The Purse Podcast

 Vicky Pryce is Chief Economic Advisor at the Centre for Economics and Business Research and Visiting Professor at King's College London.She was previously Director General for Economics at the Department for Business Innovation and Skills and Joint head of the UK Government Economic Service. Vicky has held senior roles across the private sector, including senior managing director at FTI consulting, Partner and Chief Economist at KPMG, and Partner at London Economics, following earlier positions in banking and the energy sector.She's also co-founder of Good Cooperation, a frequent media commentator, and the author of many books, including Women versus Capitalism. Her latest book, Mismanaged Decline, co-authored with Andy Ross, will be published by Biteback in November of 2025. We cover the following:01:15 Current state of the UK economy02:28 Business confidence and investment06:17 Employment trends and challenges13:29 Impact of AI on productivity19:57 Inflation and monetary policy22:41 Domestic price issues in the UK23:06 Energy costs and market structure25:42 Trade, global headwinds, and tariffs30:06 Pensions for growth32:42 Autumn budget concerns39:42 Risks and hopes for the UK economy.***

Derek Shaw is Director of Entrepreneurship and Investment, where he leads the teams supporting Scotland's spinouts, startups, and scaling companies with wrap-around support and commercial investment. Under his leadership, Scottish Enterprise co-invests more than £50 million annually, making it Scotland’s most active early-stage investor, and the UK’s fourth largest by volume.The portfolio includes around 330 high growth companies, valued at approximately half a billion pounds.Alison Loveday is part of the extended management team and leads the National High Growth Entrepreneurship team. She focuses on ecosystem development, partnerships, and leadership programs for founders — including Pathways to Scale, a flagship initiative inspired by the 2023 Pathways Report, which supports female founders by upskilling leadership and investment readiness.Together, they're helping to shape Scotland's innovation economy.We cover the following:00:11  Meet Derek Shaw and Alison Loveday02:16  Overview of Scottish Enterprise03:08 Scottish Enterprise's strategic missions07:03 Supporting ambitious Scottish businesses12:06  Collaborations and female founders14:28  Challenges for deep tech companies20:31  Case Study: ZOEX and Ash Penley26:04 Working with universities and research centres28:21  Metrics and measuring success30:12  Supporting female founders35:17  Lessons from recent successes43:27 The future of Scotland's innovation economy.****

 Lorine Pendleton is a seasoned venture capital investor and former media and entertainment lawyer with deep expertise across sports, media, entertainment, and technology.In 2024, she launched 125 Ventures, a New York based VC fund, investing in women's sports, media and tech at the intersection of AI, data and the creator economy. Previously, a partner at Portfolia, she co-launched the Rising America Funds, top performing VC funds with net IRRs in the top 5% of their vintage, and has invested in more than 35 innovative companies as both an angel and VC.We cover the following: 00:10 Meet Lorine Pendleton02:17 Lessons from Prince: The power of ownership04:59 Launching 125 Ventures10:30 The solo GP Experience15:01 Barriers in venture capital24:20 Female founders and investment strategies24:41 Unique perspectives of female investors25:16 Learned experiences27:27 Due diligence in investment29:11 The rise of women's sports30:40 Media rights and market growth31:25 Challenges and opportunities in women's sports33:31 The future of women's sports investment37:48 Engaging with LPs and shifting capital40:25 Encouraging women to invest44:05 Final thoughts***

 Ashley Penley is the founder and CEO of ZOEX, the UK's only female founded wave energy company. She transitioned from 15 years in offshore oil and gas complex installation projects to marine renewables, where she developed a modular wave energy converter that tackles the sector's biggest challenge, high cost.She's also a mother of two, Zoe and Alex, and became a British national after moving to Scotland 25 years ago for her original oil and gas career.We cover the following in our conversation:00:11 Meet Ashley Penley01:45 The challenges of wave energy03:30 The 'Aha moment': Realising the gap in wave energy05:29 Innovative solutions for wave energy07:55 The business model and market potential12:32 Designing ZOEX for real-world conditions19:49 Partnerships and raising capital23:02 Trials and commercial rollout in Turkey25:22 Project setback and recovery27:17 Validation and success27:35 Global attention and future plans28:30 Challenges and personal sacrifices30:08 Company vision and funding31:56 Navigating a male-dominated industry33:29 Balancing family and career37:12 Advice for entrepreneurs***

