Sophia Zhao 趙念菲
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Born in Chengdu and raised in Vancouver, Sophias perspective is shaped by her experience working in her immigrant parents small business. This instilled a deep appreciation for entrepreneurial grit. She is passionate about mentorship, aiming to provide the support for young founders and women that she wished she had early in her career.
Sophia was named one of the "Most Inspirational Women of Web3 & AI 2025".
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They care equally about the product and its potential impact. They can be nudged to make faster decisions by offering what they value. They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles.
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