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Sophie Kennedy
Joint-CEO
EQ Investors
As joint-CEO, Sophie has oversight and responsibility for all aspects of EQ’s investment activities. She is chair of the investment management committee and serves on EQ’s executive management team and board of directors.
Sophie joined EQ in 2015 as an investment analyst, specialising in open and closed-end funds, as well as tax-efficient investments including the Enterprise Investment Scheme and Venture Capital Trusts. Prior to joining EQ, she began her career at Tilney Bestinvest in 2011.
Sophie holds a MSc in Finance & Economics from the University of London and is a CFA Charterholder.
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