Hayley Barna

Mar 3, 2023 | firstround.com | Hayley Barna

Almost two years ago, I enthusiastically joined First Round as a Venture Partner knowing it was a time-boxed experiment. I had an open mind and was comfortable not knowing what would come after — starting another venture-backed business, running a neighborhood flower shop, or embarking on a longer career as a VC. Today, I’m thrilled to share that I’ve committed to a long-term career as a General Partner with First Round in New York City.

Mar 3, 2023 | firstround.com | Hayley Barna

More than a year after the COVID-19 pandemic first started, healthcare sits at the very top of the list of transformed industries. The field is reorienting after a telehealth surge, embracing new digital relationships between providers and patients, and recognizing the gaps in technology infrastructure needed for this new paradigm.