Sisters with Ventures
Lisha Bell is hosting a podcast series to amplify the voices and stories of BIPOC Angel Investors to inspire women of all backgrounds to pursue venture capitalism as a means of creating positive change. For each episode, Lisha is inviting women in positions of power who are working to be a part of the change they want to see in the world to share their stories. Not only have these women conquered a male-dominated industry, they have taken on the necessary burden educating others in the industry on the importance of diversified portfolios.
Episodes
Summary
In this episode of Sisters with Ventures, Carol Tarr from the Phenix Capital group shares her journey and experiences in the venture capital ecosystem. She discusses her upbringing in Chicago, her academic pursuits in East Asian studies and religion, and her work in sales and real estate. Carol also talks abo...
Empowering Women Founders: The Path to Inclusive Innovation with Kendra Bracken-Ferguson
Supporting Black women founders is not only a moral imperative but also a strategic necessity. Black women bring a unique perspective, resilience, and innovation to the entrepreneurial landscape. Their success is a testamen...
Becoming a Venture capitalist (VC) can be one of the most rewarding experiences. Investing with the aim of making a positive impact and witnessing the growth of the product or company you've supported is truly gratifying. In particular, directing investments towards Black women founders is a potent means of instigating transformative change an...
A Journey into Angel Investing with Amanda Schwartz Ramirez
Are you passionate about helping marginalized founders? Have you considered becoming an angel investor? Where and how do you start? Becoming an angel investor begins with a passion and continuous learning. As you grow your investment portfolio, it is importa...
Bridging the gap in generational wealth building for people of color is a critical issue that extends beyond its direct impact on the Black community; it affects all of us. True progress and prosperity can only be achieved when everyone is given an equal opportunity to participate in spaces where innovative leadership can thrive and access to gene...
Building Your Muscle of Advocacy: Enhancing Equitable Investing with Sydney Thomas
You can't be a black woman making the investment world better and equitable without being an advocate. Whether you are speaking up and taking action to support marginalized voices, fair investment opportunities, and promoting equity, your ro...
We are celebrating LA tech week, and we had a remarkable event showcasing the unwavering confidence of women of color. The event was hosted by our esteemed dual guests, who recognized the lack of representation for women of color in their fields. Determined to address this disparity, they embarked on launching an initiative during LA Tech Week, wh...
Black Women in VC: Breaking Barriers and Driving Change in the Industry with Qiana Patterson
In the expanding world of venture capital, there are still many hurdles to overcome when it comes to diversity and inclusivity. Our guest, a trailblazing black female Venture Capitalist, shares her experiences navigating the industry and provides valuable insights on how to succeed as a single black female VC. But it's not just about p...
Investing Into Venture Capital Funds with Kimberley Nixon
We need more black women on cap tables as limited partners, equity holders, and owners. There is a lot of media coverage on disparities between black and white families in paycheck, mortgage rates, wealth, and worse single black mothers have been put in a negative net worth. All these are negative reinforcements, and we need a story that is beyond black people not making en...
As women of color, we havent had numerous privileges to become rich, but there are opportunities that we can leverage to build generational wealth and a better future for ourselves. Being an investor allows you to be yourself and give other people access and an opportunity to be their authentic selves. Small businesses are the root and pathway to a strong future; empowering and supporting them is contributing to the ...
Black women have encountered challenges over the past years, especially in startups. Though equality has been championed, black women still have to experience additional challenges in raising capital, being marginalized, and being denied opportunities, even if they are qualified. However, some women have risen above these storms and succeeded in the startup economy. Cheryl Contee is one of those black women who join us today to sha...
Black women have encountered challenges over the past years, especially in startups. Though equality has been championed, black women still have to experience additional challenges in raising capital, being marginalized, and being denied opportunities, even if they are qualified. However, some women have risen above these storms and succeeded in the startup economy. Cheryl Contee is one of those black women who join us today to...
There is no secret formula to investing. Its all about believing in yourself. There are many profitable options but making a sacrifice and going for it makes all the difference. We all know what we are doing, and when we believe and focus, we achieve. There is no failure in life but learning or winning. Each of us knows who we are, what matters to us, and what we want deep inside. Dont waste so much energy doubting yourself, lookin...
Angel investing is investing in early-stage startups with the potential for high growth that is not yet publicly traded. The investing may be in the form of funding, advice, and resources to new businesses that cannot attract other forms of venture capital. It is a way for investors to help entrepreneurs refine their ideas and turn them into tangible products. Becoming an angel investor can be as easy as finding a startup you belie...
LA Riots, 30 years later, a conversation with Dad
This is a very special episode of SWV, featuring my Dad, Billy Bell. The Los Angeles riots were a series of race riots that occurred in the city of Los Angeles in 1992. The riots began on April 29, 1992, and lasted for six days, causing $1 billion in property damage. The riots were triggered by the acquittal of four police officers who had been videotaped beating Rod...
Representation in different sectors is important, particularly for those who are from a minority group. There are indeed people who have never had a teacher or seen in the industries they want to be in people that look like them. This makes them feel like they dont have an avenue to be successful or pursue their dreams. Representation means everything, and it matters what language we use and how we narrate and storytell it around o...
Black and Latinx women make up about 20.3% of the US population as of 2019, accounting for about 47% of all women-owned businesses. However, these minority founders receive less funding than their white counterparts, despite findings that they are more likely to believe in the American dream. So, what can be done to encourage more angel investing in businesses founded by minorities?
Join the conversation with Jill Johnson as...
There are many ways to invest your money. However, when it comes to investments that align with your values and contribute to the growth of society, there are fewer options that you can consider, such as angel investing. Angel investors take a risk on new startups that may not be able to achieve success on their own because they require additional funding. Investing in a startup allows you to invest in companies that align with you...
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