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Jenny Sohn is the financial mastermind you want in your corner—whether you’re navigating the complexities of SaaS, scaling a startup, or pioneering new frontiers in fintech. With an impressive track record as Chief Financial Officer Mindvalley, Jenny seamlessly blends strategic vision with a roll-up-your-sleeves approach to financial leadership. Her passion for governance, fiscal stewardship, and innovation has also fueled her work as a general partner at First Rays Venture Partners, where she empowers the next wave of transformative B2B tech companies.
Armed with an MBA in Finance from UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business and a BA in Applied Linguistics and Economics from Yonsei University, Jenny has become a certified powerhouse in areas like equity/debt fundraising, audit, and compliance (think ASC 606 and SOX). Beyond the boardroom, she’s a Limited Partner at Operator Collective, a unique venture fund accelerating growth for diverse founders and operators. Her expertise is complemented by CPA, CFA, and NACD.DC® credentials—ensuring she’s the one to call when the stakes are high.
Outside the balance sheets, Jenny thrives on connection and collaboration, whether mentoring startups through due diligence pitfalls or cheering on colleagues with her signature blend of encouragement and savvy. In a world that demands adaptability, she’s the CFO who leads with both precision and heart—building sustainable growth stories one company at a time.
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Boards are no longer observers of emerging technology; they are stewards of how it’s governed. This panel goes beyond awareness to examine how directors can structure oversight, define accountability, and measure governance effectiveness in AI, data use, and digital innovation. Panelists will share practical strategies for building governance systems that ensure transparency, ethical decision-making, and responsible innovation at scale.
Speakers include: Sita Lowman, Nithya Das, Suresh Sharma, Byron Loflin
As shareholder activism intensifies, boards face mounting pressure to defend strategy, protect corporate reputation, and engage stakeholders with clarity. This panel brings together seasoned directors to explore how boards can respond effectively while maintaining credibility, board alignment, and stakeholder trust. Hear real-world insights on navigating activism in today’s high-stakes, high-visibility environment.
Speakers include: Gaby Sulzberger, David Cahoy, Rachael Coffey, Eduardo Gallego
As global disruptions reshape business models, this panel will explore how boards can navigate the practical complexities of trade, tariffs, and supply chain shifts across regions. Panelists will share how directors are guiding companies through regulatory changes, sourcing challenges, and new market risks, while seizing opportunities for growth and operational agility.
Speakers include: Titi Cole, Mia Mends
This keynote will equip directors to think globally about risk through the lens of geopolitical foresight, cross-border tensions, and long-term instability. Learn how boards can strengthen oversight and guide enterprise-wide resilience by anticipating disruption and embedding a proactive risk culture in a changing world.
Speakers include: Rodger Baker