In this episode, Suneera Madhani sits down with the dynamic Nisha Dua, a seasoned venture capitalist with a passion for empowering female and diverse founders. In today’s compelling conversation, Nisha shares her journey from lawyering in Australia to the VC landscape in the U.S., and we dig deep into the biases and barriers women face in business and venture capital. We’ll unveil the stark funding gap for women and diverse founders which stubbornly hovers around 2%, discuss the slow climb to 18% in female VC check writers, and emphasize the need for diversifying VC firm leadership.

Nisha unveils the story behind BBG Ventures, highlighting its mission to change the game by investing in overlooked founders and fueling the success of their tech-driven endeavors. From healthcare to climate security, and financial inclusion, we explore the sectors BBG is catalyzing change in. Nisha also drops valuable tips for founders chasing investor attention, stressing the need for a solid plan, a compelling narrative, and the kind of scrappy execution that turns heads.

So, grab your headphones and get ready for a masterclass in breaking barriers and building a more inclusive future. And remember, if you’re as inspired by this conversation as we are, share this episode on social media, tag us, and you might just score some exclusive CEO School swag! Now, let’s get schooled on how women can capitalize on economic growth and pave the way for the polycultural future of America. Let’s dive in!