Caterina Fake

Caterina Fake is an esteemed investor at Yes VC, a pioneering pre-seed and seed stage venture capital fund, is also the brilliant host of the #1 Tech Podcast "Should This Exist?"—exploring the profound impact of technology on our humanity. Renowned for her pivotal role as Chairman of Etsy and co-founder of Flickr, Caterina brings her wealth of experience as a Founder Partner at Founder Collective.

Under Caterina's guidance, Yes VC invests in scalable social systems, culturally influential brands, and visionary founders attuned to the rising power of women. Serving on the boards of Public Goods, the Sundance Institute, and McSweeneys, Caterina is a key influencer shaping the landscape of entrepreneurship.

Recognised as one of Time Magazine's Most Influential People globally, Caterina Fake's commitment to addressing the cultural impact of new technologies, fostering positive human interactions online, and promoting innovation and creativity sets a remarkable standard. Her extensive advocacy for responsible technology outcomes and her efforts to make the internet a more compassionate and humane space further underscore her influence. She's been honoured with Silicon Valley Visionaries award in 2018 and holding Honorary Doctorates from the Rhode Island School of Design and The New School. Caterina Fake stands as a beacon in the tech industry.