Courtney Trunk
About Courtney Trunk
Courtney Trunk is a Senior Associate at Motivate Venture Capital, with a background in finance and venture capital. She has held various roles in the industry, including positions at Duff & Phelps and Chicago Ventures, and is actively involved in supporting women in the venture capital ecosystem through All Raise.
Work at Motivate
Courtney Trunk currently serves as a Senior Associate at Motivate Venture Capital, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on investments in the fintech and B2B software sectors. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Associate at Motivate from 2020 to 2023, where she gained valuable experience in venture capital and investment strategies. Her progression from Associate to Senior Associate reflects her growing responsibilities and expertise within the firm.
Previous Experience at Duff & Phelps
Courtney Trunk worked at Duff & Phelps in various roles from 2013 to 2018. She began as an Analyst in the Disputes & Investigations team for one year, followed by a promotion to Senior Associate, where she worked for four years. In 2018, she briefly held the position of Vice President in the same department. Her time at Duff & Phelps provided her with a solid foundation in dispute resolution and investigative analysis.
Education and Expertise
Courtney Trunk holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, where she studied Finance from 2018 to 2020. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing her degree from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she studied International Business at ESCP Business School in 2012. Her educational background equips her with strong analytical and financial skills applicable in her current and previous roles.
Involvement with All Raise
Courtney Trunk has been an active member of the All Raise organization since 2021, contributing to the Chicago Chapter. All Raise is dedicated to supporting and advancing women in the venture capital and startup ecosystem. Through her involvement, she engages with initiatives aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion within the industry, reflecting her commitment to fostering a supportive environment for women in finance and venture capital.
Career Development at Chicago Ventures
Courtney Trunk worked as an MBA VC Associate at Chicago Ventures from 2019 to 2020. In this role, she focused on venture capital investments and gained insights into the startup landscape. This experience further developed her skills in evaluating business models and investment opportunities, contributing to her overall expertise in the venture capital sector.