Meet Sofia

Hi! I’m so glad you’re here.

You’ve balanced the demanding roles of motherhood and career, showing incredible resilience.

But as you evolved, so have your aspirations. You seek more than stability and flexibility now—you’re ready for a career that challenges and fulfills you, making an impact that matters to you.

The path forward seems unclear, though, and you’re afraid to step into the unknown.

That’s where I come in.

I understand the challenges and joys of balancing motherhood with career aspirations.

In 2010, standing at a career crossroads, I chose to leave behind the security of my job in Helsinki to embark on an entrepreneurial adventure with two friends in Germany.

The 12 years I spent with the company were invaluable professionally and personally. Still, in 2019, motherhood completely reshaped the vision I had for my career and prompted me to focus on coaching and mentoring.

The WHY behind what I do.

Motherhood marks a period that significantly reduces women’s representation in impactful roles. I’m committed to doing my share to change that trend.

In my work with mothers, I equip them with the tools they need to advance their careers post-maternity, and they become catalysts for change – creating opportunities, serving as role models, and influencing systemic shifts within organizations and society at large.

I created Career Spark for Moms to support mothers who are ready to reignite their careers, to create a plan with purpose, raise visibility, and take savvy actions.

You deserve a career that lights up your life. Let’s make it happen!

About Sofia

Sofia lives in Portugal with her husband, their son, and their rescue dog.

A lifelong learner and avid reader, she used to spend long Winter hours in old and cosy bookstores in Berlin.

Now, you’ll often find her immersed in coloring books and LEGO with her son or catching up with a friend when she’s not working with clients.

She loves intense workouts and sarcastic humor, and her mind is always on the hunt for the next idea to drive equity, purposeful leadership, and protect the environment.

Sofia’s Professional Background and Education

  • Professional Certificate in Executive Coaching from Henley Business School, an ICF, AC and EMCC Accredited Coaching Program
  • Co-Active Coaching training from Co-Active Training Institute, an ICF Accredited Coaching Program (ACTP)
  • Master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, and Madeira University, Portugal
  • BS in Clinical Psychology, ISPA, Lisbon
  • Co-founder of a Fintech company (Mambu) with leadership roles in Talent Acquisition and Organizational Culture
  • Mentor for founders at Creative Destruction Lab, Oxford University
  • Advisor and coach at Defiance Capital

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