Abby Pucker

Abby Pucker is a seasoned professional with a diverse work experience. Abby is currently the Creator & Founder of GERTIE, a role they have held since 2020. Prior to that, they were the Head of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships and Director of Business Development at MWM from 2018 to 2019. During that same time, they were also a Board Observer at Breakwater Studios Ltd. From 2017 to 2019, they were an Advisor, Director of Strategic Expansion, and Strategic Expansion Lead at Catalyte. From 2015 to 2016, they were a Marketing and Business Development Consultant at Breakwater Studios Ltd., where they marketed the feature documentary "Rwanda & Juliet" to potential buyers, distributors and partners, and worked closely with the CEO to determine high level go-forward marketing and distribution strategies. During this time, they also evaluated and advised on convertible note seed funding rounds. From 2016 to 2017, they were Special Projects and Partnerships at Sotheby's and a Project Manager at Hyatt Hotels Corporation. From 2015 to 2016, they were Brand Development and Communications Coordinator at Irene Neuwirth Inc. and an Assistant to the Head of the Fine Art Department and Assistant to the Creative Director and Head of Strategy for the Brand Studio at United Talent Agency.

Abby Pucker attended Columbia University from 2010 to 2014, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Middle East South Asian and African Studies. Abby then attended Boğaziçi University in 2014, where they earned a Bachelor's Degree in History.