Samantha Rudolph ^Leaders

Samantha Rudolph is the Co-Founder and CEO of Babyation, a venture-backed parent-tech company dedicated to empowering mothers with innovative products, including a discreet and quiet breast pump that allows women to pump on their terms. With a robust background in entrepreneurship, she serves as an Entrepreneur in Residence at Washington University in St. Louis, where she mentors aspiring startup founders and fosters entrepreneurial collaborations. Samantha has held influential roles at Stadia Ventures as an advisor and lead mentor, guiding early-stage companies in the sports and esports sectors. Her extensive experience includes strategic business development at ESPN, where she managed multimillion-dollar budgets and spearheaded cross-departmental projects. A graduate of The Wharton School with a Bachelor of Science in Economics, she is also the Treasurer of the St. Louis Breastfeeding Coalition and holds a patent for a breast pump system. Samanthas commitment to innovation and support for minority business owners is further exemplified through her involvement with various professional networks.