Director, Xpring of Ripple, Investor at LatticeVC, better (wo)men project, Opinions are my own. Vanessa Pestritto believes in technology that enables greater efficiency in day to day living and as a result, enriches the lives of those that utilize it. Vanessa is Director of Strategic Growth for Xpring @ ripple. She has actively invested and worked with entrepreneurs through her venture fund, Lattice Ventures. She began her career in technology consulting working on fintech and government projects. As Executive Director at New York Angels, Vanessa managed product and marketing to run a live marketplace of investors and investments. Vanessa has advised corporations on their accelerator programs, such as Chobani and eBay. Vanessa actively advocates for the advancement of women and Latinos. She studied Economics and International Business at NYU Stern School of Business. She is married with two kids and lives in New York City.