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On the rise
David Trinh has the ability to allocate tens of billions in capital. Amber Atherton sold her startup to Discord and now backs seed-stage startups. Marissa Brooks jumped from being an executive assistant to director of development at CBS Studios in just a few years.
You might not have heard of the trio before now, but each is a rising star in their industry.
In recent months, Business Insider has highlighted those rising up the ranks and shaping change on Wall Street, in Silicon Valley, and in Hollywood. We’ve taken a look at Madison Avenue, the healthcare industry, and the real-estate business, too.
I always enjoy these profiles. I’ve long felt that companies don’t do things, people do. That innovative new project didn’t just happen. Someone made it happen. I’m fascinated to learn about the people behind the latest product launch, entry into a new market, or fresh initiative.
It’s also true that often these younger executives are at the forefront of change. They aren’t just managing transformation from a distance, but they’re often the ones driving it or riding its wave. In that sense, these profiles can also offer a window into where an industry is headed.
In 2024, Business Insider will continue to report on the people behind the business stories you’re most interested in, with a sharp focus on what’s new and where the world is headed.
I know a lot of you reading this are similarly pushing the world forward, by setting big goals, making plans to achieve them, and executing every day. I hope you’re able to achieve your ambitions, whatever they may be, in the year ahead.
Thank you for reading, and Happy New Year!
