Donna B. Gibb

Founder of an IT recruitment, staffing, and executive search firm. Led to successful exit in 2023 to a leading multi strategy P/E firm. Highly experienced in strategic leadership, with a record of success as President. Demonstrated ability to set vision, establish direction and drive growth in complex and challenging environments. Strengths include sound decision making, team building, financial acumen and stakeholder engagement. Notable contributions include creating innovative strategies that enhanced organizational performance and profitability. Currently on two advisory boards and participating in venture capital investment club communities.

• Virginia Tech Apex Center for Entrepreneurship, Blacksburg, VA, 06/01/22 - current - Provide advice and mentorship to student entrepreneurs. Participate in monthly pitch events and help students sharpen business plans to obtain grants/seed funding. Executive committee member - 2025/2026
• VT Pamplin Center for Leadership & Engagement, Blacksburg, VA, 09/01/23 - current - Represent the VT APEX Advisory Board and act as liaison for the PCLE.
• Girls in Technology, WDC/VA region, 03/01/18 - 07/31/21, Cheerleader, champion, and mentor to high school girls considering careers in STEM.
• Langley High School Booster Club, Mclean, VA, 01/01/19 - 06/30/23, Secretary responsible for keeping board meeting minutes and assisting spirit wear sales.
• River Bend Golf and Country Club, Great Falls, VA, 01/01/22 current - Represent the membership regarding potential new class offerings, necessary equipment needs, staffing needs, and operations.
• Lunch Pail Ventures, Blacksburg, VA, 06/01/22 - current - Private global network of business & technology leaders who share a passion for entrepreneurship and all things Virginia Tech.
• Okeanos, Great Falls, VA, 01/01/21 - current - Okeanos is an active venture investor in the DC metro area.