Strands of Hope

Sophie is Managing Director of her Family Office and serves as Chair of the Dahan Family Foundation, where she leads on strategy, investment activity, and the development of its charitable work. She plays a central role in guiding grant-making, building partnerships, and supporting initiatives with a focus on long-term impact.

She studied International Development in the UK, with a focus on the NGO sector, and has been involved in a number of voluntary and strategic projects with charitable organisations. Earlier in her career, Sophie worked with a Netherlands-based company through a period of significant growth, remaining with the business until its eventual acquisition.

Sophie was honoured to be invited to join Strands of Hope as a trustee, having first been introduced to the organisation through its work. She feels a strong personal connection to its mission, particularly in its support of vulnerable young people, and is inspired by the care, empathy, and sense of community that underpin its work.

With a degree in Tax and Revenue Law and more than 20 years of experience in the finance sector, Katie brings a deep understanding of governance, compliance, and strategic oversight to the charity. Alongside her professional career, she is the co-founder and director of a specialist events company, created with her business partner after identifying a gap in the market for a more bespoke and tailored service within the corporate and charity sectors.

Her work in events has strengthened her passion for fundraising, community engagement, and creating meaningful experiences that help people connect with the causes they support. She is particularly committed to this charity's mission and feels immensely proud to be considered for the role of trustee. Her goal is to help broaden understanding of the charity's work and bring people together to make a lasting impact.