Join Raissa from Audaxa, Aki from Save Da Sea, and Hilary from MaRS for a transformative exploration of this year’s focus on Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress.
This session delves into the critical role of gender-diverse teams in driving systemic change and accelerating progress in addressing the world’s most pressing challenges, particularly in climate action and health. Through compelling evidence, case studies, and participatory discussions, attendees will explore how investing in intersectionality within venture capital and startups not only fosters equity and inclusion but also significantly enhances innovation and effectiveness in tackling climate change and health disparities. This session will challenge conventional investment strategies, highlighting the unique perspectives and leadership qualities women bring to the forefront in the global fight against climate change and health crises.
Unlocking Global Innovation: The Value of Intersectional Teams to Accelerate Progress
Track
DEI, Ownership and Impact
Format
Panel (3 speakers)
Speakers
- NameRaissa Espiritu
- TitleGeneral Partner
- OrganizationAudaxa Ventures
- NameAki Kaltenbach
- TitleFounder & CEO
- OrganizationSave Da Sea
- NameHilary Kilgour
- TitleEntrepreneur in Residence, Capital
- OrganizationMaRS Discovery District
Description
Join Raissa from Audaxa, Aki from Save Da Sea, and Hilary from MaRS for a transformative exploration of this year’s focus on Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress.
This session delves into the critical role of gender-diverse teams in driving systemic change and accelerating progress in addressing the world’s most pressing challenges, particularly in climate action and health. Through compelling evidence, case studies, and participatory discussions, attendees will explore how investing in intersectionality within venture capital and startups not only fosters equity and inclusion but also significantly enhances innovation and effectiveness in tackling climate change and health disparities. This session will challenge conventional investment strategies, highlighting the unique perspectives and leadership qualities women bring to the forefront in the global fight against climate change and health crises.
