Breaking the 2% Barrier: Funding Women Entrepreneurs with Catherine Gray

In our latest episode of Finding Fearless, we had the privilege of speaking with Catherine Gray, general partner at Silicon Valley Women Founders Fund and CEO of She Angel Investors. Her journey from advertising executive to venture capital pioneer offers powerful insights into the transformation happening in the investment landscape. Key themes include:The unique challenges women face in securing venture capital funding.The power of storytelling in shifting investment culture towards greater equity.Strategies for fostering increased representation and investment in women-led ventures.The impact and reception of Catherine"s documentary "Show Her the Money" and its broader influence.Opportunities for listeners to engage with venture capital and feminist funding initiatives. 00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless 00:54 Meet Catherine Gray: A Game-Changer for Female Founders 01:22 Catherine"s Journey and the Venture Capital Landscape 04:49 The Impact of "Show Her the Money" 09:43 The Power of Community and Networking 14:44 Investing in Women: A Smart Choice 22:13 Resources and Next Steps for Aspiring Investors 35:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Connect & Learn More Here"s how you can engage with Catherine’s work: Website: www.showherthemoneymovie.com  LinkedIn  Connect with Fearless Foundry: Fearless Foundry Madeline Reeves Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless! Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry. Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.