Tiffany Irving joined Mesirow Wealth Management in 2021 and has 25 years of financial experience. She is a Senior Vice President, Wealth Adviser and a member of the Mesirow Inclusion Council. She provides comprehensive wealth management planning and advice to high-net-worth individuals, families and non-profit organisations.Tiffany is a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners, and Legacy Partners, an association of the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Foundation. She is a Board Member for the Caring Place and the Women’s Impact Fund for the Porter County Community Foundation. She is a frequent speaker on the WGN radio show “Your Money Matters.”Tiffany earned her degree in Finance from DePaul University and her MBA from the University of Phoenix. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®) and holds FINRA licenses.We cover the following:02:09 Tiffany's early money experience03:28 Generational differences in financial perspectives09:28 Financial literacy and confidence among women11:39 Common misconceptions about women and money17:01 Challenges in the financial services industry23:01 The Great Wealth Transfer: are we ready?25:13 The importance of high EQ in financial advisory25:20 Building trust with female clients26:18 Legacy planning and generational wealth29:33 Values-based and impact investing35:42 Female investment in female founders43:05 Closing the gender wealth gap47:15 Final thoughts

Heather Ettinger is the Founder and CEO of Luma Thrive, a boutique coaching and consulting firm dedicated to empowering women of wealth and purpose—and the advisers and institutions that serve them. With over 35 years as a trailblazing adviser and former CEO in wealth management, Heather created Luma Thrive to redefine how women engage with their wealth through life visioning, values alignment, and legacy planning. She is the author of the best-selling book Lumination: Shining a Light on a Woman’s Journey to Financial Wellness and a nationally recognised speaker and thought leader featured in The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, and Bloomberg.Her trademarked Lumination Process™ underpins transformative coaching, keynote speaking, and consulting programs that guide women in aligning resources with purpose, while helping institutions build stronger, more meaningful relationships with female clients. A recipient of the “Women to Watch,” “Icons and Innovators,” Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Savvy Ladies Changemaker awards, Heather has also co-authored pioneering research on women of wealth. She lives in Shaker Heights, Ohio, with her husband and is most proud of raising three community-minded children.We cover the following:01:53 Welcoming Heather Ettinger03:34 Shifts in women's approach to investing08:45 Challenges in the financial industry17:35 Demographic and cultural trends24:44 Women in business and career challenges30:50 The impact of diversity in leadership32:35 Financial planning for women: a holistic approach37:11 Rethinking financial adviser incentives41:12 The role of fintech in closing the gender investing gap45:33 Women using capital for social impact50:18 The influence of US administration on women's financial power53:04 Final message to women.***

Julie Perkins is an accomplished entrepreneur, business owner, purpose-led coach, and growth advocate. She founded Wyseminds after spending 20 years growing Specsavers Opticians in the Netherlands. Through her experiences, both good and bad, she discovered the transformative power of a purpose-driven approach to business growth. This insight inspired her to establish Wyseminds, a platform dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs, helping them achieve growth with greater joy and freedom.We cover the following:00:00 Introduction01:53 Julie’s career journey: From Specsavers to Wyseminds, cancer diagnosis, and finding purpose04:15 Emotional journey: Loneliness, transition from corporate to founder, and the importance of mentorship06:49 Passion to purpose: How founders can reconnect with their vision and values11:12 Value-based recruitment: Building the right team and letting go of misaligned people13:31 Lessons from Specsavers: Purpose-led growth, partnership, and culture16:18 Funding and credibility: When to raise money, bootstrapping, and financial confidence19:22 Stakeholder mapping: Communicating with family, friends, and supporters22:24 Strategy vs. purpose: Diagnosing founder frustration and the importance of realignment24:93 Letting go: The founder’s journey, growth, and the power of release27:33 Mindset shifts: Freedom, release, and realigning with purpose29:53 Personal energy & recovery: Routines, rest, and sustaining long-term entrepreneurship43:33 Final advice: Vision, growth, guardrails, and support for female founders.***

