Daria Yaniieva

Daria Yaniieva, PhD, is a seasoned professional in the fields of defence, technology, and public relations. Currently serving as a Board Member and Mentor at Defence Builder, as well as Head of Defence at Sigma Software Group, Daria is integral to the evaluation of applicant teams and the fundraising process in the Defence Tech landscape. Additionally, Daria holds roles at the Ukrainian Startup Fund as a Startup Evaluation Expert and as Investment Director at Sigma Software Labs, where management of Corporate VC and strategic product development are key responsibilities. With a strong background in PR strategy and event planning evidenced through roles at SID Venture Partners and various other advisory positions, Daria has contributed significantly to the growth of innovative projects and tech startups. Daria obtained a PhD in Management from Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics, further solidifying expertise in the sector.