MemberEDU: Managing through Layoffs & Shutdowns
The NEVCA is excited to welcome our members to the first MemberEDU of 2024. This virtual session welcomes participants to learn the ins and outs of Managing through Layoffs & Shutdowns.
Our guests will discuss the process of guiding portfolio companies and executives through the challenges of RIFs and other phenomena of capital-constrained environments through the unique perspectives of investor and people ops lead.
Panelist Information:
Maia Heymann, Converge Founder & General Partner
Maia brings insight and deep experience to her role as Converge Founder & General Partner, leveraging her 25 years investing in and financing B2B tech companies. From her days launching BancBoston Ventures’ west coast office in Palo Alto, Maia has spent 20 years in venture, partnering with founders and investing in disruptive tech startups. She has developed industry-leading expertise based on her involvement with over 60 M&A transactions, 7 IPOs, and 25 board/observer roles.
Kathy Breslin, Trux Chief People Officer
Kathy is the Chief People Officer at Trux, she brings a wealth of experience and a passion for cultivating organizational cultures. With a proven track record in people operations, talent management, leadership development, and M&A. Kathy is dedicated to fostering an environment where individuals thrive. She has served in People Operations leadership roles at Maxwell Health, acquired by Sun Life Financial, Enservio acquired by Solera, and Maven Networks acquired by Yahoo.