Kendall Barden

Kendall Barden

FUND ACCOUNTANT

Kendall Barden joined Sierra Ventures in 2019 and is the firm’s Fund Accountant. He provides analysis of quarterly portfolio reporting and valuations for the firm’s investments, prepares reconciliations for all fund entities, and manages vendor payments. He also supports the firm on maintaining and tracking fixed assets and assists Sierra team members with IT needs. Previously, Kendall was an Administrator at Apple Retail where he became an expert on various Apple products. Kendall graduated from San Francisco State University in 2018 with a BS in Business Administration. His passions outside of work include performing arts and traveling, especially to Disneyland!

Areas of Expertise

  • Investor Relations
  • Corporate Finance & Accounting Practices
  • Process Improvement
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Contract Negotiation & Strategic Planning
  • International Operations
  • Change Management
  • Strategic Partnerships

Team Thoughts

What is your favorite part about working with portfolio companies/entrepreneurs?
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Best learning as a founder?
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How do you view your role with portfolio companies?
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I view myself as an extension of the team. I hope to be the first call that founders make when they are facing a challenge because they trust that no matter what, we will work together to get to the right outcome. It is also nice to get the first call when celebrating big milestones.

Best learning as a founder?
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