Our next guest is Pocket Sun, a venture capitalist and entrepreneur dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs through her organization, SoGal Ventures. She discusses the challenges women face in securing venture capital, the impact of SoGal on underrepresented founders, and the importance of finding balance as a founder. Pocket shares her journey, insights on investing, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the need for a supportive community and the potential for positive change in the business landscape. Pocket was recently featured in the film Show Her The Money. Check it out if you haven’t already!
In this interview, we discuss:
00:00 Introduction to Pocket Sun and Her Mission
02:56 The Journey of SoGal and Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
06:14 Challenges and Changes in Venture Capital Funding
09:05 The Impact of SoGal on Underrepresented Founders
11:51 Finding Balance as a Founder
14:56 Investing in the Future: Insights and Experiences
18:02 Advice for Aspiring Founders and Investors
21:06 Legacy and the Future of Business
23:56 Closing Thoughts and How to Support the Mission
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