Marielle Ednalino

Principal

2024

Collaborated closely with 7 Managing Partners to effectively monitor and sustain a portfolio of $45M in assets and investments. Fostered strong partnerships with ecosystem colleagues, portfolio founders, SMEs, and stakeholder investors to drive value and success. Demonstrated exceptional leadership by spearheading the sourcing and successful financing of 2 startup investments, totaling $2M in capital. Recognized for performance and promoted from Associate to Senior Associate within 1 year. • Serve as a Board Director or Observer for 15 portfolio companies, providing strategic advice on operations, financing, and strategy. (Companies listed above) • Contribute to increasing the firm's awareness of market trends and investment opportunities through in-depth research and writing. Authored 5 comprehensive market reports on emerging industries, including gaming, AI, Web3, AR/VR, edtech, and others. These reports provide valuable insights and analyses that better inform investment decisions and position the firm ahead of the rapidly evolving market landscape. • Developed a strong track record of taking initiative for sourcing and analyzing over 50+ investment opportunities. Led the strongest opportunities through various stages of sourcing, such as due diligence, attending presentations, preparing company reports and recommendations, and liaising with various stakeholders such as co-investors, legal counsel, and more. • Create and evaluate comprehensive financial models, cap tables, and financial reports to facilitate data-driven decision-making and ensure the continued success of the firm's Fund. • Established a centralized repository for the firm on Notion, to systematically organize and manage all data related to investments, portfolio companies, potential investments, and financial analysis. • Expand deal flow and enhance firm brand awareness through strategic networking and collaborations with influential industry leaders.

Senior Associate

2021 - 2024

Associate

2020 - 2021

President / Board Member

2022

Currently serving as the President of the Board and on the executive committee, as well as the finance, strategic, development, and investment board committees for a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing services and advocacy for women and girls in San Francisco. • Provide strategic guidance and advice on budgeting, financial forecasting, operations, and investing to support the organization's mission and goals. Contribute to critical decision-making processes, leveraging financial expertise and NGO experience to advance the nonprofit's mission.

Founding Executive Director

2018

Founded and currently leading a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of women leaders by providing education and training to minority girls on becoming female founders. Equipping them with essential skills in computer science, design ideation, as well as business and financial acumen. • Designed the educational program and successfully incorporated and launched the company within a tight timeframe of fewer than 3 months. • Effectively manage a diverse 5-person team across programming, fundraising, creative, and more, driving alignment and empowering consensus across functions. • Design and deploy business plans and analysis to strategically drive outreach, location expansion, and secure sponsorships/grants with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). • Raised $250K in donations from private individuals and foundations. • Initiated and led partnerships with notable organizations such as Sony, the Oakland A’s, TIDE Academy, Fremont Senior High, East Bay Community Energy, Saint Francis High School, National Center for Women in Technology, College Track, and others. • Expanded brand awareness to the surrounding community by successfully organizing and leading 3 public events, each with 50+ attendees. Garnered a strong organic following of 600+ followers across various social media platforms.

Venture Associate

2019 - 2020

As part of a $75M global fund, conducted thorough evaluation and tracking of portfolio companies. Led modeling, financial analysis, and strategic valuation efforts. Prepared presentations and reports for Managing Partners, providing critical insights and recommendations. • Drove increased awareness of market trends and investment opportunities by conducting in-depth research and writing comprehensive market reports, contributing to informed decision-making by the firm.

Venture Fellow

2019 - 2019

Unearthed and sourced exceptional women, black, and brown founders who are addressing the world's most pressing challenges. Conducted analysis on over 50 tech startups across the nation, managing deal-flows and engaging with subject matter experts. • Provided coaching and collaborative support to emerging entrepreneurs, developing insights to help them succeed. Delivered comprehensive analytical reports on emerging technologies and markets to inform strategic decision-making. • Cultivated a strong network of peers, mentors, and business partners to foster meaningful connections and collaborations within the industry.