Sophia Maizel, CFA

Sophia Maizel, CFA is a Principal at HarbourVest Partners, a global private markets asset manager.12 Here are some key details about her:

Professional Background

Sophia joined HarbourVest in 2015 and has since focused on:

• Analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on Canadian partnerships
• Direct co-investments and fund investments
• Sourcing, evaluating, and monitoring investments
• Building HarbourVest's presence in Canada1

Prior to HarbourVest, Sophia worked at Export Development Canada as a direct and fund-of-funds investments associate in the private equity investments team.1

Expertise and Responsibilities

As a Principal at HarbourVest, Sophia's areas of focus include:

• Private equity investments, particularly in the Canadian market
• Direct co-investments in buyout and growth equity opportunities
• Fund investments and monitoring

She serves as a board observer for several companies, including ThoughtExchange, SamDesk, and Flexpay.1

Education and Qualifications

• BA in Economics and Finance from McGill University (2012)
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation (2017)1

Additional Involvement

Sophia is actively involved in the private equity community:

• Served on several committees of the Canadian Venture Capital Association
• Mentor with Canadian Women in Private Equity (CWPE)1

Language Skills

Sophia is fluent in Russian and French, in addition to English.1

Sophia's promotion to Principal at HarbourVest Partners was announced in March 2024, recognizing her expertise and contributions to the firm's success.2