In Episode 110 of Women Disrupting Tech, Marian Spier and Simone van Bijsterveldt discuss their journey as founders of FEM-Start, an organization dedicated to empowering female entrepreneurs. They share insights on the challenges women face in securing funding, the importance of visibility and networking, and the need for systemic change in the investment landscape. The discussion highlights the significance of education, confidence, and collaboration in supporting female founders, as well as the aspirations for FEM-Start to create a global platform for women in business.More
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Podcast covering Venture Capital in Tech. My guest may be an investor.
How The Angel Initiative Is Closing the Gender Funding Gap with Laurie Lancee | Show notes for episode 99 of Women Disrupting Tech
In this conversation, Laurie Lancee shares her journey from a corporate finance background to becoming the managing director of the Angel Initiative, focusing on empowering female investors and supporting female-led startups. She discusses the challenges faced in fundraising, particularly as a woman. She emphasizes the importance of closing the gender funding gap. The conversation also explores the unique perspectives and investment strategies of female investors, the mission of the Angel Initiative, and the pitching process for female founders. In this conversation, Laurie Lancee discusses the challenges and opportunities for female founders in the startup ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive investment spaces. She shares insights on the selection process for startups, the criteria used for investment, and the positive feedback received from both founders and investors. The discussion also touches on the future of angel investing, the need for gender equity in funding, and strategies for engaging male investors in the conversation.More
Three Essential Tips for Female Founders to Fundraise Effectively
It takes more than a great idea to raise money. Especially if you’re a female founder. You already know the numbers. What you need now is a strategy that works for you. On Women Disrupting Tech, I’ve heard stories from founders and investors who’ve been in the arena. And three things keep coming up when…More
Making Health Data Work for Everyone with Sara Okhuijsen and Nima Salami | Show notes for episode 98 of Women Disrupting Tech
In this conversation, Sarah Okhuijsen and Nima Salami, founders of OASYS NOW, share their journey in creating a platform aimed at making personalized medicine accessible to everyone. They discuss their backgrounds in DNA and bioinformatics, the challenges faced in clinical trials, and the importance of a patient-centric approach to data privacy and security. The conversation also touches on their vision for scaling the platform globally and the significance of building trust within the healthcare ecosystem. In this engaging conversation, Sara and Nima share their experiences in pitching, fundraising, and building a diverse team in the health tech sector. They discuss the importance of crafting a compelling pitch, the challenges of fundraising, and the significance of investor relationships. The duo emphasizes the value of diversity in their founding team and how it contributes to their mission of creating inclusive technology. They also reflect on the challenges they face as startup founders and the intrinsic motivation that drives them to persevere.More
Funding and Building the Future of Venture Capital With Michelle ter Laak | Show notes for episode 94 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 94 of Women Disrupting Tech, Michelle Ter Laak from Arches Capital discusses innovation in venture capital. Key insights include the role of AI, the importance of diversity, and how women funding women serves as a stepping stone. The conversation emphasizes collaboration, visibility, and the necessity for role models in achieving equity.More
The Message That Changed the Future of Th3rd with Esther Bisschop | Show notes for episode 93 of Women Disrupting Tech
Esther Bisschop’s journey from employee to entrepreneur culminates in her company’s acquisition by Snap Inc. This podcast episode emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts, resilience, and the power of bold actions. Listeners can gain practical insights on navigating startup challenges and fostering inclusion in tech through community support and personal reinvention.More
Taking Venture Capital Beyond Bias with Sophie Heijenberg | Show notes for episode 92 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 92 of Women Disrupting Tech, Sophie Heijenberg challenges bias in venture capital, advocating for diversity in investments. She emphasizes that backing female founders benefits everyone and highlights the need for a mindset shift in VC, focusing on talent over traditional qualifications. The episode encourages collective efforts to create an inclusive funding landscape in tech.More
Gespreksstarters voor een gelijkwaardiger investeringsklimaat met Fleur van Leijsen | Show notes on episode 73 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 73 of Women Disrupting Tech, Fleur van Leijsen discusses the challenges women face in raising funds compared to men. She shares insights from her research, including conversation starters designed to address biases between investors and female founders. The episode emphasizes the need for improving gender equality in startup funding.More
Creating The Culture Shift Towards Inclusion with Constantijn van Oranje | Show notes on episode 70 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 70 of Women Disrupting Tech, Constantijn van Oranje discusses making inclusion a core value in technology. He emphasizes data-driven diversity, shares his personal journey influenced by role models like Neelie Kroes, and provides actionable steps for companies to foster inclusive environments. The episode underscores inclusion as essential for better outcomes.More
The Power of Financial Inclusion for a Better Planet with Kimberly Ofori | Show Notes on Episode 54 of Women Disrupting Tech
Kimberly Ofori, founder of The Bold New Company, discusses the need for more sustainable and inclusive tech solutions for financial inclusion in episode 54 of Women Disrupting Tech. She highlights biases in funding for femtech startups and emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives and understanding problems as opportunities. More