In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Marcia Dawood, author, TEDx Speaker, podcast host, and early-stage investor. Together they explore Marcia's mission to transform angel investing from an exclusive club into an accessible pathway for everyday people to fund innovation and create positive change.

Key themes include:

• Marcia's journey from corporate finance to passionate advocate for investment democratization
• The untapped potential of platforms like Wefunder, Republic, and StartEngine
• Building a personal investment thesis that aligns with your values
• The critical importance of community and collaboration in angel investing
• How equity crowdfunding is reshaping who gets to be an investor

00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless

00:37 Meet Marcia Dawood: Author, Speaker, and Investor

01:09 Democratizing Angel Investing

01:28 FreshBooks: The Accounting Solution

02:20 Marcia's Journey into Angel Investing

05:32 Understanding Angel Investing

07:58 Equity Crowdfunding Explained

12:52 Building a Personal Investment Thesis

19:29 The Power of Community in Angel Investing

22:36 Show Her the Money: The Documentary

24:10 A Great Cause and Personal Involvement

24:59 Introducing Relay Financial

25:48 Challenges and Systemic Issues in Female Funding

30:08 Encouraging Audacity and Confidence

33:13 Angel Investing Demystified

37:51 Resources and Recommendations for Aspiring Investors

39:33 Final Thoughts and Calls to Action

Connect & Learn More

Here's how you can engage with Marcia's work:

Website: www.marciadawood.com

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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.

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

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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.

In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Amanda Ralston, a queer and neurodivergent serial entrepreneur and the visionary behind Non-Binary Solutions. Together, they explore Amanda's groundbreaking work in transforming autism care through innovative and inclusive approaches.

Key themes include:

• Amanda's 25-year journey in applied behavior analysis and its evolution
• The development of her innovative clinical decision support system for autism treatment
• The changing landscape of autism diagnosis and the need for adaptable solutions
• The unique challenges and strengths of being a neurodivergent entrepreneur
• The power of radical honesty and non-binary thinking in leadership
  
  

00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless

00:37 Meet Amanda Ralston: Revolutionizing Autism Care

04:43 The Evolution of Autism Diagnosis

09:50 The Rise of Neurodiversity Awareness

11:14 Challenges and Opportunities in Autism Care

18:10 Non-Binary Solutions: A New Approach

29:24 The Journey to Tech Solutions

30:13 Relay Financial: A Game Changer for Small Businesses

31:02 Challenges of Building a Startup

31:57 Navigating Bias and Fundraising as a Female Founder

33:40 The Importance of Authenticity and Mental Health

44:35 The Role of Neurodiversity in Entrepreneurship

48:14 Balancing Instincts and Data in Entrepreneurship

53:52 Upcoming Events and Staying Connected

55:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Here's how you can engage with Amanda’s work:

Website: www.nonbinarysolutions.com

Instagram

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.