Kirsten Connell

Partner at Octopus Ventures

Kirsten Connell is an experienced investor and mentor with a strong focus on supporting innovative startups and reducing gender disparities in technology. Currently, Kirsten serves as an Investor for the First Cheque Fund at Octopus Ventures, specializing in high-potential sectors such as health, fintech, deep tech, consumer, and B2B software. Additionally, Kirsten is an Angel Investor with Alma Angels, advocating for female-founded startups. Previous roles include Managing Director at CyLon and General Manager at Seedcamp, where significant growth occurred in the number of investments. Kirsten also contributed as a Mentor at HutZero and held senior positions at E-Synergy Ltd, alongside serving as a Board Member for Capital for Enterprise.

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