Sofia Kouzinopoulos
About Sofia Kouzinopoulos
Sofia Kouzinopoulos serves as the Chief People Officer at Vestiaire Collective, where she has worked since 2022. With a strong background in HR management and organizational design, she has held key positions at notable companies including Facebook, Yahoo!, and Accenture.
Work at Vestiaire Collective
Sofia Kouzinopoulos serves as the Chief People Officer at Vestiaire Collective, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the company's human resources strategies and fostering a positive workplace culture. Her leadership is instrumental in driving organizational effectiveness and employee engagement within the company, which operates in the fashion resale market.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Vestiaire Collective, Sofia Kouzinopoulos held significant roles in various organizations. She worked at Facebook as the EMEA HR Director from 2014 to 2021, where she managed human resources strategies across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Prior to that, she was a Managing Consultant at PA Consulting from 2004 to 2008, specializing in organizational design and change management.
Education and Expertise
Sofia Kouzinopoulos has a strong academic background in human resources management. She earned her MSc from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. Additionally, she completed an Executive Education program at Harvard Business School in 2023. Her education complements her extensive experience in international HR management, particularly in organizational design and change management.
Background in Consulting and HR
Sofia Kouzinopoulos began her career in human resources consulting, working at Deloitte from 2000 to 2002 and Accenture from 2002 to 2004. She also held a position at Yahoo! as HR International Engineering for the EU and APAC regions from 2008 to 2009. Her diverse consulting background has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of HR practices across different industries and regions.
Mentorship and Support for Entrepreneurs
In addition to her corporate roles, Sofia Kouzinopoulos actively mentors entrepreneurs through Endeavor Greece. This initiative supports the growth of startups, reflecting her commitment to fostering innovation and development within the entrepreneurial community.