Meet the Team

ayana’s co-founders bring a beautiful blend of expertise from successful ventures and their collective experiences in building innovative and inclusive communities for women entrepreneurs. Through the transformative power of community and collaboration, they invest time, capital, expertise, and resources to propel first-time women founders forward.

The Investor

Rajul Kadakia

Co-Founder & Chairwoman

The Marketer

Lynn Fernando

Co-Founder & President

The Community Builder

Jaclynn Brennan

Co-Founder & Executive Director

The Educator

Lesley Robinson, PhD

Co-Founder & Director of Education

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We work with best-in-class partners and believe in the power of collaboration. Entrepreneurship can become accessible to women everywhere. Join the movement as a partner, or sponsor to help us advance our mission.

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ayana represents a global network that is redefining the future of entrepreneurship through dynamic collaborations and innovative support, uplifting women founders in an ecosystem designed to foster growth and creativity.

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