Ep. 215 - How to Fund Your Business and Where to Invest | Tracy Killoren Chadwell
Release Date: 12/07/2021
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info_outlineTracy Killoren Chadwell is an experienced venture capital investor and attorney. She’s also a leader and a sought-after speaker within the community of women founders, innovators, and entrepreneurs, including giving testimony before a U.S. Senate Committee. In this episode, Tracy explains her career difficult journey to becoming a female capital investor and the types of investments she’s made as a fund owner. Tracy Chadwell shares her knowledge on where female founders should be looking to invest and successfully fund their businesses. Listen to learn about the group that currently holds the purchasing in America and why you should be targeting them. Listen in to learn how to utilize the internet and social media as a female business owner to be on the same playing field as your male counterparts. You will also learn about the financial and purchasing power of women above 50 and why they should be the group your business targets.
Key Takeaways:
- How to let go of your fears and walk towards your dreams even when the road gets bumpy
- Why you should consider other financial options to fund your business other than venture capital
- Invest in women micro-influencers ages 50 and above since they hold the purchasing power
- How to build partnerships by reaching out and nurturing the relationships closest to you
- The importance of taking care of yourself and getting your financial house in order
Read more about Tracy here: https://TrailBlazersImpact.com