Where does Elizabeth McCluskey work?

Elizabeth McCluskey is Managing Director, Discovery Fund at TruStage Ventures.

Where did Elizabeth McCluskey go to school?

Elizabeth McCluskey studied at Harvard University (BA, Economics); University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business (MBA, Finance and Entrepreneurship); Northwestern University (Certificate in Financial Planning).

Elizabeth McCluskey

Investor

Managing Director, Discovery Fund at TruStage Ventures · Managing Director, Discovery Fund at CMFG Ventures Discovery Fund

Newport Beach, California, United States

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About

Elizabeth McCluskey is Managing Director of the Discovery Fund at TruStage Ventures, where she invests in seed-stage fintech companies founded by underrepresented entrepreneurs. She also serves as an angel investor and startup advisor, with a focus on early-stage company development and fundraising support. Her investment interests include companies addressing family support, community, and health and wellness.

Experience

TruStageManaging Director, Discovery Fundcurrent2021 — present
TruStageBoard Member, TruStage Foundationcurrent2024 — present
self-employedAngel Investorcurrent2024 — present
Brydge ClubFounding Membercurrent2025 — present
The Old Girls ClubMembercurrent2025 — present
The Josephine CollectiveMembercurrent2024 — present
The Agora Initiative DCInvestor Committee2024 — 2026
Impact EnginePrincipal2015 — 2021Greater Chicago Area
Kellogg School of ManagementManager, Social Innovation & Impact Investing2013 — 2015Evanston, IL
HighTowerSenior Research Analyst2010 — 2011Greater New York City Area
UBSSenior Wealth Strategy Associate2008 — 2010Greater New York City Area
UBSMergers and Acquisitions Analyst2006 — 2008London, United Kingdom

Skills & more

Board Governance2Early Stage Ventures2Women's Health2SustainabilityGrant ReviewingEducationAffordable HousingEnvironmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)FundraisingStrategic GrowthImpact Investing7Venture Capital7

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Social EntrepreneurshipInvestmentsValuationFinancial ModelingStrategyInvestment BankingFinancial AnalysisMergers & AcquisitionsCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsDue DiligenceEquities

Certified Financial Planner — CFP Board

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Colleagues at TruStage Ventures

Allison Hietpas

Platform Associate at TruStage Ventures

Amy Cameron

Chief Investment Officer at TruStage Ventures

Brett J. Martinez

Board Member; President & CEO, Redwood Credit Union at TruStage Ventures

Brian Kaas

President and Managing Director at TruStage Ventures

Chris Copeland

Chief Business Officer at TruStage Ventures

Greg Holman

Chief Administrative Officer at TruStage Ventures

Jackson Lefelar

Senior Associate at TruStage Ventures

Jacqueline S. Shoback

Board Member; Co-founder & Managing Director, 1414 Ventures at TruStage Ventures

Frequently asked questions

Who is Elizabeth McCluskey?: Elizabeth McCluskey is Managing Director of the Discovery Fund at TruStage Ventures, where she invests in seed-stage fintech companies founded by underrepresented entrepreneurs. She also serves as an angel investor and startup advisor, with a focus on early-stage company development and fundraising support. Her investment interests include companies addressing family support, community, and health and wellness.
Where does Elizabeth McCluskey work?: Elizabeth McCluskey is Managing Director, Discovery Fund at TruStage Ventures.
Where did Elizabeth McCluskey go to school?: Elizabeth McCluskey studied at Harvard University (BA, Economics); University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business (MBA, Finance and Entrepreneurship); Northwestern University (Certificate in Financial Planning).

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Also attended University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business448

Alexandra FarmerPrincipal at Intel Capital, North America Tige SavageCo-founder at Revolution Wendy XiaoPartner at Northzone Rob LawrenceSenior Finance Associate at Greycroft Hyun KooPartner at March Capital Partners Richard GuVice President at March Capital Partners

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Also attended Northwestern University589

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Also attended National Cathedral School4

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Shared employers

Also worked at The Old Girls Club9

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Also worked at Impact Engine20

Maayan TeperAssociate at ResilienceVC Isabel GlassChief of Staff & Investor at Cade Ventures Steven MillerFounding Partner at Origin Ventures Kevin WillerVenture Partner at Chicago Ventures Seth UdelsonSenior Associate at Ecosystem Integrity Fund Jessica Droste YaganPartner and CEO at Impact Engine

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Also worked at Kellogg School of Management71

Karthik ChakkarapaniInvestor at Foundation Capital Eduardo BeffermannVenture Partner at Fen Ventures Alex WearnVenture Partner at Polymorphic Capital Michael CohnCo-Founder & Partner at GSV Ventures Joe KaiserSenior Investment Advisor at Mercato Partners Mike BrennanBoard Member, Advisor, COO at SUPPLY CHANGE CAPITAL

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Also worked at HighTower19

Alessandro GiacomettiVice President, Head of Investor Relations at Vida Ventures Prescott NasserCTO-in-Residence at Mainsail Partners John DarsieChief Executive Officer at SALT Fund Larry RestieriChief Executive Officer at Hightower Advisors Dan BergChief Financial Officer at Hightower Advisors Doug BessoChief Technology Officer at Hightower Advisors

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