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Victoria Kennard has a diverse and extensive work experience. Victoria is currently serving as the Director of Operations at Plural, an early-stage investment fund with a focus on technology. In this role, they oversee all operational and non-investing functions of the company.

Prior to this, Victoria worked as an Advisor and Mentor at FemTech Lab, Europe's first FemTech-focused accelerator. Here, they assisted startups in the female health and wellness space to bring their products to market and raise capital.

Victoria also worked as a Consultant and Advisor at Tiny Supercomputer Investment Company, providing their expertise in a consultancy capacity.

Victoria has also held multiple roles at 500 Startups, a global venture capital seed fund. Victoria served as the Executive Director of Global Strategic Operations, Director of Strategic Operations, and General Counsel. Their responsibilities included managing operations, providing strategic guidance, and overseeing legal matters.

Before joining 500 Startups, Victoria was a Business Development Manager at Catcha Group, an international investment firm focused on new media and e-commerce businesses. Their role involved investment, business development, and legal responsibilities.

Victoria began their career as an Associate at Baker & McKenzie, a global law firm, specializing in investment funds, private equity, and corporate law. Victoria worked in their London, Hong Kong, and Kuala Lumpur offices, advising international clients on various cross-border investment funds and corporate matters.

Overall, Victoria Kennard has a strong background in investment, business development, legal, and operational roles, with a particular focus on the technology and investment sectors.

Victoria Kennard completed their education at the University of Oxford from 2004 to 2007, where they obtained an MA in Modern History. Victoria then attended the College of Law from 2007 to 2009, earning a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.). In addition to their formal education, Victoria has also obtained certifications in "Foundations of Coaching" from New Ventures West and "Venture Capital Unlocked" from the Stanford Center for Professional Development, both in the year 2020.