What’s keeping female founders from getting funded? Join me as we hear from FEM-Start co-founders Marian Spier and Simone van Bijsterveldt what needs to change and how their platform helps women raise capital confidently.
We talk about:
02:30 Founding FEM-Start
05:16 Navigating Challenges During COVID-19
08:23 Barriers for Female Entrepreneurs
11:31 The Importance of Visibility and Networking
14:18 Investor Bias and Its Impact
17:25 Educating Female Entrepreneurs
20:11 Confidence in Pitching
23:23 The Role of Bias in Investment Decisions
26:01 Changing the Narrative Around Female Founders
29:04 Myths About Female Entrepreneurs
32:03 The Future of Gender Diversity in Business
33:39 Gender Bias in Leadership and Promotion
36:13 Education Gaps for Women Entrepreneurs
42:07 The Role of FEM-Start in Entrepreneurial Growth
43:47 Personal Experiences Shaping Entrepreneurial Journeys
47:24 Understanding Financial Literacy for Entrepreneurs
52:45 Future Aspirations for FEM-Start
1:00:30 Advocating for Inclusion in Tech Funding
🔗 You can find links to connect with Marian, Simone and FEM-Start in the show notes.
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