Wendy Heilbut

Wendy Heilbut is an accomplished attorney and angel investor with a strong background in both legal counsel and investment advising.

With a focus on innovative growth advisement, Wendy bridges the gap between traditional law and entrepreneurial ventures, providing expert guidance to early stage and high growth companies.

As the founder of Heilbut LLP, Wendy specializes in managing trademark portfolios, cross-border strategies, and intellectual property direction for companies of all sizes.

Her legal expertise includes serving as outside general counsel for visionary companies like Rebecca Minkoff's Female Founder Collective, Refinery29, and Ankura Consulting Group, among others.

Beyond her legal practice, Wendy is an active angel investor with 37 Angels and has mentored startups through accelerators such as Monarq Incubator, WeWork/Labs, and Backstage Capital.

Wendy's educational background includes a JD from American University Washington College of Law and a BA in Comparative Literature from Indiana University Bloomington.

She has held various roles in organizations including Founder at Heilbut LLP, Advisor at RecSpot, and Board Member at Eagle's Nest Foundation, showcasing her leadership and commitment to community engagement.

Throughout her career, Wendy has demonstrated excellence in legal strategy, intellectual property management, and investment advisory, making her a respected figure in the legal and entrepreneurial spheres.