Bridget Rusk

Bridget Rusk is a seasoned business development professional with extensive experience in partnerships and leadership across various industries. Currently serving as the Business Development & Partnerships fractional leader at Manifest Financial and as the Founder of With Friends, Bridget drives growth and strategic impact for startups. Previously, Bridget held key roles at Linktree, where the focus was on strategizing and scaling product partnerships, and at Rakuten Viber as the Business Development Director, leading growth initiatives for one of the largest messaging platforms. Experience also includes significant contributions to the World Surf League, Secret Sounds, Universal Music Group, Peer Group Media, and IMG, demonstrating a strong track record in cultivating partnerships and driving revenue growth. Bridget holds a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Arts from Griffith University and a WSET Level 3 Award in Wine.