We are pleased to welcome Valerie Leisten (@valerie), who joins ZF as our Global Events and Operations Manager.
Valerie has more than eight years of experience spanning operations, project management, and stakeholder coordination within international, multi-stakeholder environments. She has led event and program delivery, supported senior leadership, and acted as a reliable first point of contact for diverse stakeholders and community members. Valerie’s work is driven by a passion for social and climate justice, informed by experience across the UK and East Africa, and supported by a multilingual, culturally-attuned approach.
In her new role, Valerie will serve as the primary logistical coordinator for ZF events, including Zcon, Zcash Dev Summits, and regional meetups, while also providing operational support to the leadership team. She will additionally contribute to community and ecosystem engagement and support the ongoing development of the Shielded Aid Initiative.
Welcome, Valerie! 
