Victoria Watkins-From Government to Venture Capital: A Career Journey

Victoria Watkins is Founder and Managing Partner of Inrichmint, an organization that sources curated deal flow for high net worth individuals and families. She previously served as Chief of Staff to the Co-CEO and Chief Investment Officer at Ariel Investments. Prior to joining Ariel, Victoria worked for the City of Chicago in the Office of Mayor Rahm Emanuel, serving as Senior Advisor, and Deputy Director of Legislative Counsel & Government Affairs. Victoria shares her journey from growing up in Chicago to working in government, venture capital, and private equity. She reflects on societal pressures discouraging women from STEM fields and her initial resistance to certain career paths, ultimately finding success by staying open to opportunities. She also highlights her passion for fashion, entertainment, her online tea shop Joy and Magic, and her children's book, Little Valerie and her Big World of Options, encouraging others to embrace new opportunities.Want More Like This?Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on your favourite platform so you never miss an episode.And if youre ready for even more honest stories, career inspiration, and powerful insights, join Rhondas monthly newsletter. Its where ambitious women get the encouragement, tools, and behind-the-scenes wisdom to thrivestraight to your inbox.Subscribe to the newsletter and catch more episodes at RhondaColemanWandel.com