Michelle Elston

Michelle Elston is an experienced professional currently serving as the Executive Assistant to the co-founders at Apollo GraphQL. With over fifteen years in operations and administration, she has a strong background in the venture capital and private equity sectors. Prior to her role at Apollo GraphQL, she worked for Tenaya Capital, where she was promoted to Vice President of Administration after a decade of service. In this capacity, she managed various operational tasks, including project management and talent acquisition.12

Elston holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she studied French, Art History, and Education. Her career began in San Francisco's financial district, where she initially worked as a receptionist before quickly advancing to an executive assistant role due to her efficiency and dedication.2 Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, yoga, and spending time with her family and pets.2