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🚀 New Episode Alert! This week on the Doers Defined Podcast, we’re thrilled to feature Rosanne Whalley, CEO of AHL Venture Partners and a trailblazer in African private equity and venture capital. With over 15 years of experience, Rosanne shares her inspiring journey leading one of Africa’s most impactful family offices, driving investments that tackle pressing social and environmental challenges 🌍📈. Our conversation dives deep into the world of family office management and explores how AHL Venture Partners, founded by the Adolf H. Lundin Charitable Foundation, has become a $100M evergreen fund transforming lives and industries across Africa. 🌟 Key Takeaways: ✅ Demystifying family offices and their growing influence in Africa’s investment ecosystem. ✅ Rosanne’s approach to aligning financial success with meaningful impact. ✅ The innovative strategies behind AHL Ventures’ $100M evergreen fund. ✅ Trends shaping the future of family office management in Africa. ✅ Practical insights on making family office models more accessible to Africans. If you’re curious about family offices or passionate about impactful investments, this episode is a treasure trove of insights from one of Africa’s foremost leaders in sustainable finance. 🎧 📽️ Tune in and be inspired! Watch the episode here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d_skA4rM 📌 Let’s celebrate the doers redefining Africa’s investment landscape! #DoersDefined #Podcast #ImpactInvesting #FamilyOffices #EmergingMarkets Cc: Rosanne Whalley | AHL Venture Partners

🎙️ How I closed my first investor check in 48 hours! "We hear a lot about founders raising money, but we don't hear much about the hard stories behind it." We are kicking off the 2024 Edition of our Podcast Africa's Market Explained with a series focusing on the fundraising journeys of founders across Africa. Our premier episode features the fundraising experiences of Adeshina A., the CEO/Founder of Trade Lenda. Adeshina is not just any leader; he's a financial inclusion global changemaker recognized by prestigious bodies like the International Finance Corporation (World Bank) and the International Trade Council. His insights are gold mines for aspiring founders and seasoned investors alike. 💡 Key takeaways: 1: That fundraising at an early stage is more of an art. There is a one-size-fits-all strategy to fundraising, it depends on the type of investor and what you are building. 2. The importance of trust and a strong support system while rising in the African tech ecosystem. 3. VCs without capital should stop signing term sheets as it affects founders' plans and increases the risk of startup failure 💬 Engage with us: What challenges have you faced in fundraising? Share your experiences and thoughts below! 🔗Click to Listen on Spotify:  https://lnkd.in/d3adGGj5 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/dxyweSKN Youtube: https://lnkd.in/dhDdnrZa Acast: #FundraisingInAfrica #StartupJourney #AfricanTech #Entrepreneurship #InvestmentStrategies #TradeLenda #Innovation #PodcastSeries #Bantaba2024

Join us for a new episode of the EUVC podcast. 💙 Today, we have Sumer Juneja, Managing Partner of SoftBank Investment Advisers in Europe. Some of the topics from our conversation are: 👉Europe vs. India - and how each market is different 👉Why Sumersh joined Softbank and his view on fundraising. 👉How does investing in Europe look for SoftBank? 👉… and more that we invite you to discover below. Tune in on EUVC!  And your favorite streaming platforms. 🎧 https://lnkd.in/dgCbqyNr #venturecapital #angelinvesting #startupfunding #europe

🎙️ Tony Byrne Meets Tom Britton: The Story Behind SyndicateRoom 🎙️ In this episode of the Intelligent Wealth Podcast, our Minerva Money Management Fund Manager, Tony Byrne, sits down with Tom Britton, co-founder of SyndicateRoom, for a no-holds-barred conversation about reshaping how we invest in startups. 📌 What you’ll learn: ☑️ The surprising reason Syndicate Room pivoted from crowdfunding to becoming a leading fund manager and why Tony himself is an investor. ☑️ How they’ve cracked the code to identifying the UK's smartest angel investors, leveraging that expertise to power their Access EIS fund. ☑️ Tom’s personal journey from playing professional football in Scotland (yes, really!) to building innovative investment funds that balance risk and reward. 👉 Ready to explore Syndicate Room's evolution and discover what makes Tom’s approach to investing so unique? 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eTi_YxDf Let us know what you think in the comments - this one’s full of fresh perspectives. 🌱 #Podcast #IntelligentWealthPodcast #EISInvesting #StartupFunding

Listen to this episode of Williams Mullen's Raising Capital 101 Podcast, where host Thomas Voekler is joined by special guest Mike Beville, co-owner/manager of Beville Properties, LLC, along with colleagues Rhys James and John W. to discuss reasons why you may want to raise capital for your entity.   Click the image below to listen to the episode. #podcast #capital #finance