 Sam Smith is a trailblazing entrepreneur, board advisor, and is a passionate advocate for inclusive, purposeful business. Best known as the founding CEO of FinCap, the first female led stockbroking firm in the city, she led the business from a startup within JMFinn to a £50 million investment bank, supporting hundreds of growth companies along their scale and exit journeys.Over 24 years, Sam built what became Cavendish Financial on principles she still champions today: empathetic leadership, inclusive culture, and high impact governance. Her bestselling book, the Secret Source, captures the mindset behind super scaling, empowering talent while staying true to purpose. It's no surprise that one of her favourite reads is Grit by Angela Duckworth, a philosophy she's lived by through every deal, boardroom and pivot points.She now holds multiple NED roles across a range of sectors. In 2023, she co-founded The SuperScalers alongside Rosaleen Blair, CBE, and Ollie Barrett, MBE, a global community on a mission to help underrepresented founders grow from £1 million to £50 million+ in revenue. By connecting high potential entrepreneurs with those who've already scaled, The SuperScalers is shifting the narrative of who gets to build big.Sam is also a committed voice for equity in entrepreneurship. She's advised the UK Government's Taskforce for women-led high growth businesses, contributes to the Scale Up Institute's work on female-led scale-ups, sits on the Everywoman advisory board and is a patron of the Entrepreneurs Network.She's currently campaigning to integrate entrepreneurship into the school curriculum, giving every young person, regardless of background, the tools to shape their own future.This podcast interview was recorded on 18 June, 2025.We cover the following:00:11  Meet Sam Smith02:33 The UK scale-up story for women03:18  Challenges and opportunities for female founders04:44 The importance of community and the ecosystem04:57 Leadership styles and cultural shifts05:51  Blind spots08:31  Funding and capital issues 11:02  The role of government 17:09  Inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem26:33 The power of community 29:38 Building an inclusive innovation ecosystem29:55 Challenges faced by female founders30:29 A new financial system for women31:12  The importance of inclusion in entrepreneurship34:27 The potential of the UK in the global market38:03 The need for a coordinated entrepreneurial ecosystem40:41  Future vision for the UK scale-up ecosystem42:49 The importance of education in entrepreneurship51:44  Action plan for supporting female founders56:06 Final thoughts.***

Vicky Pryce is Chief Economic Adviser and a board member at the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR), and one of the UK’s most respected voices on economic policy and reform.She was previously Joint Head of the UK Government Economic Service, Director General for Economics at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS), and Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting. Earlier in her career, she held senior economic roles in banking, the oil sector, and was a Partner at KPMG.Vicky is a Fellow of the UK Academy of Social Sciences and the Society of Professional Economists, and sits on several advisory boards, including the Economic Advisory Group of the British Chambers of Commerce and the central banking think tank OMFIF. She is also a Patron of Pro-Bono Economics and Working Chance.She is the author of several influential books, including "Women vs Capitalism", "Greekonomics", and "Why Women Need Quotas", and is a frequent contributor to media and public debates on the economy and gender equality.We cover the following:00:52 UK Economy: growth and contraction04:15 Inflation and interest rates07:42 Unemployment and labour market pressures12:43 Tax reform and wealth flight18:07 Spending review and defence budget24:37 Economic challenges and future outlook32:45 Challenges of an aging workforce34:46 Government's role in workforce adaptation36:26 Corporate strategies for inclusivity42:28 HR's role in modern workplaces43:41 Government R&D: how women-led ventures and SMEs can access this48:33 Trade and energy security55:34 UK: economic threats and optimism*The interview was recorded Friday, 13 June****

Melissa Cheong is a Managing Partner of Blackhorn Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm focused on catalysing and scaling industrial resource efficiency investment opportunities. In this role, she balances her time between managing the firm’s strategic goals, partnering, and working with talented and inspiring portfolio company founders, and developing the firm’s investment strategy for current and future funds. Melissa has over 20 years of industry experience, with her most recent roles focused on a range of sustainable investment opportunities. Prior to Blackhorn, Melissa was Chief Investment Officer at ZOMA Capital, the private family office of Ben and Lucy Ana Walton, and held various positions at Treehouse Investments, Imprint Capital (now Goldman Sachs-Imprint), Plainfield Asset Management and Deutsche Bank. Melissa holds a BA in Political Science from the University of Chicago and received an MBA from Columbia Business School, with a concentration in Finance and International Development.We cover the following:00:10 Meet Melissa Cheong: A journey in venture capital02:33 Melissa's investment philosophy and career Insights05:40 The role of family offices in sustainable Investment07:51 Understanding risk and building effective teams11:26 Blackhorn Ventures: focus on resource efficiency15:05 AI and digital infrastructure in heavy industry17:43 Current market challenges and opportunities26:34 Supporting portfolio companies and success stories31:08 Gender diversity in venture capital45:42 Engaging more women LPs in venture52:49 Closing comments

