Celebrating 15 Years

Jenny

Sohn

Chief Financial Officer

Mindvalley

Los Altos,

California

2025 Cohort

Industry

Technology

Area of Expertise

Finance

Immediately Qualified to Serve

Audit

Previous Board Experience

Nonprofit, Private

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.

Code of Conduct: Governing Data & Emerging Tech

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.

Your First Board Meeting: A Director’s Playbook

Designed for aspiring and newly appointed directors, this session offers practical guidance on how to step confidently into your first boardroom. Learn what to expect in early meetings, how to contribute with purpose, and how to quickly build credibility and trust among seasoned peers. Gain insight into board dynamics, unspoken protocols, and the critical questions new directors should be ready to ask and answer.

Tactics that Work: Case Studies in Navigating Shareholder Activism

In this tactical, director-focused session, participants will engage in case-based exercises to dissect real campaigns and pressure scenarios. From activist letters to proxy fights, explore how boards can craft strategic responses that reinforce governance integrity, protect corporate reputation, and align with long-term priorities. Walk away with actionable tactics and frameworks to strengthen board preparedness in the face of growing investor scrutiny.

Inside the Boardroom: Resilience Planning in Action

This interactive session places directors inside the boardroom during moments of disruption. Through tabletop exercises and real-world scenarios, participants will explore how boards can apply structured frameworks to assess geopolitical risk, anticipate threats, and make decisive decisions under pressure. Designed as a classroom-style session, this breakout provides practical tools to strengthen oversight and build a proactive board response strategy in an increasingly uncertain world.

Reputation & Response: How Boards Navigate Shareholder Activism

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.

Navigating Global Markets: Trade, Tariffs, and Supply Chain Strategy

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.

Strengthening Oversight: Risk Management and Board Resilience

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.