Embracing an ‘accidental’ career, with Connor Sattely

About this episode

Dr. Ralph Ford interviews Connor Sattely about his career in venture capital and his recognition as a Penn State Alumni Achievement Award recipient.

Dr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Connor Sattely, a 2025 recipient of the Penn State Alumni Achievement Award, about his work in venture capital in the Netherlands. Originally recorded on March 27, 2025.

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Ralph Ford

Guest: Connor Sattely

Topics covered

• venture capital
• career development
• alumni achievement
• international work
• education

Keywords

• venture capital
• Penn State
• career
• alumni
• Netherlands
• education
• achievement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Penn State Behrend, Penn State Alumni Achievement Award

Places: Netherlands

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