Leyla Sertel

Leyla Sertel is the VP of Strategic Initiatives at OpenESG. In this role, she provides support to the founders in various key areas, including fundraising, go-to-market strategies, and enterprise partnerships. Leyla brings a wealth of experience in building and scaling B2B SaaS startups, particularly in the field of public affairs and regulatory affairs.

One of her notable experiences includes her time at Quorum, where she played a significant role in the company's growth. During her tenure, she helped scale the business from a small team of 5 employees to a substantial team of 150. She also led Quorum's first international expansion, taking the company beyond the United States. Subsequently, she served as the Managing Director for the European market.

After her successful stint at Quorum, Leyla joined FiscalNote approximately 18 months before the company's IPO. In her role, she was responsible for leading enterprise business development in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region.

Leyla's career reflects her passion for building startups and incubating new teams. She is deeply committed to the idea that businesses can play a crucial role in fostering a more sustainable and responsible planet and society.