio companies, identifying new deal opportunities, engaging with startup communities nationwide, and more.
Maranda Manning holds a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from The University of Kansas.
Her previous roles include VP People & Operations and Chief of Staff at TripleBlind, Principal at Firebrand Ventures, Guest Lecturer at UMKC Henry W. Bloch School of Management, Director of Marketing at SquareOffs, Coordinator at Techstars, Account Manager at ThinkViral LLC, and Associate at Techstars.
