In this episode of Tech for Good, Dama Sathianathan speaks with Zoe Peden, a partner at Ananda Impact Ventures, about her journey from being a founder to becoming an investor. Zoe shares her experiences in the tech and investment sectors, discussing the insights she gained as a founder that shape her approach as an investor. They explore the qualities that investors look for in founders, the evolving landscape of impact investing, and the importance of aligning lifestyle choices with entrepreneurial ambitions. Zoe emphasises the need for patience in the investment world and the significance of storytelling in capturing attention in a crowded market.
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Yumi Tsoy - Bethnal Green Ventures
In this episode we talk to Yumi Tsoy, BGV's Head of Operations. She talks about our 2024 Impact and Learning Report, including what was different in 2024 and why we're sticking to our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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Chloe Coleman - Vouchsafe
In this conversation, Chloe Coleman, co-founder and CEO of Vouchsafe, discusses the importance of inclusive identity verification and the concept of ID poverty, which affects millions globally. She talks about the challenges faced by people without proper identification and how Vouchsafe aims to address these.
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Chris Edson - Second Nature
In this episode of Tech For Good, we talk to Chris Edson, co-founder and CEO of Second Nature. Chris shares his journey from aspiring musician to entrepreneur, detailing the inspiration behind Second Nature, a company focused on combating obesity and diabetes through behavioural change. He discusses the challenges faced in the healthcare startup landscape, the evolution of their product offerings, and the importance of customer feedback in shaping their approach.
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Eva Atkinson - Noggin HQ
Eva Atkinson is co-founder and CEO of Newcastle-based tech for good venture Noggin HQ. They aim to serve the 'credit invisible' - particularly young people without credit scores. In this episode she talks about why she was motivated to look at this problem and what she's learned about running a high-growth startup.
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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