Sophia Lisaius

Sophia Lisaius’ Biography

Sophia Lisaius, Vice President of People & Culture at Xsolla, is a dedicated and innovative leader. With over 7 years of experience at Xsolla, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s human resources strategy and fostering a positive, productive workplace environment. Sophia’s career is a testament to her unwavering commitment to creating the ultimate employee experience, and she continues to drive company success through her strategic and people-focused approach.

As VP of People & Culture since February 2022, Sophia has been instrumental in Xsolla’s global HR strategy. She demonstrates her leadership by managing a team of over 35 people and implementing comprehensive education and training programs to enhance employee experience and performance. Before her current role, she served as Director of Human Resources & Employee Experience, where she managed global HR functions, developed performance management systems, and coordinated company-wide educational initiatives. She previously served as Office and Employee Experience Manager, overseeing HR, office management, compliance,... Sophia Lisaius, Vice President of People & Culture at Xsolla, is a dedicated and innovative leader. With over 7 years of experience at Xsolla, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s human resources strategy and fostering a positive, productive workplace environment. Sophia’s career is a testament to her unwavering commitment to creating the ultimate employee experience, and she continues to drive company success through her strategic and people-focused approach.

As VP of People & Culture since February 2022, Sophia has been instrumental in Xsolla’s global HR strategy. She demonstrates her leadership by managing a team of over 35 people and implementing comprehensive education and training programs to enhance employee experience and performance. Before her current role, she served as Director of Human Resources & Employee Experience, where she managed global HR functions, developed performance management systems, and coordinated company-wide educational initiatives. She previously served as Office and Employee Experience Manager, overseeing HR, office management, compliance, and employee engagement.

Sophia’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Design and Applied Arts from the University of California, Davis, and the Program for Leadership Development (PLD) from Harvard Business School. She has also completed various executive education programs focusing on corporate performance and strategic planning.

Outside of her professional life, Sophia is not just a leader but also someone who values community, hard work, and the balance between creativity and structure. Her dedication to fostering a supportive and dynamic work culture is evident in her every action, and she is always eager to connect with new people and exchange ideas. She is an active member of Chief, a private network empowering women leaders. READ MORE VIEW LESS

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Sophia Lisaius’ Background

Xsolla

Vice President of People & Culture

Feb 2022 - Present

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Xsolla is a global financial technology and video game commerce company that supports developers throughout the entire game lifecycle. The organization offers services spanning funding, marketing, distribution, and monetization, helping studios bring products to market efficiently and generate sustainable revenue through its global partner network.

Xsolla

HR roles

Jun 2018 - Feb 2022

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Sophia joined Xsolla in 2018 and progressed internally from Office & Employee Experience Manager to Director of HR and, in 2022, to her current role as VP of People & Culture.

California Advocates, Inc.

Executive Administrator

Dec 2015 - Apr 2018

California Advocates is California’s oldest contract advocacy and association management firm, combining public policy lobbying with full-service support for professional associations, including membership and event management. Sophia gained experience as an Executive Administrator, managing over 2,000 members by processing dues, maintaining the membership database, responding to member concerns, and assisting with administrative tasks and large conferences.

TIDE Academy

Administrative Assistant

Jun 2015 - Dec 2015

Menlo Park, CA, USA

TIDE Academy is a small public high school focused on supporting students academically and socially in a collaborative environment that prepares them for college and careers, with an emphasis on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education and personalized learning.

University of California, Davis

Athletic Advisory Committee

Sep 2014 - Jun 2015

Davis, CA, USA

Appointed by the University’s Chancellor, Sophia served on the UC Davis Athletic Advisory Committee, a group that helps guide campus athletic programs. Sophia attended monthly meetings, raised students' concerns so they were heard and addressed, and worked with committee members to complete projects supporting the university’s athletic mission.

UC Davis Student Athlete Advisory Committee

Mar 2013 - Jun 2015

Davis, CA, USA

At UC Davis, Sophia was active on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, helping plan fundraisers that raised money for charities, student activities and local groups. She also sat on the Title IX Committee, ensuring the university’s compliance with Title IX, the federal law prohibiting sex-based discrimination in education programs and athletics.

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Executives at Xsolla: Berkley Egenes, Leon Perry, Valentina Sevodina, Aleksandr Sayfuranov, Sam Gaglani, Olga Kovinova, Sophia Lisaius

Sophia Lisaius, Vice President of People & Culture at Xsolla

Sophia Lisaius, Xsolla's Vice President of People & Culture

Memberships

Chief

Member

Nov 2023 - Present

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Chief is a private, membership-based professional network for senior women executives that helps them grow their influence, connect with peers, and accelerate leadership impact. Members gain access to vetted communities, executive coaching, curated events, workshops and clubhouses designed to support women leaders as they advance and shape the future of leadership.

Training & Management Courses

Harvard Business School

The Program for Leadership Development (PLD)

2023

Cambridge, MA, USA

Harvard Business School’s Program for Leadership Development (PLD) is an executive education program designed for mid-career professionals poised for greater leadership responsibility. It blends on-campus and virtual learning to increase business understanding and strengthen decision-making and leadership skills.

Sophia Lisaius’ Education

University of California, Davis

Bachelor of Arts | Design and Applied Arts

2011 - 2015

Vice President of People & Culture

Xsolla

Los Angeles, CA, USA

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