Victoria Pettibone
About Victoria Pettibone
Victoria Pettibone serves as the Chief Investment Officer at Astia Angels, where she has been a member since 2013. She has a strong background in women's empowerment and has held various leadership roles, including Managing Director and Managing Partner at Astia Fund.
Current Role at Astia
Victoria Pettibone serves as the Chief Investment Officer at Astia, a position she has held since 2022. In addition to her role as Chief Investment Officer, she is also a Managing Partner at Astia Fund, a role she has occupied since 2021. Her involvement with Astia began in 2013 when she joined as a Member, contributing to the organization's mission to support women entrepreneurs.
Previous Experience at Astia
Prior to her current roles, Victoria Pettibone was the Managing Director at Astia from 2013 to 2022. During her nine years in this position, she played a crucial role in guiding the organization's initiatives and strategies in the Greater New York City Area, focusing on investment opportunities that empower women-led businesses.
Educational Background
Victoria Pettibone has an extensive educational background. She studied at Stanford University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from 1993 to 1997. She later attended Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), achieving a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she studied abroad at Sarah Lawrence College in Paris, France, in 1995 and has been involved in studies related to international training in Cameroon, Africa, since 1996.
Awards and Recognition
Victoria Pettibone has received several awards for her contributions to women's and girls' empowerment. She was awarded The Avon Hello Tomorrow Fund Award for her work in the entertainment field and The Harlequin More Than Words Award for her advocacy efforts. Furthermore, she has been recognized as one of '25 Visionaries Changing the World' by UTNE Reader magazine and featured in Women's Health Magazine as an 'Action Figure' for her impactful initiatives.
Advisory Role at Oberon Securities
In addition to her work at Astia, Victoria Pettibone has served as an Advisor at Oberon Securities, LLC since 2017. In this role, she provides strategic guidance and insights, leveraging her extensive experience in investment and women's empowerment to influence decision-making within the firm.