Fireside Chat with Ruth Shaber, The XX Edge

In this fireside chat, Laura Rippy, Managing Partner for the Women’s Fund at Alumni Ventures, introduces the discussion with Ruth Shaber, co-author of The XX Edge, a book highlighting how female investors and diverse teams perform better. Laura explains Alumni Ventures’ role as a large venture firm, emphasizing the success of their women’s fund, which invests in female-led companies. Ruth shares insights from her book, which examines how women bring diverse perspectives and strengths to investing, such as evaluating risks differently and fostering collaboration. Their discussion highlights data-driven evidence showing that gender diversity leads to better financial outcomes, not only in venture capital but also in public markets and other sectors. They both stress that adding more women to leadership roles and decision-making processes benefits all investors and the broader economy. The conversation concludes with a call to action for both women and men to support diversity in investing and leadership: av-funds.com/4....
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