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Sophie Ishiwari
Founder of Sonura
Chicago, Illinois
Overview
Sophie Ishiwari is the Co-Founder of Sonura, a venture capital firm based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in investing in FinTech and AI startups. With a background in venture capital and experience at Edge Case Capital Partners, Sophie has successfully navigated the startup ecosystem and made impactful investments in companies at various stages.
Sophie's career highlights include co-founding Sonura and gaining experience at reputable firms like Edge Case Capital Partners, showcasing a strong track record in identifying and supporting innovative startups in the Midwest and San Francisco Bay Area.
Work Experience
Co-Founder
2023 - Current
Summer Associate
2022 - 2022
Summer associate at NTX Services aiding in consulting services within the neurotechnology sector
Summer Associate
2022 - 2022
Associate at BrainMind working to develop entrepreneurial skills in the neurotechnology field
BrainMind is an ecosystem and platform for impact-oriented company creation in brain and mind science.
Venture Associate
2022 - 2022
Venture associate at ECCP generating deal flow and aiding in deal sourcing
A Gen Z operated venture capital firm supporting innovation in early-stage software startups.
Summer Associate
2021 - 2021
Intern at Torreya spinoff, Emerald Bioventures, working to develop startups in the biotechnological field
Torreya partners is a banking firm that provides services in pharma, pharma licensing, diagnostics, tools, and medical technology.
Research Assistant
2019 - 2019
Selected for internship in neural physiology Lab.
Education
Student
2019 - 2023