Marian Pond

SoftBank's Marian Pond is a seasoned Director of Executive Talent, who collaborates with Vision Fund portfolio companies in the US and globally. She has an extensive background in executive search, corporate banking & finance law, and M&A, making her an excellent fit for SoftBank's investing in high growth consumer and enterprise tech companies.

Before joining SoftBank, Marian worked as Vice President of Executive Talent at Lightspeed Venture Partner and as an attorney with a specialty in corporate (M&A) and banking & finance law. She holds a Bachelor of Laws and Arts, with First Class Honours, from Bond University in Australia, and a Master of Laws (LL.M) degree, specializing in Securities & Financial Regulation, with Distinction Honors from Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, DC.

Marian's professional experience also includes internships at the International Centre for Terrorism at Potomac Institute for Policy Studies and positions with reputable law firms Johnson Winter & Slattery, Ashurst, and Allens Linklaters. She is a seasoned, experienced professional who brings a wealth of skills to the tech and finance industries.