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Yelena Reznikova
BD and Partnerships at Brex
Yelena Reznikova is a seasoned business development professional currently serving as the Senior Director of Business Development at Brex, a financial technology company. Based in Washington, D.C., she has been with Brex since February 2022, where she focuses on defining product vision, identifying strategic partners, negotiating agreements, and launching go-to-market strategies to foster mutual growth with partners.1
Professional Background
Before her role at Brex, Yelena held significant positions in various organizations:
- Director of Partnerships at Quovo and Plaid: Here, she managed relationships with key financial institutions and facilitated seamless payment and lending experiences through account connectivity.1
- Venture Associate at Indicator Ventures: She worked with early-stage startups focusing on digital efficiencies.1
- Product Management at Troops: She contributed to developing an AI assistant for sales teams.1
Education
Yelena earned her MBA from Harvard Business School (2015-2017) and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Labor Relations from Cornell University.1
Community Engagement
In addition to her professional endeavors, Yelena is passionate about increasing inclusivity in the tech industry. She volunteers with organizations that connect technologists to non-profits and has led pro bono projects aimed at enhancing accessibility for underrepresented talent in tech.1
Languages
She is proficient in Russian (native) and has limited working proficiency in French.1
Yelena's expertise lies at the intersection of product development and partnerships, making her a versatile leader in the fintech landscape.
