Ilse Calderon

Ilse Calderon is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in venture capital and business operations. Currently serving as Chief of Staff to the CTO at Forge since June 2024, Ilse also holds the position of Principal at OVO Fund, contributing since December 2017, where the focus is on investing in early-stage, non-capital intensive start-ups. Ilse's portfolio includes roles as a Forbes Contributor, Scout at Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Business Operations at Mos, where significant projects involved launching financial products and initiatives. Previous experience encompasses positions at Silicon Valley Bank and Signia Venture Partners, alongside leadership roles in organizations like Stanford Sigma Eta Pi and Stanford Student Enterprises, which managed substantial assets. Ilse Calderon earned a Bachelor of Science in Science, Technology, and Society from Stanford University.