Cecilia Ziniti is a highly accomplished technology, startup, and legal executive with an impressive track record of accelerating company and product success. With over 4009 LinkedIn connections, Cecilia has been at the forefront of every major tech shift in the last 20 years, from the internet to social media, mobile, voice computing, autonomous driving, and generative AI. As a founding member of Amazon's Alexa team and a 3-time general counsel, Cecilia has played a crucial role in the success of venture-backed companies.

Cecilia's expertise extends beyond her legal background. She has closed over $350 million in venture capital funding, served as a corporate secretary to boards of directors, and negotiated numerous strategic transactions across disciplines. Her uncommon product and customer sense come from years of experience as an avid consumer of and advisor to consumer tech companies, as well as her role as an angel investor.

A cross-functional collaborator, company leader, mentor, and team developer, Cecilia takes pride in her ability to turn big visions into reality. She is deeply involved in the tech and venture communities, frequently speaking on leadership, startups, and women in tech. As a named inventor on multiple patents, Cecilia is committed to driving innovation forward. Cecilia currently holds the position of General Counsel & Head of Business Development at Replit, a software development platform with millions of developers worldwide.