Hi, I’m Sophie!
I work with the real changemakers:
startups, incubators, corporates, and governments who want to turn bold ideas into reality, achieve traction, secure funding, and create meaningful impact.
Entrepreneur &
Growth Hacker
Founder, LeanSprintr & Taotter
Level-3 LEANSTACK-Certified Mentor | Incubation Programs Consultant, Qatar Development Bank | Startup Trainer & Coach, Qatar Business Incubation Center
I’ve been on every side of the table — young freelancer, broke startup founder, program designer, and early-stage angel investor — and I know the journey is faster (and far less painful) when you have the right people, tools, and mindset.
My work is shaped by Ash Maurya’s Continuous Innovation Framework. Through Taotter’s Premier Partnership with LEANSTACK, we help startups take the guesswork out of early-stage validation as they execute effectively with trained freelance talent via LeanSprintr.
1:1 Sessions, Training,
and Mentorship
Startup Coaching & Group Training - In Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, or Online
I help:
Early-stage founders turn raw ideas into fundable business models
Investors spot validated opportunities early
Accelerators, corporates, and governments design high-impact innovation programs
With 10+ years in entrepreneurship, my approach is hands-on, results-driven, and no-BS — bridging continuous innovation with sustainable execution.
Trainings and Bootcamps
30-day Business Model Design (BMD)
90-day Launch Bootcamp
120-day Fundraising Bootcamp
“ Sophie knows what she talks about first hand and she has a deep knowledge about the whereabouts of successful startups.
She can coach from the beginning of an idea to a running business. “
Dino Palazzi
Co-Founder, Axon
“ After working with Sophie, we gained clarity and confidence about the steps we needed to take. Her guidance helped us align our efforts and move forward with focus. “
Sang Choi
Co-Founder, Cookie Langs
“ Sophie has been a great coach in my startup journey showing the bigger picture and how to think bigger as I went along. I have gotten great insights from her in the Lean startup program and help into how to further better my startup and myself as a person.
Really grateful to have had the chance to be mentored by Sophie in the LSP which has been a huge reason that has allowed me to advance and reach the finals. “
Fares Mahmoud
Co-Founder, Agricope
“ I’m incredibly grateful for the guidance and support provided by Ms. Sophie.
She has offered invaluable insights and unwavering support whenever I needed it, no matter the challenges we faced.
As a startup founder herself, she understands the journey intimately, and now, as a mentor, her rich experience working with startups at various stages has been invaluable to us.
Ms. Sophie has always been available to offer advice and encouragement, helping us navigate obstacles with confidence. “
Noufal Rasheed
Co-Founder, Edgage
“ Working with Sophie has been immensely valuable for me and my startup, Guide My World.
As a founder, I face so many challenges that can feel overwhelming, but Sophie’s coaching gave me the clarity and direction I needed. She helped me focus on what truly matters, offering strategic advice and a fresh perspective that made a real difference.
Sophie’s approach is not just practical, but also deeply supportive- she helped me build confidence in my decisions and navigate tough moments.
I’m so grateful for her support and would recommend her to any entrepreneur looking to take their business to the next level. “
Alyona
Founder, Guide my World
