Behind the Numbers: Why are female-led startups so underfunded?

In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we discuss gender inequality in investment.

Women continue to be underrepresented in venture capital, particularly at senior levels. The scales are even less balanced for female founders, who received just 2% of venture capital funding in recent years. As the new government puts productivity and growth at the top of its national agenda, how do we get things moving?

Philippa Lamb is joined by entrepreneur and chartered accountant Tanuvi Ethunandan; Helen Burnell, Partner at law firm Shoosmiths; and Suzi Gillespie, Head of Research at the British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association.

Links

ICAEW Women in Finance Community: https://www.icaew.com/groups-and-networks/communities/join-women-in-finance-community

Host

Philippa Lamb

Guests

Tanuvi Ethunandan, entrepreneur and product managerHelen Burnell, Partner, ShoosmithsSuzi Gillespie, Head of Research, British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association

Producer

Natalie Chisholm

Episode first published: 2 August 2024
Podcast recorded: 26 July 2024

In this podcast series from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), a panel of guests dissect the latest headlines and provide expert analysis on the top stories from across the world of business, finance and accountancy

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