Sophie Panarese

Sophie Panarese is a driving force in the venture capital ecosystem, serving as the Platform & Operations lead at 186 Ventures. She focuses on building robust internal operations and fostering community and portfolio support, ensuring founders receive tailored assistance beyond just capital, particularly across key tech hubs like Boston, NYC, SF, and LA. medium+4

With a strong background in finance and investment, Sophie built foundational expertise in portfolio construction and asset allocation during her time at Cambridge Associates. This experience, combined with her financial analyst and business planning roles at The TJX Companies, provides her with a comprehensive understanding of both institutional investment landscapes and operational execution. buzzsprout+2

Sophie is an accomplished athlete, having played Women's Varsity Tennis at Georgetown University where she was team captain and earned BIG EAST Player of the Week. Her early tennis career, starting at age six and including recognition for sportsmanship and leadership from Milton Academy and the USTA, highlights her dedication, competitive spirit, and leadership qualities. guhoyas+2