Theresia Gouw

Theresia Gouw is an influential figure in the venture capital sector, having dedicated over 20 years to enhancing diversity within the industry. She began her career in a field with few female peers and has since co-founded Aspect Ventures and Acrew Capital, and served as a managing general partner at Accel. Throughout her career, Gouw has played a pivotal role in the successful IPOs or acquisitions of numerous companies, including Forescout, Imperva, Trulia, and Hotel Tonight. Her efforts have earned her multiple accolades, such as inclusion in Forbes’ 100 Most Powerful Women list, nine appearances on the Forbes Midas List, recognition as one of the 40 Most Influential Minds in Tech by Time Magazine, and a spot on the Carnegie Corporation’s Distinguished Immigrants List. Additionally, she was featured in the 2022 Forbes 50 over 50. Beyond her professional achievements, Gouw is a former figure skater proficient in the double flip jump and enjoys supporting her favorite sports teams with her children.