Tiffany A. Yu, MSc
About Tiffany A. Yu, MSc
Tiffany A. Yu, MSc, is a prominent advocate for disability inclusion and workforce development, currently holding multiple roles including CEO of Diversability® and Venture Partner at Republic.
Professional Roles at Goldman Sachs
Tiffany A. Yu is currently involved with Goldman Sachs as a Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Scholar. She previously worked at Goldman Sachs in Investment Banking from 2009 to 2013 in the Greater New York City Area. Her contributions in these roles signify her expertise and commitment to financial and economic sectors.
Leadership in Disability Advocacy
Tiffany A. Yu is a prominent figure in the disability advocacy space. She is the CEO and Founder of Diversability®, an organization she started in 2009. Tiffany also co-founded the SPM Disability Justice Fund and serves on its Board of Directors. Additionally, she founded the Awesome Foundation Disability Chapter which has awarded $59.5k to 60 projects across 10 countries. Her efforts have earned her accolades such as being inducted into the Susan M. Daniels Disability Mentoring Hall of Fame in 2018.
Public Speaking and Media Features
Tiffany A. Yu is a renowned public speaker, having spoken at prestigious institutions like Harvard and Stanford, as well as global events like the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. Her achievements and viewpoints have been featured in major publications, including Marie Claire, Forbes, The Guardian, and The Wall Street Journal. She has also been recognized by BuzzFeed and the Asian Hustle Network for her influential work.
Educational Background
Tiffany A. Yu holds several academic qualifications. She earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance and Accounting from Georgetown University. She achieved a Master of Science (MS) degree in Social Business and Entrepreneurship from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). Additionally, she completed coursework in Social Impact Strategy at the University of Pennsylvania, Leadership in the Digital Age from MIT Sloan Executive Education, and Full-Stack Web Development with JavaScript from New York Code + Design Academy. She also studied Chinese Studies at Fudan University.
Authorship and Upcoming Publications
Tiffany A. Yu is also an accomplished writer. Her upcoming book, 'The Anti-Ableist Manifesto,' is set to be published by Hachette Go on October 8, 2024. Her writings have been featured in notable outlets such as the World Economic Forum, Fortune Magazine, Business Insider, and Thrive Global. She utilizes her platform to advocate for disability inclusion and share insights on various social impact strategies.