Greetings, Earthlings! In today's episode of Earthlings 2.0, we delve into the powerful world of venture capital and its significant role in shaping industries by empowering women as leaders and investors. Our guest, Dr. Sara Brand, founding general partner at True Wealth Ventures, shares her insights on investing in women-led companies and how this not only promotes greater equity but also drives superior financial performance.

Restoring Our Faith in Humanity this week is Everlyne Siololo–a trailblazing Maasai woman reshaping conservation efforts in the Masai Mara. As a leader in the Ripoi Conservancy, Everlyne’s work is forging new paths for women in community leadership and conservation, proving that when women lead, society at large benefits.

Key Points:

• Disparities in Venture Capital: An overview of the gender gap in venture funding and executive leadership roles, emphasizing the necessity for more equitable opportunities.
• Impact of Women-Led Ventures: A look at how ventures with female leadership tend to outperform their male counterparts financially, demonstrating the value of diverse leadership.
• Cultural and Systemic Shifts in Venture Capital: Insights into the evolving landscape of venture capital, influenced by changing demographics and investor behavior favoring ethical and inclusive practices.
• The Future Role of Women in Investments: Dr. Brand discusses how the anticipated significant wealth transfer to women could drastically alter investment strategies, focusing more on social and environmental returns.

Voices on The Show: 

• Dr. Sara T. Brand, founding general partner of True Wealth Ventures
• LinkedIn
• Lisa Ann Pinkerton, Earthlings 2.0 Host, CEO of Technica Communications, and Founder of Women in Cleantech and Sustainability 
• LinkedIn: Lisa Ann Pinkerton
• X - Lisa Ann Pinkerton 
• Instagram - @LisiAnni
• Technica Communications 
• Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

Web Resources:

• True Wealth Ventures
• Linkedin

Restoring Our Faith in Humanity: Everlyne Siololo

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