🌟 A ray of light in challenging times. Remember Carole from THE BOATHOUSE BARKING CIC? We’re going ‘Back to the Boathouse’ to hear direct from Carole the difference £75,000 social investment - BD Giving's first loan - has made on her, the team, and the business. The Boathouse Studios in Barking is a vibrant multi-purpose arts and events venue for local people to meet, create and celebrate in style. Suitable for special celebrations, corporate gatherings and creative endeavours. The versatile converted warehouse on the River Roding features four studios with natural light, open spaces, exposed brick walls, and high ceilings. The Boathouse Studios is perfect for weddings, mehndis, anniversaries, exhibitions, performances, and corporate events. In the 18th and 19th centuries, it was the heart of one of the world’s busiest fishing ports. As the fishing industry decentralised, the early 20th century saw the malthouse building transformed into a grain store along shipping routes before falling into disrepair. The building was a derelict remnant of history when Carole first set eyes on it in 2003. Carole and her team exemplify a business with a powerful vision not only for its own growth but also for the community around it. To quote Carole: It's great to have the money to match the ambition and the vision and so it's very exciting. And those changes mean that we feel we have a security and a sense of agency that allows us to move forward very progressively. This vision, and its successful realisation, underscores why Boathouse Studios is a great choice for social investment, and for BD Giving.

🎙️ Wondering what it takes to successfully raise capital for your business? Dive into this special mash-up episode of the WorkParty podcast where we explore the world of fundraising with insights from two remarkable women. Meet Maggie Sellers, founder of Hot Smart Rich, investor, and advisor, and Babba (Canales) Rivera, founder & CEO of Ceremonia. Both have navigated venture capital, raised capital, and built thriving businesses. They're here to share their experiences and advice! Segment 1: Maggie Sellers 🌟 Navigating Crowded Markets: Is disrupting always the best path? 🌟 Current Fundraising Landscape: Insights into today's fundraising market. 🌟 Valuation Importance: Why realistic valuations matter for fundraising success. Segment 2: Babba Rivera 💸 Fundraising Essentials: The three key elements for a successful pitch. 💸 Calculating Your Raise: Practical tips on determining your funding needs. 💸 Investor Red Flags: Common pitfalls to avoid when seeking investment. Tune in now for expert tips and firsthand stories on navigating the complex world of venture capital! 🎧✨ https://lnkd.in/gxb8Cveb

💡 At Africa Sports Unified we recently published a 2 part podcast with Sporting Chance Fund & Sebastian McKinlay focused on investment and impact investing. 💡 It was extremely insightful and so throughout this week I will be sharing some key take aways from the podcast that I think are useful for founders who are seeking investment (in whichever form that may be, read the blog to understand). 💣 Key Takeaway 1: Understanding Investor Expectations Although obvious, this often goes under the radar. It is extremely important that founders who are seeking investment / looking for investors do their due diligence to identify / create a shortlist of investors that are a good fit. ❓ What does this look like? 💷 It means doing research to see what they have invested in 💷 Doing research to see how much they have invested in previous ventures 💷 Doing research on the individuals (could be angel investors etc) to see what they are interested in The more focused you become on the pool of investors, you reduce (not eliminate) the likelihood of rejections. 🤔 Let me know your thoughts on this point You can read the full blog via the link in the comments #sportsbiz #investment #africainvestment #olympics2024 #social #economic #business #sports #linkedinsports

🚨 NEW VIDEO PODCAST ALERT: Best Branding Podcast for Women Episode 1: What to do when you don't like personal selling or when your market is very crowded? Entrepreneur and investor Andreea Marinescu had a smart tactic. Other questions asked: - How do investors evaluate your LinkedIn profile? - How to get warm introductions to VCs? - What are common pitfalls of people looking for capital? #WomenInBusiness #WomenSupportingWomen #FemaleLeaders https://lnkd.in/ehBPs4Gd

Brazil and Latin America deserve a strategic approach from global investors 🇧🇷💎 Many VCs have rushed into Latam during market highs, attracted by low interest rates and booming economies only to withdraw quickly when the going got rough. Instead, VCs should invest with the same rigor they apply in the US and Europe. Understanding the local context, building relationships, and committing for the long haul are key to success. Especially now as venture capital is becoming a commoditized asset class with declining returns in many established markets, especially in the USA. To continue delivering strong returns to their LPs, VCs need to look beyond their usual territories and explore high-growth potential in emerging markets like Latin America with a strategic mindset. Dave Nangle built a compelling argument for why and how this should be done in our most recent episode of The J Curve podcast👇🏻 #venturecapital #emergingmarkets #fromlatamtotheworld #growthinvesting #thejcurvepodcast