How To Fundraise During Covid-19, with Laura Connell, Principal at Balderton

Welcome to the latest episode of the Invest Her Podcast!

Today, we're diving into the incredible journey of Allison Byers, Founder of Scroobious and a beacon of change and innovation in the funding ecosystem.

Allison Byers has earned the title of the Swiss Army Knife of funding and fundraising. From launching a company dedicated to making fundraising more accessible to underrepresented founders to advocating for legal changes in the United States funding landscape and stepping into the role of an angel investor, Allison's multifaceted career is nothing short of remarkable. Get the links to the resources mentioned in this episode and learn more in the Show Notes here; https://bit.ly/InvestHerPodcastEp44InvestinginChangeAllisonByersScroobious  

In this inspiring episode of the InvestHer Podcast, your host Anne Ravanona delves into the incredible journey of Sarah Dusek, co-founder of Under Canvas and Enygma Ventures. From experiencing a significant business failure to selling a business for $100 million and becoming a venture capitalist focused on empowering women entrepreneurs in Africa, Sarah's story is nothing short of remarkable. Join us as Sarah shares her insights on entrepreneurship, overcoming challenges, and the power of believing in your vision. Get the links to the resources mentioned in this episode and learn more in the Show Notes here; https://bit.ly/InvestHerPodcastEp43SarahDusekEnygmaVentures 

In today’s episode, we’re excited to delve into an inspiring conversation with Dora Palfi, the Co-Founder and CEO of Imagi. Dora shares her journey of creating a revolutionary approach to coding education, aimed at building a diverse and inclusive tech workforce for the future.

Imagi is not just a coding platform; it's a movement to redefine the way girls and boys engage with technology from an early age. Dora discusses how Imagi's unique solutions, such as the 'Imagi Charm' and their interactive app, are making waves in tech education by emphasizing creativity, collaboration, and inclusivity.

Join us as we explore Imagi’s mission, the challenges of diversifying technology, and the importance of early coding education. We'll also dive into Dora's funding journey, offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs navigating the world of startup finance.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, an investor, or simply passionate about education and technology, this episode is packed with inspiring stories and practical advice. Let's discover how Imagi is shaping the future of tech, one code at a time! Get the links to the resources mentioned in this episode and learn more in the Show Notes here; https://bit.ly/InvestHerPodcast-Ep41-Dora-Palfi-Imagi 

Tune in to the Latest Episode of Invest Her Podcast: Trailblazing VC Funding in Singapore & Investing in Women Founders with Field Pickering, Managing Partner at Vulpes Ventures. Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of venture capital and discover how gender diversity is reshaping investment strategies? Join us on the Invest Her Podcast for an inspiring and enlightening conversation with Field where he shares how Vulpes Ventures is breaking new ground by focusing on gender diversity in their investments, the role of networking and perseverance for women entrepreneurs seeking funding. Get the links to the resources mentioned in this episode and learn more in the Show Notes here: https://bit.ly/InvestHer-Podcast-Ep-42-Field-Pickering-Managing-Partner-Vulpes-Ventures 

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Gabriela Isas, founder and CEO of Good With, as she delves into the transformative world of financial education for young adults. In this episode, Gabriela unveils her unique journey to empower the 18-30 age bracket with innovative, AI-driven money management tools. Discover how Good With leverages behavioral science and technology to revolutionize financial literacy, and how Gabriela's passion is shaping a new era in fintech. Whether you're a young adult navigating your financial pathway or an enthusiast for cutting-edge financial solutions, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and practical advice. Learn about their funding journey so far and key resources they used that could be useful to you too. Tune in to explore how Good With is not just changing the game in financial education but also positively impacting lives. Don't miss this inspiring story of innovation and empowerment! Get the links to the resources mentioned in this episode and learn more in the Show Notes here.

🌿 Dive into the world of Cleantech with Mona Hornung, co-founder and CEO of Novo, in our latest episode of Invest Her Podcast. Mona shares her riveting journey from consulting to leading a groundbreaking Cleantech startup in Germany. Discover how Novo is revolutionizing building energy efficiency, the challenges and triumphs of her entrepreneurial path, and the insights from their successful funding journey. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about innovation, sustainability, and women's impactful role in tech. Tune in to hear Mona's invaluable advice for women founders embarking on their fundraising adventures. Join us for an inspiring conversation that delves into making a cleaner world, one building at a time.

Learn more about Mona and get valuable resources mentioned in the episode Show Notes here

This week, you'll learn meet Lara Solomon, Founder &CEO of Hoopsy, the sustainable pregnancy test making waves. Lara is a serial entrepreneur who decided to create a medical device company to help millions of women, building on her own personal fertility journey, where she wondered where were the sustainable pregnancy tests that didn't add more plastic waste to the planet. She didn't find them, so she created her own! Join us as you learn from her experience building her product and raising money on the way.

Learn more about Lara and access the valuable resources shared in this episode on our Show Notes here.

This week, we have the pleasure of welcoming Gustavo Stecher, our long-time partner and the founder and CEO of Membranding. Gustavo is an extraordinary professional with extensive experience in global branding identity, particularly in startup branding, social branding and city branding. Join us as you learn how startups and emerging funds can use branding identity to get funded faster.

Learn more about Gustavo and access the valuable resources shared in this episode on our Show Notes here.

Great VCs and fund managers can come from anyway and Jenna Bryant, a true force of nature is living proof of that. Together with her co-founder Jordan Noone, both from non-traditional backgrounds, they created Embedded Ventures as a next generation VC firm investing in early -stage startups in deeptech and space, that can serve the U.S. Department of Defense. With a degree in fashion design and a passion for dance, she started her career as a tech recruiter, blazing a trail in emerging tech startups, before becoming a venture capitalist and in turn co-founding Embedded Ventures. Fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a truly wild ride into deeptech and space tech investing, learn more about Embedded Ventures and who they invest in and get key insights into space tech funding as well as practical key tips for women founders and those who want to get into VC. Ready for Lift Off? You're in the right place!  Have a listen and get all the resources in the show notes here: https://bit.ly/InvestHerPodcast-Ep36-JennaBryant

Did you know that today, only 1% of global corporate procurement goes to women-owned businesses? In 2023? Why is it that so few big corporates buy from women-owned businesses and what can women entrepreneurs do to win key contracts with them? Supply chain diversity is not only a buzzword, it's an imperative, if we are to unlock more global growth and close the global pay and customer gap for women founders. That's where WEConnect International comes in. They are on a mission to drive more money into the hands of women and help them better compete in the global marketplace. In this episode, you'll learn from Paulina Dri-Rabell, Market Lead for France, about how WEConnect helps women-owned businesses get certified and enter the corporate supply chain successfully, all over the world.  Learn why this can help more women owned businesses get luctrative corporate contracts, all about the certification process and how access to markets is a key funding and growth strategy for women founders. Paulina also shares her key tips to women founders on how build great relationships with corporates and much more! Get more information about WEConnect and the certification process in the show notes here: