Lead Edge Capital

Brian Neider is a Managing Partner at Lead Edge Capital, where he helps oversee the firm's daily operations and serves on its Investment, Disposition, and Management Committees. Before joining Lead Edge in 2012, he worked on the investment teams at FTV Capital and Bessemer Venture Partners, focusing on mid-market growth investments across software, business services, and internet. He holds a B.S. in Economics from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and an M.B.A. in Finance from Columbia Business School.

Dan Lynn is a Partner on Lead Edge Capital's investment team, focusing on the software, internet, and technology-enabled services sectors. Before joining the firm in 2022, he worked on the investment team at Francisco Partners covering enterprise software, and previously held roles at Zuora and McKinsey & Company. He earned a B.A. in Art History from Columbia University.

Evan Skorpen is a Partner at Lead Edge Capital and Portfolio Manager for the firm's Public Equity fund, which he joined in 2018. He previously worked as an investor at ValueAct Capital and held roles at Hellman & Friedman and Bain & Company. He holds an A.B. in Math and Economics from Williams College.

Nathalie Gaveau is Chief Client Officer at Publicis Sapient US and Executive Vice President at Publicis Groupe. An entrepreneur and board member with experience in technology strategy, product development, and organizational scaling, she has built and exited tech ventures and invested in emerging companies across sectors including e-commerce, SaaS, media and advertising, and fintech. She has been recognized by Forbes as a Top 50 Woman in Tech in Europe and speaks at industry events on AI and operational efficiency.

Susan Sobbott is an independent public company director and former Fortune 100 operating executive with experience in B2B financial services, payments, and SaaS. She currently serves on the board of WEX and previously held C-Suite roles at American Express, where she led global businesses serving commercial customers. Her background spans B2B customer strategy, go-to-market execution, organizational scaling, and operating disciplines in regulated environments, with particular focus on translating strategy into growth during periods of strategic change.

Aaron Darr is a Principal on Lead Edge Capital's investment team, where he leads sourcing and diligence of growth-stage technology businesses. He previously worked on the investment team at A&M Capital, evaluating growth buyouts across technology services, industrial, and consumer sectors, and began his career in investment banking at Macquarie Capital. He holds a B.A. in Philosophy and Economics from Colgate University.

Brian Lobdell is a Partner on the investment team at Lead Edge Capital, where he handles sourcing and diligence for growth-stage technology businesses. Before joining the firm in 2017, he worked on the investment team at JMI Equity, focusing on enterprise software. He holds a B.A. in Psychology from Amherst College.

Operating Partner who is an independent contractor assisting the firm with operational due diligence and portfolio support.

Operating Partner and independent contractor supporting the firm's operational and portfolio initiatives.

Operating Partner and independent contractor providing operational and portfolio support to the firm.

Operating Partner and independent contractor assisting the firm with operational and portfolio matters.

Adam Stein is Managing Director of Talent at Lead Edge, where he works with portfolio companies on executive hiring and talent strategy. Before joining the firm in 2023, he held talent roles at Bridgewater Associates, the Dalio Family Office, and a venture-backed property technology startup. He holds a B.A. in Economics from Yale University.

Alex Weronski is a Vice President on Lead Edge Capital's investment team, where he sources and evaluates new opportunities with a focus on European markets. Before joining the firm in 2026, he worked at Macquarie Capital Principal Finance, investing balance sheet capital in European services and technology businesses. He holds a Masters in Financial Analysis from London Business School and a Bachelors in Finance from the University of Ottawa.

Alexa Hayslett is a Director on Lead Edge Capital's originations team, focusing on sourcing investments and managing the firm's intermediary relationships. Before joining the firm in 2022, she was a Senior Team Lead at GLG, where she handled private equity relationships. She holds a B.S. in Human and Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University.

Alex Gaulkin is a Vice President on Lead Edge Capital's investment team, where he sources and evaluates deals across software, internet, and technology-enabled services. Before joining the firm in 2021, he was an investor at Greenspring Associates (later acquired by StepStone Group), focusing on enterprise software companies. He holds a B.S.B.A. in Finance and Marketing from Elon University.

Andrea Crabbe is Head Controller on the finance team at Lead Edge Capital, where she oversees the firm's financial matters. She joined the firm in 2012 after working as an auditor at Ernst & Young, LLP with a focus on the financial services sector. She holds an M.S. in Accounting and an MBA from Northeastern University.

Anshul Joshi is an Associate on the investment team at Lead Edge Capital, where he sources and evaluates investments in software, internet, and technology-enabled services. Before joining the firm in 2022, he worked in the strategy department at VMware and at Blue Green, a web analytics startup later acquired by Heap. He holds a B.A. in Economics and Computer Science from Vanderbilt University.

Bishoy Megalla is a Vice President on the investment team, focusing on sourcing and evaluating investments in software, internet, and technology-enabled services. Before joining Lead Edge Capital in 2025, he invested in enterprise software at PSG Equity and previously held roles at Long Ridge Equity Partners and Morgan Stanley. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and History from Yale University.

Brett Levy is an Analyst on the investment team at Lead Edge Capital, which he joined in 2025. He previously worked at Glenview Capital Management, a long-short hedge fund focused on public equities. He holds a B.A. in History from the University of Pennsylvania.

