Tiffany Yau is a Ph.D. student in Strategy and Organizational Theory at the University of Southern California. Her research interests are shaped by her prior work in social entrepreneurship and venture capital, where she encountered firsthand some of the most persistent barriers in these fields. As a result, she is driven to explore critical questions at the intersection of impact, entrepreneurship, gender, and venture capital.

Beyond her academic pursuits, Tiffany is a dedicated community-builder. She is passionate about empowering individuals with the resources, networks, and inspiration they need to create meaningful change—within their communities and beyond.