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Deva Santiago

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Smart Money Rating: 93 out of 100

Operating Partner, Talent & Recruiting, Ritual Capital

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Ritual Capital
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Operating Partner, Talent & Recruiting
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Operating partner
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Record updated 1 October 2026

About

Deva Santiago has spent her career helping founders build exceptional teams and cultures that last. Prior to Ritual, she led recruiting and people strategy for early-stage companies across tech and consumer sectors, specializing in connecting talent with mission-driven founders ready to scale. Deva believes hiring is one of a founder’s most powerful rituals, it’s not just about filling roles, but shaping identity. Her method blends precision with empathy, helping leaders build organizations defined by clarity, alignment, and care.

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