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An Evening with Carla Vass in conversation with Alexandra Wilkis Wilson
September 30 @ 7:00 pm
Books & Books, in partnership with Miami Book Fair, presents author Carla Vass in conversation with entrepreneur and investor Alexandra Wilkis Wilson for the release of her new novel, “Rally,” at 7:00 pm.
The novel follows Charlie Walker, the founder of a successful dating app who is forced out of her company after rejecting her cofounder’s romantic advances. She joins her best friend on an extravagant European road trip involving luxury cars, lavish parties, and international destinations. As she adjusts to life outside her company, Charlie must confront the circumstances surrounding her departure, uncover corporate secrets, and navigate an unexpected romantic attraction.
Vass previously worked at Goldman Sachs, Uber, and Waymo before founding Civi, a technology startup focused on safety in Latin America.
Moderator Alexandra Wilkis Wilson is the cofounder of Gilt, GLAMSQUAD, and Fitz. She is currently the cofounder and managing partner of Clerisy, a growth equity fund investing in consumer and technology companies, and coauthor of the New York Times bestseller “By Invitation Only: How We Built Gilt and Changed the Way Millions Shop.”
The event takes place Wednesday, September 30, at Books & Books in Coral Gables. Admission is free, and books will be available for purchase. Doors open at 6:30 pm. An RSVP provides general admission but does not guarantee seating. Early arrival is recommended.