Amanda joined Sofinnova in 2019 as an Executive Assistant and is responsible for providing administrative support to Jim Healy, Mike Van, Hooman Shahlavi, Jim Brody, and Gina Baker.
Prior to joining Sofinnova, Amanda was an experienced professional with a strong background in executive support and operations. At Floodgate Ventures, she provided executive support to both Managing Partners and took on additional responsibilities as Office Manager. Before joining Floodgate, Amanda supported two Directors at McKinsey & Company and gained critical problem-solving skills as a 911 Emergency Dispatcher for the San Jose Fire Department. Earlier in her career, she held the position of Director at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes and began her professional journey as a Montessori preschool teacher.
Amanda graduated Cal State University Hayward with a degree in Human Development.