Cary Carbonaro is an award-winning Certified Financial Planner™ professional with over 25 years of experience, and currently serves as Managing Wealth Advisor and Women and Wealth Ambassador for Ashton Thomas. She leads a multi-million dollar financial planning practice, specialising in empowering women to overcome financial challenges and increase their financial literacy.Cary is the author of the bestselling book The Money Queen’s Guide: For Women Who Want to Build Wealth and Banish Fear,  Morgan James, Oct 2015. Cary’s second book.  Women and Wealth: A Playbook To Empower Clients and Unlock Their Fortune,  published by Wiley April 29, 2025.  She serves as a CFP® Board Ambassador, representing the financial industry in the media, and has been honored six times on Investopedia’s Top 100 Financial Advisors list. In 2016, she was awarded the prestigious Investment News Women to Watch recognition. In 2024, Cary was appointed as the sole female member of the Nasdaq Advisor Council.We cover the following:00:13 Meet Cary Carbonaro: Financial expert and author02:13 Cary's journey into wealth management03:48 Empowering women through financial literacy05:20 Challenges faced by women in finance06:39 Cary's professional setbacks and resilience08:19 The financial industry's gender bias13:12 Misconceptions about women and money18:10 The rise of female breadwinners21:03 The Great Wealth Transfer22:55 The future of financial services for women24:43 Core principles of female-centric financial advice25:48 The importance of female leadership in finance26:27 Challenges and opportunities for women in the industry30:29 Emotional ties and financial decisions38:50 Women investing in women entrepreneurs42:48 Rebuilding the financial system for women***

Anthony Fernandez stands at the forefront of the evolving cryptocurrency landscape as the Head of Business Development and Sales at ICONOMI, an FCA-registered digital asset portfolio management firm. With a rich background in asset management, foreign exchange, and cryptocurrency mining & trading, Anthony has become a leading authority in blockchain technology, including DeFi, derivatives trading, and cross-chain solutions.With over 8 years in fintech and wealth management, Anthony has transitioned into the alternative investment space, specialising in Bitcoin and various digital assets. Before his role at ICONOMI, he honed his expertise leading a Bitcoin mining team, helping both professional and retail investors to earn passive income.A sought-after speaker, Anthony illuminates financial seminars with his deep understanding of macroeconomics and the crypto ecosystem. His practical insights guide investors through the intricacies of blockchain investments and the ever-changing digital economy.00:12 Meet Anthony Fernandez: crypto expert02:14 Anthony's journey into the industry04:15 Defining digital assets and ICONOMI's role05:49 The macroeconomic climate 10:19 US administration's impact on digital assets13:19 Business adoption and why it matters16:26 Bitcoin as a hedge against currency debasement19:50 Institutional approach to crypto25:12 Women in crypto: opportunities27:39 How a business start engaging in digital assets

Marcia Dawood is an early-stage investor who serves as the vice-chair on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee. She is a venture partner with Mindshift Capital, a member of Golden Seeds, and the chair emeritus of the Angel Capital Association (ACA), a global professional society for angel investors.She is the author of the award-winning book 'Do Good While Doing Well, Invest for Change, Reap Financial Rewards, and Increase Your Happiness'. She is also an associate producer on the award-winning documentary 'Show Her the Money'.A TEDx speaker and the host of the award-winning Angel Next Door podcast, Marcia walks the talk and holds investments in over fifty early-stage companies and funds. She is committed to expanding support for diverse companies that overcome the world’s biggest problems and accelerate positive change. She is passionate about bridging the gap from early-stage inception to building thriving, profitable companies.Previously, Marcia worked in sales, marketing, and operations for Kaplan Education for over sixteen years. She received an MBA from the University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School.Marcia currently splits her time between New York City and North Carolina with her husband, Izzy, and she feels lucky to be the stepmom to three amazing sons.We cover the following:02:21 The evolution of angel investing02:43 Investment strategies and diversification04:01 Equity crowdfunding and philanthropic investments07:46 Women in investing and healthcare10:58 Evaluating deals and overcoming bias14:56 Impact investing19:49 Challenges and support for startups22:31 Valuation, portfolio construction, and dilution29:22 Exit strategies and economic conditions34:03 The future of angel investing and alternative models36:32 Encouraging more women to invest38:18 Conclusion

