Maëlle Gavet is the CEO of Techstars, the world’s largest pre-seed investor, with a portfolio spanning thousands of companies across more than 60 countries. Recognised by Fortune, the World Economic Forum, Fast Company, and Time Magazine, she has been acknowledged as a leading voice in the tech industry.
Entrepreneurial from an early age, Maëlle started her first business at sixteen and later founded two more. Her career has taken her through leadership roles at major tech companies, including Ozon, the Priceline Group, and Compass. She also spent several years as a Principal at the Boston Consulting Group, gaining deep insights into global markets and business strategy.
In 2020, she authored Trampled by Unicorns: Big Tech's Empathy Problem and How to Fix It, a book that examines the challenges facing the tech industry today. Now based in New York City, she continues to advocate for a more responsible and empathetic approach to innovation.
Join to hear insights from Maelle Gavet, a renowned leader who has been named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum and featured in Fortune's 40 Under 40 list. As the CEO of Techstars, she will share invaluable lessons on innovation, leadership, and making a significant impact in the tech ecosystem.
