The Women Leading the Charge
At Stella Foundation, our leadership team is committed to closing the funding gap, supporting female founders, and growing the next generation of women investors. We bring together experts in entrepreneurship, investment, and business strategy to build a thriving ecosystem where women-led businesses can scale and succeed. Meet the team behind Stella’s mission.
Dr. Silvia Mah
Founder & President
Investor | Venture fund manager | Startup ecosystem builder
Dr. Mah founded Stella in 2012 and has invested in over 130 startups, with 6 exits and 1 IPO. As a champion for women in venture, she continues to shape the future of capital access and investor education.
Flossie Hall
Chief Executive Officer
Serial entrepreneur | Startup strategist | Investor advocate
Flossie is a 7-figure business builder and startup strategist with a deep passion for supporting women-led ventures. She leads Stella’s mission to scale opportunities for female founders and funders through strategic programming and partnerships.
Rylie Jennings
Chief Programs Officer
Ecosystem builder | Program strategist | Community leader
Rylie leads Stella’s national programs, accelerators, and pitch events, creating transformational opportunities for women entrepreneurs and investors across the country.
Angie Schultz
Chief Technology Officer
Creative strategist | Digital expert | Marketing & UX leader
Angie oversees Stella’s tech infrastructure, ensuring seamless online experiences for our founders, investors, and partners.
Liberty Klingebiel
Marketing Manager
Branding expert | Digital strategist | Community builder
Liberty crafts Stella’s marketing, branding, and outreach strategies to expand our impact and elevate the voices of female founders and funders.
Allie Hall
Marketing Associate
Content strategist | PR specialist | Digital marketing
Allie amplifies Stella’s voice through storytelling, social media, and PR, ensuring our impact reaches a wider audience.
Bee Alvarado
Partnerships Associate
Founder | Early childhood specialist | Community-centered ecosystem builder
A passionate advocate for equity and access, Bee supports Stella’s mission by cultivating meaningful partnerships that connect women founders with the resources and relationships they need to thrive.
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