In this conversation, Paul Miller speaks with Dougie Sloan from Better Society Capital about the intricacies of impact investing, the unique backstory of Better Society Capital, and the formation of Impact VC. They discuss the characteristics that make impact startups successful, the evolving landscape of impact investing, and provide advice for new founders. The conversation also touches on the future of Impact VC, particularly in relation to AI and its potential to drive social and environmental impact. You can check out the Impact VC page here, and BSC here.
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Patrick Sheehan - ETF Partners
In this episode of the Tech For Good podcast, Dama Sathianathan interviews Patrick Sheehan, founder and managing partner of ETF Partners. They discuss the evolution of sustainability in venture capital, the importance of innovation in addressing climate change, and share a case study of DeepSea, a company that uses AI to improve shipping efficiency. Patrick reflects on 20 years of impact investing, the alignment of values between investors and founders, and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to create meaningful impact. ETF Partners also recently published a whitepaper reflecting on two decades of investing in sustainability through innovation, read it here.
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Elin Haf Davies - Aparito
SummaryIn this conversation, Paul Miller interviews Elin Haf Davies, founder and CEO of Aparito, a company focused on improving patient experiences in clinical trials through digital solutions. Elin shares her journey from being a children's nurse to an entrepreneur, the challenges of building a tech company, and the importance of patient-centric approaches in healthcare. She discusses the acquisition of Aparito by Eli Lilly and offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs in the Tech for Good space.
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Lili Kyuchuk-Pakyuz - RideLogix
SummaryIn this conversation, Paul Miller interviews Lili Kajuk-Pakjus, co-founder and COO of RideLogix, an inventory optimization platform aimed at improving retail logistics while addressing environmental concerns. Lily shares her journey from a challenging upbringing in Bulgaria to her corporate career in finance and ultimately to entrepreneurship. She discusses the inception of RideLogix, its partnership with Holland & Barrett, and the positive environmental impact of using e-cargo bikes for deliveries. The conversation also touches on the challenges of running a Tech for Good venture and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Dhiraj Mukherjee
SummaryIn this conversation, Paul Miller speaks with Dhiraj Mukherjee, co-founder of Shazam and a prominent tech for good angel investor. They discuss Dhiraj's journey in the tech industry, the importance of resilience in entrepreneurship, and the evolving landscape of impact investing. Dhiraj shares insights on what he looks for in founders, the challenges of validating business models, and the future of purpose-driven companies. He emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to stay committed to their missions despite the ups and downs of the startup journey.
Tech for Good is a weekly show exploring the world of tech for good ventures. Each episode features an interview with a founder, investor or expert. It’s hosted by Paul Miller or Dama Sathianathan from the Bethnal Green Ventures team.
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