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With over a decade of experience spanning entrepreneurship, corporate leadership, and venture investment, Courtney Powell has become a defining force in the global startup landscape. Joining 500 Global in June 2019, she has led the firm’s day-to-day operations, international expansion, and strategic alignment — ensuring its continued success as one of the world’s most influential venture capital platforms. Her journey with 500 began in 2012 as a founder in the firm’s Seed Accelerator Program, where she experienced firsthand the power of entrepreneurial ecosystems. This perspective has guided her mission to create accessible, inclusive, and scalable frameworks for founders across emerging and established markets alike.