TLDR:
- Liz Kettler, former CFO of OpenView, joins Pillar VC as the new CFO.
- Pillar VC, a Boston venture capital firm, focuses on early-stage biotech and deep tech investment.
Liz Kettler has been appointed as the new chief financial officer at Pillar VC, a Boston-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage biotech and deep tech investments. Kettler comes with eight years of experience in financial leadership at OpenView Venture Partners, where she served as the CFO before the company started winding down its operations. She holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from Emory University.
Pillar VC, currently investing out of its third fund, has a portfolio of over 120 pre-seed and seed-stage companies. Lauren Farrell, the previous CFO at Pillar VC, joined the firm in March 2022 and will assist in the transition until the end of May. The firm’s focus on biotech and deep tech investments aligns with Kettler’s background and expertise, making her a valuable addition to the team.