Forbes StaffAnna Tchorbadjiev is a distinguished professional with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree earned with the highest honors from Purdue University. She is also pursuing her Executive MBA at Columbia Business School, with a concentration in Private Equity and Venture Capital. Her diverse career spans prestigious organizations, including Cedars-Sinai, McLaren Maserati, BlackRock, and her current roles as a partner at a prominent real estate firm and Vice President of Investor Relationships at Taran Pharmaceuticals. Anna’s exceptional expertise and leadership have driven success across multiple industries.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Anna is deeply committed to philanthropy and community engagement. She is an active member of the New York Junior League, where she contributes to impactful initiatives that align with her dedication to empowering others. Beyond her League involvement, she regularly attends charity galas supporting causes such as animal welfare, women’s empowerment, and raising awareness for various diseases. Her passion for giving back underscores her multifaceted role as a leader in both business and charitable endeavors.
Anna also leads a transformative non-profit organization, Women of the Phoenix, which is dedicated to empowering women on their journey toward financial independence and personal growth.
Women of the Phoenix seeks to address the persistent gender disparity in high finance, technology, and real estate by empowering women to break barriers in these male-dominated fields. Through a robust pipeline of externships in finance, tech, and real estate, combined with mentorship from accomplished women and feminist men, the organization enables participants to gain hands-on experience and develop their skills. The organization’s mission is to redefine feminism and foster a safe space where women can dream big and strive for leadership roles at the highest levels.
Inspired by trailblazers like Melinda Gates, Women of the Phoenix aims to partner with top-tier leaders in finance and eventually establish a fund to provide college and MBA students with opportunities for real-world experience. By supporting, inspiring, and empowering women to achieve their full potential, the organization creates an ecosystem where women thrive and redefine success.
Anna Tchorbadjiev’s unwavering commitment to excellence, both professionally and philanthropically, highlights her as a true trailblazer and a source of inspiration for future generations.
