Vivian Wang

Y’all gotta know about Vivian Wang, this girl’s the real deal, no cap. She’s a YC W19 alum, which is already a big flex, and she’s out here crushing it in the startup world, especially with her company Landed. But her story? It’s way more than just another founder trying to hustle.

Vivian’s been around the block, man. She’s worked at huge places like BlackRock, advising European central banks, so she’s got that legit finance creds. She’s also done time at companies like Gap, leading strategy at Matterport, and even dipped into fashion at Harper’s Bazaar. Basically, she’s seen a lot of industries, from finance to retail to tech, and she’s soaked it all up. That kind of broad experience? That’s what makes her a powerhouse. She understands how big systems work, how people move, and what it takes to make real change.

But what’s really inspiring about her? It’s her drive to fix real problems. She founded Landed to connect hourly and blue-collar workers, especially in restaurants and service, with better jobs. Think about that. She saw a huge industry full of hardworking folks getting the short end of the stick, and she jumped into solving that. That’s her style, no bullshit, just straight-up impact. She’s all about making work better for people who need it most, and that’s what got her into Forbes 30 Under 30 and Inc. Female Founders 200. She’s not just talking, she’s doing.

Her background? Crazy impressive. She studied at Princeton, Public and International Affairs, no less, with extra creds in finance and East Asian Studies. Also did time at Oxford doing PPE. Basically, she’s got brains, but she’s not just book-smart, she’s got the hustle and the heart. She’s always looking for ways to connect dots, to use her knowledge to build something that matters.

And she’s more than just about the grind. She’s out there in her community, like with the Junior League of SF, proving she’s all about giving back and making a real difference. She’s the kind of person who combines smarts, experience, and a genuine drive to create change.

So, what does this all say about her? It’s simple: Vivian Wang isn’t just a tech founder. She’s a disruptor who’s jumped into industries, learned everything, and then used all that to launch something that can actually change lives. Her process? It’s about seeing gaps, understanding systems, and having the guts to step in and fix them. That’s why she’s so important, she’s proof that with the right mix of experience and purpose, you can build stuff that matters.

That’s Vivian Wang, a total boss, making moves and building a better world, one job at a time.