Cate Quentin is a Partner and Wealth Manager at Tribe Impact Capital, the UK’s first dedicated Impact Wealth Manager. Cate’s client base of HNW individuals, families and charitable foundations is varied, but she has a particular focus on female wealth holders and inherited wealth. Cate strongly believes in the transformative power of money to achieve both financial returns and positive impact.  Before joining Tribe, Cate spent seven years at Standard Bank Group where she managed the wealth of West African families and individuals and developed the Ghana wealth business from inception. Prior to Standard Bank, Cate worked in consultancy focussing on private sector development across Africa. Cate has an MSc in Development Studies from SOAS University and a PGCert in Philanthropy and Social Investment from Bayes Business School.We cover the following:00:10 Meet Cate Quentin: Partner & Wealth Manager at Tribe Impact Capital02:06 Cate's journey to wealth management05:24 The founding principles of Tribe Impact Capital08:08 The gender Investment gap and female investors14:26 Values-driven investing and impact investing23:20 Defining sustainable investing and its performance33:52 Separating the noise from long-term trends34:24 Exploring asset classes in sustainable impact investment34:59 Exciting developments in the debt space36:42 Challenges and misconceptions in sustainable investing42:50 Political and economic pushback on ESG & DEI51:00 The future of sustainable investing55:17 Encouraging female-led ventures and angel investing59:57 The role of AI and fintech in wealth management01:02:45 Final thoughts ***

Dr. Jelena Janjusevic is Associate Professor of Finance and Head of Accountancy, Economics and Finance at Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University Dubai. She teaches both Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes in finance and economics. She has been a part of the University since 2017. In her 20-year-long working experience, Dr. Janjusevic has worked with government of Montenegro officials, municipalities, social partners, foreign government officials, and international institution representatives ie from the World Bank, IFC, EBRD, USAID, UNDP, CHF, EC. Besides teaching, Dr. Janjusevic has strong managerial and research experience. She has previously been engaged with many different projects dealing with macroeconomics, sustainable development, and public administration capacity building (initiating several reforms in the energy sector, urban planning, financial, health, pension system, education system, investments, business environment, and legislation improvement).We cover the following in our conversation:01:40 Early experiences with money02:17 The taboo of money and financial literacy03:40 Understanding financial stress06:23 Impact of the pandemic on financial stress15:19 Women, financial stress, and caregiving21:05 Seeking help for financial stress33:28 Role of universities in financial literacy36:52 Final thoughts ****The Purse Ltd.

Elisabeth Prager began her career in life and pension and then moved into private banking. Subsequently she transitioned to a strategy consulting firm, and later freelanced for various philanthropic and multilateral agencies. Nitika Vyas began her career in investment banking, and then moved into a hedge fund, before becoming the COO of a broker. Alongside her career, her interest in psychology prompter her to pursue a counselling qualification. Together they have over 30 years experience in financial services and have seen first hand just how underserved women are when it comes to their personal finances. They co-founded Aila Money, a fintech startup on a mission to close the gender wealth gap. Aila helps women plan, learn and get ongoing guidance on their finances. The free solution leverages behavioural science, AI, and expert advice to empower women financially.We cover the following:00:16 Meet Elizabeth Prager and Nitika Vyas02:13 Identifying problems in financial services05:37 The decision to start Aila Money08:32 Challenges in financial services for women12:09 Gender stereotypes in finance17:05 The importance of women investing20:24 Common money mistakes women make23:48 The role of societal norms25:09 Encouraging financial engagement25:41 Aila Money's approach to financial fitness26:37 Trends in women's financial behaviours28:40 The rise of single women29:25 The Great Wealth Transfer30:20 Emotional decisions with inherited wealth32:50 Building Aila Money35:42 Personalised financial journeys42:26 Fundraising and future plans45:50 Challenges for female founders55:26 Advice for women: how to lean into investing59:05 Conclusion***The Purse Ltd.

Priya Parrish is Partner and Chief Investment Officer at Impact Engine, an institutional venture capital and private equity investor driving positive impact in economic opportunity, environmental sustainability and health equity. She is also an Adjunct Professor of Strategy and Impact Investor in Residence at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Priya is the author of "The Little Book of Impact Investing" published by Wiley. Prior to joining Impact Engine, Priya served as Chief Investment Officer at Schwartz Capital Group, a single-family office investing across global markets. Previously, she was Strategy Head at Aurora Investment Management, a multibillion-dollar hedge fund, and managed development of investment products that incorporated environmental, social and governance factors (ESG) at Northern Trust Asset Management and KLD Research & Analytics. Priya holds a B.S. in Business Management from Babson College and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.We cover the following in our conversation:00:10 Meet Priya Parrish: impact investing pioneer02:19 Priya's journey into impact Investing05:29 Understanding impact investing08:55 Impact Engine: a women-led venture capital firm11:12 The growing demand for impact investments14:07 Women and millennials driving change21:02 Defining and measuring impact23:49 Understanding measurement in impact investing23:56 Two schools of thought on measurement24:49 Investor-focused measurement26:07 Challenges in impact investing27:52 Financial performance and impact31:01 AI and impact investing33:00 Tools and resources for measuring impact33:55 Supporting early-stage impact companies36:11 Challenges and risks in impact investing38:44 Avoiding impact washing39:48 The Little Book of Impact Investing42:36 Supporting female investors in impact investing44:29 Final thoughts.***The Purse Ltd.

