Andrea Barrica

Andrea Barrica, entrepreneur, investor, and author of "Sex Tech Revolution," is CEO and Co-founder of O.school, a judgment-free multimedia platform to learn about sexuality and pleasure. Before O.school, she co-founded "inDinero," a financial SaaS company, where she was crucial in generating the company’s first $1M and led sales and operations. She also serves as a venture partner and entrepreneur-in-residence at 500 Startups, advising founders on pitching, sales, and startup growth.

Barrica is recognized for her engaging and educational speaking sessions on various topics, including mastering the art of the pitch, the importance of diversity in tech, early-stage tech investing in emerging markets, and growth strategies for startups. She has shared her company’s journey from near failure to profitability, providing valuable lessons to inspire other entrepreneurs. Barrica’s commitment extends globally as she supports women, minorities, and emerging entrepreneurial communities, aiming to create a more inclusive tech community.

Her influence is international, having been invited to speak in countries like Brazil, Nigeria, Ghana, Poland, Turkey, and Croatia. Barrica serves as a mentor for Defy Ventures, an advisor for Build VC, and a KivaZip MicroAngel. Residing in San Francisco, California, she enjoys leveraging her background as a former linguist to impact social change through language and travel.