Samos Investments on Fundraising and Underrepresented Founders

The transcript discusses the importance of investing in female founders and the challenges they face in the fintech sector. It highlights the need for diversity among investors and the structural impediments women encounter. The conversation also touches on the competition within fintech, emphasizing the necessity of innovation. Additionally, it explores the adaptation to virtual meetings during the pandemic and the importance of making investors more accessible.

What percentage of investment went into fintech companies founded by women in 2020?

• 30%

• 25%

• 17%

• 10%

What is one of the challenges faced by women when trying to secure investment for their businesses?

• Insufficient market research

• Lack of innovative ideas

• Unconscious bias in investment meetings

• High competition from male-led companies

What does the speaker hope to see change in the investment landscape?

• More government regulations

• Higher returns on investments

• Increased accountability and diversity among investors

• More investments in technology startups

Why does the speaker believe competition is important in the fintech sector?

• It limits innovation

• It increases the cost of services

• It forces companies to improve continuously

• It reduces the number of startups

What strategy did the speaker use to make themselves more accessible to entrepreneurs during the pandemic?

• Focusing only on local entrepreneurs

• Reducing the number of meetings

• Opening DMs on Twitter and sharing their email

• Conducting in-person meetings