Vanessa Asapokhai
About Vanessa Asapokhai
Vanessa Asapokhai serves as the President of The Women’s Network, where she focuses on empowering women in professional environments. She has a background in finance and leadership, with experience at various organizations including JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Bank of America.
Work at The Women's Network
Vanessa Asapokhai holds the position of President at The Women’s Network, a role she has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, she focuses on empowering women in professional environments. Additionally, she serves as Vice President of Events, a position she has held since 2020. Her leadership within the organization emphasizes the importance of community and support among women in the workforce.
Education and Expertise
Vanessa Asapokhai is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in law, history, and society, alongside human and organizational development at Vanderbilt University. She has been enrolled at the university from 2020 to 2024. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in organizational dynamics and social issues, which she applies in her leadership roles.
Professional Experience
Prior to her current roles, Vanessa Asapokhai gained experience in various organizations. She worked at Bank of America for one month in 2021 as part of the Careers Launchpad Diversity & Inclusion Forum. She also served as a Financial Services Intern at the Tennessee Valley Authority for seven months in 2022. Additionally, she has worked at LBMC in Talent Development for one month in 2020. Currently, she is an Incoming Summer Analyst at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and a Career Prep Fellow at Management Leadership for Tomorrow.
Leadership Roles and Involvement
In addition to her role at The Women’s Network, Vanessa Asapokhai serves as Treasurer of the Black Student Association at Vanderbilt University. This position allows her to engage with and support the student community, further demonstrating her commitment to leadership and advocacy for underrepresented groups.
High School Education
Vanessa Asapokhai completed her high school education at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy, where she earned her High School Diploma from 2016 to 2020. This foundational education set the stage for her subsequent academic and professional pursuits.