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Oleg LaptenkounlockedLeah: together at Columbia University in the City of New York (2017–2018)
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About
Leah Barto is Lead Research Director at Endeavor, where she focuses on research related to social impact and entrepreneurship with a specialization in data journalism. Her work incorporates data visualization, narrative, and multimedia formats. Her prior experience includes composing and producing, grantmaking, and leading professional development programs.
Experience
- EndeavorLead Research Directorcurrent2026 — presentNew York City Metropolitan Area
- EndeavorSenior Director of Research2022 — 2026New York City Metropolitan Area
- EndeavorHead of Endeavor Insight2020 — 2022New York City Metropolitan Area
- EndeavorProject Leader, Endeavor Insight2019 — 2020Greater New York City Area
- EndeavorContract Research Assistant, Endeavor Insight2018Greater New York City Area
- IndependentConsultant2017 — 2018
- Columbia University in the City of New YorkAssociate Adjunct Faculty2017 — 2018
- OPERA AmericaDirector of Learning and Leadership2012 — 2017
- The Andrew W. Mellon FoundationProgram Associate2010 — 2012
- Arts and Culture FieldStage Management and Production Management2005 — 2008
Skills & more
Qualitative ResearchStatisticsResearch4Data Analysis2Strategic Planning3Philanthropy4Program Evaluation1Public Speaking3Fundraising5Community Outreach2
Languages German
- Qualitative Evaluation Methods — The Evaluators’ Institute
- Applied Statistics for Evaluators — The Evaluators’ Institute
- Executive Education: Scaling Entrepreneurial Ventures — Harvard Business School
From Leah's professional profile.
Colleagues at Endeavor Catalyst
Abbi Larkin
Manager, Entrepreneur Selection at Endeavor Catalyst
Agustina Cianciarullo
Manager, Entrepreneur Experience at Endeavor Catalyst
Alan Gomes
Founder at Incognia
Alejandro Martí
Venture Partner at Faber
Alexis Patjane
Founder at 99 Minutos
Ali Ayala
Senior Manager, Operations at Endeavor Catalyst
Allen Taylor
Managing Partner, Endeavor Catalyst at Endeavor Catalyst
Amber Cohon
Associate, Capital at Endeavor Catalyst
Frequently asked questions
- Who is Leah Barto?
- Leah Barto is Lead Research Director at Endeavor, where she focuses on research related to social impact and entrepreneurship with a specialization in data journalism. Her work incorporates data visualization, narrative, and multimedia formats. Her prior experience includes composing and producing, grantmaking, and leading professional development programs.
- Where does Leah Barto work?
- Leah Barto is Lead Director, Research at Endeavor Catalyst.
- Where did Leah Barto go to school?
- Leah Barto studied at University of Cincinnati (Master of Business Administration (MBA)); University of Cincinnati (MA Arts Administration); University of Redlands (Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music Composition and German).
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Also attended University of Cincinnati94
Jim GoetzPartner at Sequoia CapitalDavid MollerInvestor at Third Rock VenturesCandice BrackeenGeneral Partner at Lightship CapitalAndrew GoldnerFounder & CEO at GrowthXAlbert WangSenior Director at Qualcomm VenturesJon CottrellDirector, M&A Advisory at eGateway Capital
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Also attended University of Redlands18
Beverlee ValerioAssociate - Investor Relations at Marlin Equity PartnersRavi KumarAdvisor at Popstar VenturesKevin BissellChief Financial Officer at Haun VenturesDaylan SwedlowGTM Recruiter at Swift VenturesEmily ReichertStrategic Advisory Board member at Braemar Energy VenturesNathan TribbleInvestor at VIKASA Capital Partners
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Also attended University of Vienna88
Christopher SisserianHead of Platform at Manta Ray VenturesDominik MatykaInvestor at Cavalry VenturesAnnakaFinance at Maven VenturesKristina ChvilovaInvestor at Aglae VenturesSirinchayaa PreechapatsakoolSenior Investment Manager, Thailand at Circulate CapitalManuela FürstAssociate Partner at Venionaire Capital
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Shared employers
Also worked at Endeavor348
Vinnie LauriaFounding Partner at Golden Gate VenturesAndrew GoldnerFounder & CEO at GrowthXSaraInvestor at Maven Ventures focused on consumer softwarePeter KellnerManaging Partner of Richmond GlobalLily SarafanInvestor at Streamlined VenturesPablo VenturaInvestor at Kfund
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Also worked at Columbia University in the City of New York337
Reid HoffmanCo-founder of LinkedIn; Partner at GreylockRon ZoriVenture Partner at Lerer HippeauRalph DeBernardoPartner, Investor Relations at Sapphire VenturesRichard ChesworthInvestor at Third Rock VenturesJesse Coors-BlankenshipCo-founder, General Partner at Parkway Venture CapitalLauren YoungHead of Platform at AlleyCorp
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