Prior to joining Speedinvest in May 2023, Mariella practiced in the corporate and M&A team of a renowned Viennese law firm. Before she started working as a lawyer, her passion for venture and startups led her to work as an economic policy advisor for several years, where she gained profound knowledge of the entrepreneurial landscape in Europe.

Mariella holds degrees in Law and International Business from the University of Vienna and Vienna University of Economics and Business. Born and raised in Klagenfurt, Austria, she has so far worked and lived in Madrid, Copenhagen, Athens and Vienna.

Outside the office, you will either find her being active in the mountains, hiking, skiing, traveling or surfing, or relaxing while enjoying a good book or a good beer with friends and family.