Isabella Mandis

Isabella Mandis is a dedicated advocate for increasing female representation in venture capital. She founded Girls Into VC, a global organization with over 8,000 members across 60 countries, aimed at empowering young women to enter the VC industry through resources, mentorship, programs, and events. Her initiative directly addresses the significant gender disparities in venture capital funding and leadership. girlsintovc+4

Isabella demonstrates a strong aptitude for technology and entrepreneurship, evident in her academic pursuits in Computer Science and Statistics at Harvard. She has gained practical experience through internships at various startups, including Retro, and as an Engineering Fellow at Kleiner Perkins. Her interests lie particularly in AI, consumer tech, edtech, vertical SaaS, and data science. hbs+2

As an emerging leader in the venture capital space, Isabella has held significant roles early in her career. She was the first undergraduate Investment Partner at The MBA Fund and is an Incoming Summer Analyst at Bessemer Venture Partners (2025). She has also been recognized as a Kleiner Perkins Fellow and an NEA Fellow, highlighting her early impact and potential in the VC ecosystem. hbs+3