Arean V.

Arean V. is a seasoned technology leader and mentor with extensive experience in various roles across multiple organizations. Currently serving as a Mentor at Venture Out Startups and Galvanize Inc., Arean also holds significant positions at OfferUp as Co-Founder, Strategic Advisor, and Board Member. Past experience includes mentoring roles at Founder Institute and Female Founders Alliance, as well as advisory positions for Pogo Rides and Blok24, Inc. Notably, Arean has a strong background in technology and product management, having held leadership roles such as CTO at Konnects, Inc., where contributions included architecting scalable platforms and leading engineering teams. A track record of successful project execution and innovative solutions in various tech environments complements an educational foundation with degrees from University of Washington, Ferris State University, Saxion University of Applied Sciences, and Aarhus University.