Evelyn Chan is a leader of Plaid's accounting team, responsible for facilitating the flow of money into and out of the company. Her work impacts millions of people who rely on Plaid's financial tools to achieve their goals. Evelyn values diversity and inclusion at Plaid, citing initiatives such as Employee Resource Groups and virtual "new hire coffee chats" that foster a positive workplace culture. She admires the company's commitment to progress over perfection and its efforts to improve through pulse surveys, Diversity and Inclusion meetings, and Q&A sessions during All Hands. Evelyn credits her cautious childhood with giving her a sense of adventure, which she has nurtured through experiences like learning to bike at 28. Her favorite quote from Maya Angelou emphasizes the importance of finding common ground and being compassionate towards others. Throughout her journey, Evelyn has grown alongside Plaid's rapid expansion, from under 60 people to nearly 600 employees, and values her role in building a strong team and driving growth.