Caroline Tarpey is a Managing Director on Lead Edge Capital's value creation team, working with portfolio companies on go-to-market strategy and results. Before joining the firm, she founded a technology consulting company and previously spent about a decade in revenue and operations roles at QuotaPath, Kazoo (now WorkTango), and Civitas Learning, and earlier worked for the U.S. Departments of Defense and State. She holds a B.S. in Foreign Service from Georgetown University and a Master's in Persian (Farsi) from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Carolyn Frey serves as Chief People Officer at Hungryroot. She has experience leading teams across various business functions.

Christina de la Motte is an HR Coordinator at Lead Edge Capital, where she supports the VP of HR with recruitment, employee experience, and learning and development programs. Before joining the firm in 2024, she held an HR Coordinator role at a real estate brokerage. She holds a B.A. in History from Pennsylvania State University.

Christina Oelhafen is an Analyst on the investment team at Lead Edge Capital, where she sources and evaluates investments in software, internet, and technology-enabled services. Before joining the firm in 2025, she worked at Aldrich Capital Partners covering software, healthcare IT, and fintech companies. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from Georgetown University.

Daniel Hewett is a Director at Lead Edge Capital, based in the firm's New York office. Before joining Lead Edge, he worked on the Software Investing Team at Aquiline Capital Partners and earlier served as a Counterintelligence/Human Intelligence Collector in the United States Marine Corps. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from Columbia University.

David Berdoff is Managing Director of Originations at Lead Edge Capital, where he sources investments and manages the firm's intermediary relationships. He previously worked at Perella Weinberg Partners before joining Lead Edge in 2018. He holds a B.A. in Mathematics from Emory University.

Denny Gulia-Janovski is an Analyst on the investment team at Lead Edge Capital, which he joined in 2026. He previously worked on the Software Investing team at M33 Growth. He is pursuing a B.A. in Economics at Harvard.

Elena Viceira is an Associate on Lead Edge Capital's investment team, where she works on sourcing and evaluating investments in software, internet, and technology-enabled services. Before joining the firm in 2023, she worked at ShawSpring Partners sourcing and executing new investments. She holds an A.B. in Economics with a secondary in History of Art & Architecture, cum laude, from Harvard College.

Elisa LeNoir is the Chief Compliance Officer at Lead Edge Capital, where she oversees the firm's compliance program. She joined the firm in 2021, having previously held various compliance roles at JANA Partners. She holds a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Florida and an M.A. in International Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Emila Damjanovic is a Partner at Lead Edge Capital, where she leads the Investor Relations team and oversees communications, reporting, and investor relationships. Before joining the firm in 2011, she served as Head of Investor Relations and Assistant COO at Eastern Advisors, a hedge fund backed by Tiger Management. She holds a degree from Baruch College.

Emily Donlon is the Director of HR Operations at Lead Edge Capital, overseeing day-to-day HR operations across the firm, which she joined in 2025. She previously worked as an HR Business Partner at HAP Capital, focusing on talent management, recruitment, and operational efficiency. She holds a B.A. in Economics from Fordham University.

Esther White is a Director of Talent on Lead Edge Capital's value creation team, where she supports portfolio companies with their human resources strategies. Before joining the firm in 2024, she was a Principal in Korn Ferry's Organizational Strategy group and previously worked on PwC's Private Equity Value Creation team focusing on human capital. She holds a B.A. in Economics from Franklin and Marshall College.

Ethan Litke is Director of Data at Lead Edge Capital, where he applies data to support the firm's investment strategies, LP network, and fundraising. Before joining in 2022, he worked as a senior data analyst at Westside Analytics advising financial firms, and earlier contributed to the SaaS restaurant software company Restaurant365. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Chapman University.

Garrett Hughes is Director of Business Development at Lead Edge Capital, where he manages relationships with the firm's Limited Partners and works to connect the Lead Edge network with portfolio companies. He joined the firm in 2021, having previously been an Analyst at Volition Capital sourcing and evaluating software investments. He holds a B.B.A. in Finance and Entrepreneurship from the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business.

Hannah Sheehy is an Associate on Lead Edge Capital's investment team, where she sources and evaluates investments in software, internet, and technology-enabled services. She joined the firm in 2024 after working at Deloitte on software implementation consulting projects and earlier at early-stage VC firm DSG Consumer Partners. She holds a B.A. in History, cum laude, from Dartmouth College.

Hari Badale is a Vice President on the investment team at Lead Edge Capital, where he sources and evaluates investments in software, internet, and technology-enabled services. Before joining the firm in 2020, he worked at Ricardo plc, a strategic engineering and environmental consultancy. He holds a First Class Honors degree from the School of Government & International Affairs at Durham University.

Harry Keefe is an associate on the investment team at Lead Edge Capital, where he sources and evaluates investments in the software, internet, and technology-enabled services sectors. Before joining the firm in 2024, he worked in the Technology Investment Banking group at Deutsche Bank. He holds a B.A. in History, magna cum laude, from Colgate University.

Ray Joyce is a growth stage investor focused on B2B software companies serving enterprise and vertical markets, healthcare IT, and infrastructure technology. He has led multiple deals across these sectors.

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