Natalie Poston

Natalie Poston has a strong background in communications and investment. Natalie is currently a Co-Founder at JoyLet since March 2021. Prior to that, they worked as an Associate at StepStone Group from September 2021 to April 2022, specializing in private equity and venture capital. Before that, they were an Associate at Greenspring Associates from January 2020 to April 2022, where they conducted investment diligence and chaired the Greenspring Impact Fund.

In 2020, Natalie worked as a Fellow at Beyond The Billion, where they supported business development, marketing, and community partnerships. Prior to that, they held the role of Senior Account Supervisor at Zeno Group from June 2018 to June 2019, managing accounts for clients such as Starbucks and State Farm. Natalie also has experience as a Principal (Senior Account Supervisor / Account Supervisor) at Hill+Knowlton Strategies, where they worked on integrated marketing teams for clients including P&G and Mizkan America.

In 2014, Natalie was a Senior Account Executive at Ketchum, where they managed accounts for clients like Kleenex and Cottonelle, while also securing media placements in top-tier outlets. Prior to that, they held various positions at Ketchum, including Account Executive, where they executed media relations campaigns, and Assistant Account Executive.

Natalie has also been actively involved with non-profit organizations, serving as a Board Member and Communications Co-chair at Friends of Chicago Animal Care and Control from June 2013 to February 2015. In addition, they have volunteered with animal-related causes.

Natalie began their career in public relations at GolinHarris, where they worked as an Associate, securing media placements for clients like Slim-Fast and Magnum Ice Cream. Natalie also had a brand marketing internship at Ketchum Public Relations, where they secured media placements for Serta and Silk.

Overall, Natalie Poston has a diverse range of experience in communications, investment, and non-profit work, showcasing their skills in strategic planning, relationship management, and media relations.

Natalie Poston holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Advertising from Michigan State University, which they completed between the years 2006 and 2010. Natalie went on to pursue further education and obtained a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management, with a Certificate in Sustainable Business, from Georgetown University McDonough School of Business. Natalie completed this degree between the years 2019 and 2021.