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About
Gertie Williams is a Partner at New Enterprise Associates (NEA), one of the world's largest venture capital firms. In her current role, she is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and managing investments, with a particular focus on early to growth-stage technology companies. Williams is pivotal in guiding portfolio companies on strategy, growth, and market expansion within the highly competitive technology sector.
She brings a robust academic background, holding a Master’s degree in Economics from the University of London and a Bachelor’s degree in International Accounting from the National University of Singapore. Her expertise lies in the intersection of finance and technology, leveraging her analytical skills to identify high-potential opportunities in sectors such as software, fintech, and digital infrastructure.
Prior to joining NEA in 2021, Williams developed a reputation for strong cross-border investment acumen and disciplined portfolio oversight. As a leader at NEA, she has contributed to the firm’s record of successful exits and its reputation for fostering innovation-driven companies that shape the future of global business.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Enterprise Associates (NEA) | Partner | Jul 2021 to Present | Facilitate business growth and superior customer experience, overseeing diverse and growing functions including risk and fraud management, middle and back office operations (e.g., transfer agents, bro... |
Education
University of London
Master's degree, Economics
National University of Singapore
Bachelor's degree, International accountant
Others at Nea Management Company, LLC (40)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Miami, FL , United States | |
| Partner | CA , United States | |
| Principal | New York, NY , United States | |
| Partner | Bethesda, MD , United States | |
| Principal | New York, NY , United States | |
| Senior Investment Manager | Menlo Park, CA , United States | |
| Partner | New York, NY , United States | |
| General Partner | Jupiter, FL , United States | |
| Chairman, CEO and Chief Investment Officer | United States | |
| Partner | Philadelphia, PA , United States |