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Jess Heffernan
Head of Distribution and Investor Relations
I’ve spent the last 12 years at Airtree Ventures, where I helped scale the firm from its early foundations to one of Australia’s leading VC players. During that time, I led the distribution and IR functions, raising over $2bn across 9 funds and building a global network of institutional and domestic investors. At OIF, I’m focused on continuing that momentum - driving our distribution strategy, and ensuring our investors have a seamless, high-touch experience as we support the founders of tomorrow.
Lessons to live by
Be someone people what to work with again. Markets change; strategies evolve but reputation sticks. If you consistently show up, add value and treat people well, the rest will follow.
on the lookout for
We’re only just scratching the surface of AI. This is a once in a generation tech shift - and we’re still in the demo phase.The real opportunity comes when AI stops being a tool and starts doing the work, across every part of how businesses operate.
lasting impact
To build a life defined by integrity, kindness and impact and for my kids to see that success is about how you treat people along the way.
I love founders that are decisive but thoughtful, move quickly, and build trust with everyone around them.
Jess Heffernan