Hana Yang
About Hana Yang
Hana Yang is the CXO and Co-Founder of an early-stage venture-backed crowdfunding startup, known for her leadership in the Women In Venture initiative and co-authoring a pioneering book on angel investing from a women's perspective.
Title and Professional Roles
Hana Yang serves as the Chief Experience Officer (CXO) and is a co-founder of her current company. Previously, she held the position of Managing Director at First Republic Bank, where she was a key player in the Venture & Technology vertical. Hana Yang has demonstrated her leadership abilities through a series of significant roles in the venture capital and fintech sectors.
Education and Expertise
Hana Yang has a robust educational background, having obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from the University of California, Berkeley, followed by a Master of Science (MS) from Columbia University. Further enriching her expertise, she completed the prestigious Kauffman Fellows venture program, where she was part of Class 20. These academic credentials underpin her extensive knowledge and proficiency in venture capital and technology.
Background in Venture Capital
Before her current role, Hana Yang was the Managing Director at First Republic Bank in the Venture & Technology vertical. Her experience in this role involved working with startups and venture-backed companies, providing financial advisory and lending services. She has a deep understanding of the nexus between finance and technology, enabling her to effectively support and guide emerging ventures.
Initiatives and Advocacy
Hana Yang founded and led the Women In Venture (WIV) initiative. This program focuses on supporting and empowering women in the venture capital industry. Through WIV, Hana has been instrumental in advocating for greater gender diversity and inclusion within the venture capital ecosystem, providing resources and networks to aspiring female investors and entrepreneurs.
Published Work
Hana Yang is a co-author of the first angel investing book written from a women's perspective. This publication aims to offer insights and guidance specifically for women looking to engage in angel investing. By contributing to this book, Hana has helped to democratize knowledge and encourage more women to participate in early-stage investing.