Sophie Rutkowski

Founded Communities Community & Events Manager

Sophie joined the Founded team in May 2026. An NC State graduate with a major in Entrepreneurship, she first connected with Raleigh Founded through the Entrepreneurship Clinic class and quickly became a fan of the community. Before joining the team, Sophie was a venue manager for a wedding venue, where she learned the value of creating exceptional experiences and meaningful connections. She now enjoys bringing those skills to Founded by helping members engage with one another and feel at home in the space. In her free time, Sophie enjoys traveling to new countries, following Formula 1, and exploring local coffee shops around Raleigh and Cary.

Team Members

Christopher Gergen
Noah Miano
Rebekah Gregg
Saraiya Mills
Jes Lipson
Jason Widen
David Williams
Brooks Bell