Funding the future: Why female-led startups still struggle for investment
There’s no such thing as a stupid question. However, we understand that posing questions about diversity, equity and inclusion sometimes seem like navigating dangerous territory.
STRAIGHT TALK ON DEI: YOUR MOST-ASKED QUESTIONS
There’s no such thing as a stupid question. However, we understand that posing questions about diversity, equity and inclusion sometimes seem like navigating dangerous territory.
GENDEX November recap
GENDEX NOVEMBER RECAP GENDEX: November recap 🤩 by GENDEX Read on Substack
WHY AREN’T THERE MORE WOMEN INVESTORS?
WHY AREN’T THERE MORE WOMEN INVESTORS? We’ve previously discussed the need for more women in the VC and investment space, as women investors are significantly more likely to invest in diverse-lead companies. So the natural next question is why aren’t there more women investors, and how can we try to change that? We put this […]
2024’S MUST-KNOW DEI STATS
2024’S MUST-KNOW DEI STATS At GENDEX, we’re dedicated to data, and ensuring that everything we share is backed by research! We have a lot of very, very interesting numbers sitting on our desks, that highlight why ensuring true DEI policies and roll-out in businesses are a win-win. Keeping these numbers to ourselves seems cruel, so […]
TOP 5 DIVERSITY TRENDS IN 2024
TOP 5 DIVERSITY TRENDS IN 2024 In 2024, the conversation around DEI has shifted significantly, from being perceived as a fringe topic to emerging as a growing sector in its own right. Based on extensive research, conversations, and data analysis, here are the 5 DEI trends set to define 2024, with exciting momentum building for 2025. […]
WHY SOME CEO’S ARE AFRAID OF DIVERSITY INITIATIVES
WHY SOME CEO’S ARE AFRAID OF DIVERSITY INITIATIVES Let’s face it: DEI has a lot of bad press. The topic is often emotional, initiatives have sometimes been ineffective, and there is no universally accepted way to measure success. As a result, many CEOs approach DEI very cautiously. Jack Conte, co-founder and CEO of Patreon, very […]
HOW WOMEN INVESTORS ARE CHANGING THE INVESTMENT LANDSCAPE
HOW WOMEN INVESTORS ARE CHANGING THE INVESTMENT LANDSCAPE Despite the growing conversation around diversity, women remain significantly underrepresented at the partner level in VC. This disparity is even more striking when we consider the superior returns women investors consistently generate. A study from 2023 revealed that VC funds in Europe, where a larger number of […]
ARE WE DOING DEI WRONG?
Are we doing DEI wrong? As much as we would love to say DEI became a business concern for many companies because they believed in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion, we can’t. Initially, leaders began improving company policies from a position of fear of reputational and financial damage, following a series of high-profile […]
THIS IS WHY FATHERS EARN MORE AFTER HAVING CHILDREN!
THIS IS WHY FATHERS EARN MORE AFTER HAVING CHILDREN!
