Morgan Hitzig

Morgan Hitzig is an investor and operator at Venrock, where she focuses on technology companies that engage significantly with the public sector, particularly in areas related to national security, public safety, and critical infrastructure. She has a robust background in operations and growth strategy, having previously served as Head of Growth at Peregrine Technologies, which specializes in data integration for government agencies.

Before her tenure at Peregrine, Hitzig was the Senior Director of Global Operations and Strategic Partnerships at Dataminr. Her experience also includes a notable role as a senior analyst in the NYPD's Counterterrorism Bureau, where she advised top officials on terrorism and cyber-related issues. Additionally, she has worked in finance at Bank of America, in journalism at CNN, and in consulting at the Scowcroft Group.

Hitzig holds a B.A. in International Studies and an M.A. in Strategic Studies and International Economics from Johns Hopkins University. She is also an Officer in the United States Navy Reserve, having completed overseas tours in the Middle East and Asia. Beyond her professional roles, she serves on the Board of Councilors at the Atlantic Council, a think tank focused on international affairs.12