In this conversation, Cat Middleton, General Partner at The Venture Collective, shares a vulnerable moment when she questions her place in venture capital. She discusses her motivation to make a difference and create a more inclusive environment. While charing her unlikely journey to VC, she addresses imposter syndrome, the fear of failure and success, and how she sees the value of authentic connections and humanizing interactions as one of the major keys to the game.

From how she assess early-stage founders to AI to healthcare and working moms, we cover a lot of ground and show why unexpected paths are necessary for change.