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Sophia Richter
Co-Founder & COO at Seven Starling - We're hiring!
Sophia Richter is a co-founder and the current Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Seven Starling, a virtual maternal mental health clinic based in Boston, Massachusetts.13 Here's a comprehensive overview of her background and career:
Education
Sophia holds an impressive educational background:
- MBA from Harvard Business School (2018-2020), where she was a Horace W. Goldsmith Fellow for nonprofit leadership1
- BA in Economics with a minor in City & Regional Planning from the University of California, Berkeley (2008-2012), graduating with High Distinction and Phi Beta Kappa honors1
- Additional studies include a semester at Sciences Po in Paris (2011) and an iOS Mobile App Development course at General Assembly (2016)1
Professional Experience
Seven Starling
- Co-Founder & COO (January 2023 - Present)
- Previously served as Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer (June 2020 - December 2022)1
Seven Starling's mission is to support women and caregivers through significant life transitions, focusing on maternal mental health.13
Previous Roles
- MBA Summer Associate at Cherry Ventures (2019)
- Assistant Vice President and Senior Project Manager of Strategy at New York City Economic Development Corporation (2014-2018)
- Consultant and Associate at The Boston Consulting Group (2012-2014)1
Entrepreneurial Vision
Sophia's journey to co-founding Seven Starling was inspired by her own challenging experiences with the healthcare system. She believes that empowerment in healthcare is fundamental to overall life empowerment.5
Skills and Interests
- Proficient in French (elementary) and German (limited working proficiency)1
- Passionate about outdoor activities, including mountain climbing and trail exploration5
- Experience in iOS mobile app development, having built an app called MyNYC during her studies1
Sophia Richter's diverse background in business strategy, economic development, and entrepreneurship has equipped her to lead Seven Starling in its mission to provide innovative maternal mental health support.24
