

Women on Boards Panel
We’re excited to invite you to Synergist Network’s upcoming panel discussion, Women on Boards, featuring leading voices in venture capital and private equity. This event is designed to inspire and equip women at all stages of their investing careers with insights on board leadership.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, May 16th
Time: 9:00–10:00 AM PT
Join Here: Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 858 6007 8661
Passcode: 839602
Featured Panelists:
Melissa Pegus: Venture Partner at UpVentures Capital, recently invested in Anthropic Series E, with 10x exits and experience as a former CRO.
Emily Calkins: Principal at Spectrum Equity, focusing on investments in software, data, and consumer internet.
Nina Gerson: General Partner at Coatue, former CapitalG, with an investing focus in SaaS; her portfolio includes companies like Cyera, Databricks, Rippling, Island.
What to Expect:
Insights on serving on public and VC-/PE-backed boards
The unique value women bring to boardrooms
Strategies for navigating and influencing board discussions
Live audience Q&A
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your board journey, this session will offer practical advice and inspiration.