Carla Hoppe is the founder and CEO of Wealthbrite, whose mission is to help businesses cultivate financially and commercially savvy talent. Wealthbrite was born out of Carla's understanding of the critical need to bridge the financial skills gap, especially among early-career professionals. Carla is a passionate advocate for greater financial literacy to help young people entering the workforce so they can go on to become economically secure.With a diverse career spanning law and financial services at prestigious firms like PwC and EY, Carla brings a wealth of experience to her role as the founder of Wealthbrite. Her journey as a mixed heritage woman and first-generation professional who went on to have a successful career in finance has given her unique insights into the challenges faced by young professionals navigating the complex world of personal and business finance.We cover the following in our conversation:00:12 Meet Carla Hoppe: founder of Wealthbrite02:07 Carla's journey from corporate to entrepreneurship03:33 The importance of financial literacy09:12 Challenges of financial literacy in the UK13:00 Financial resilience and mental health18:38 Addressing the financial gender gap21:49 Inside Wealthbrite: mission and training programmes26:35 The realities of starting a business30:50 Fundraising success: Carla's journey31:05 Navigating the pre-seed round31:44 Choosing the right investors33:16 Diversity in startup investing33:44 Leveraging personal networks36:19 Investor event strategy37:56 Key lessons from fundraising38:46 Challenges with traditional investors40:00 Current investment climate41:11 Finding the 'right tribe'42:28 Encouraging female investors47:31 Vision for Wealthbrite50:27 Personal financial strategies54:58 Policy changes for financial Literacy58:25 Conclusion****

Jem Stein is the founder of Daring Capital, an impact investor syndicate supporting early-stage, purpose-driven founders who strive to make the world a better place. Since launching in September 2023, Daring Capital has facilitated over £1.5 million in investments into purpose-driven founders from underrepresented backgrounds.  Prior to founding Daring Capital, Jem established and led The Bike Project, a social enterprise providing bicycles to refugees across England. Under Jem's leadership, The Bike Project scaled to £2.5 million in annual revenue and garnered multiple awards, including Social Entrepreneur of the Year and the EU Social Innovation Prize. With extensive experience in raising social investment, Jem also serves on the social investment committees of two major charitable trusts. We cover the following: 00:13 Meet Jem Stein: founder of Daring Capital 01:43 The journey to Daring Capital 02:56 Understanding impact investing 04:57 Daring Capital's 'founder-first' approach 05:19 Defining and measuring impact 06:23 Challenges and successes in impact investing 21:51 Supporting female founders 34:33 The future of impact investing 41:30 Closing remarks ***

Barbara Huson, formerly known as Barbara Stanny, is the leading authority on women, wealth, and power. A bestselling author, financial therapist, wealth coach, and founder of The Wealth Connection, Barbara's mission is to help women build their wealth and assert their power, as a woman. With a diverse resume—including, business woman, journalist, teacher, financial therapist, along with a Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology, Certification in Trauma Treatment, author of 7 books, and her personal experience with money, she’s guided millions to live up to their financial and personal potential. Her proven process quickly reduces her clients overwhelm and fear while increasing their confidence and motivation to build wealth. As the author of 7 financial books for women, including titles such as Overcoming Under-earning, Secrets of Six Figure Women, and Rewire for Wealth, Barbara serves as a trusted expert in women’s financial empowerment. We cover the following: 01:39 Welcoming Barbara Huson 01:49 Impact of 'Sacred Success' 04:07 Barbara's personal journey with money 05:32 The Course in Miracles 10:27 The four prongs of financial success 16:24 Women and power 18:37 Sharing ideas and giving credit 21:20 Barbara's impact on feminine wealth 21:44 The importance of inner peace 22:07 Healing emotional blocks for financial independence 22:55 The power of words and thoughts 23:51 Addressing repressed emotions and trauma 28:27 The journey from survival to affluence 30:13 Surrounding yourself with supportive people 34:29 Living in integrity with money and wealth 38:15 Creating a feminine face of power 41:45 Final thoughts. *** To learn more about Barbara click here.