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As a Board Member I am very proud of what CEO Michele Tung has built with homeD. A startup with millions of revenues coming out of the gate! Thought leadership at the Modular Building Institute , the First Nations Housing & Infrastructure Council - BC and other industry organizations. #modularconstruction #girlpower But man (pun intended) I am so glad that I am not a woman and not an Asian! I witnessed Michele going through some strange experiences which I am told are indicative of what female and non-European entrepreneurs have to go through in Canada (fictionalized based on stories from a few other Canadian female and/or Asian entrepreneurs, no actual events): VC: "You don't offer venture returns so we can't invest".  Entrepreneur: "We have a pipeline that will allow us to scale to over $100M in profitable revenue in 5 years. We can't promise you profitable billions because we don't think something like that can be achieved in such a short time frame." VC: "We want software deals and deals like we did with Adam Neumann who offered venture returns! Come back when your first buildings are finished."  Entrepreneur: "We won't need any more venture capital once the buildings are up and we have profitable revenues. Good luck trying to find the next Adam (or Eve)." Incubator: "We want you to meet with 20 of our investors for diligence" Entrepreneur: "How much do these investors invest and what experience do they have?" Incubator: "Each of them invests $5,000. We have wellness experts, mental health coaches, SRED consultants, realtors. lawyers,... Unfortunately no one with hands-on construction experience but we want to talk to you because you are a racialized female." Entrepreneur: "I was born in North America and my mother tongue is English. At what point do you think I was racialized? Or do you mean radicalized? 🤣 " Hats off to RBC and RBCx for going their own way and supporting so many great female entrepreneurs! It is a strange world when the bigger banks are leading the investment community in terms of vision.

Wisconsin Women's Affordable Housing Network was featured in the latest In Business Madison edition. Learn more about our expansion of Women's Affordable Housing Network (WAHN) into Wisconsin and what we are doing to support career growth in the affordable housing industry in an effort to build stronger forces as our industry works to solve the housing crisis. Read our feature here: https://lnkd.in/gQSnHRy6

WISER (Women In Sustainable Energy & Resources) Inc. is thrilled to partner with Women on Boards (WOB) for this half-day workshop to support women in developing strategies to position themselves for board roles and understand the legalities and practicalities of serving on a #board. Find out how you can be an effective Non-Executive #Director, what to look out for, where and how you might target your interest and be aware of the latest on directors' duties and emerging areas of board liability in this engaging and interactive workshop run by the amazing Claire Braund OAM and Dr Kath Hall.

Here are today's five things you need to know, including Boston office abatements, women angels, Burns & Levinson and how often does your mail arrive?

How can private capital be used as a source for good in the real estate market?   Making use of redundant real estate is a start, according to Daniel from ASK Partners. “Why can't we deliver converted units near hospitals for nurses up and down the country, it’s not that hard to do. We’re passionate about getting capital into those areas so that we can get return for our clients but also be a source for good in the market.”   Episode 2 of #privatecapitalperspectives with Jenny Sargeant and ASK Partners' CEO & Co-Founder Daniel Austin covers everything from trends in the world of private capital & women in real estate, to how to be a source for good in the market.   Private Capital is constantly evolving. So, we’re talking to the people who know it best. Watch & listen to the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/eDxcxS2m #impactinvestment #privatecapital #redundantrealestate #realestateinvestment

A recent disparity study revealed that fewer than 10% of Nassau County contracts went to Minority, Women, and Veteran-Owned Businesses between 2015-2019, with 0% of construction contracts awarded to Black-owned businesses. Full article here: https://lnkd.in/eQ8W_QbP While these results are dismal, they underscore the urgent need for action and opportunity for change. We look forward to working alongside Nassau County’s current Minority Affairs administration, which has already begun the work to ensure that all diverse suppliers have the resources and expertise to win contracts and achieve sustainable success, revenue growth, and profitability. We are focused on Empowering entrepreneurs of color through our NextGen: Supplier Diversity Program, which provides training, certification, and access to opportunities in sectors like the Green Economy and Construction and Trades. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eh48PRh5 This is about more than contracts—it’s about building an inclusive economy where everyone has a chance to thrive.g #SupplierDiversity #EquityInAction #MWBE #NextGenSuppliers #EconomicOpportunity

Democratic reform is needed and we are hopeful that this has the potential to be positive - but truly defining change must have diversity at its heart! Only 27% of candidates are women at the regional level - only 4 women have ever been metro mayors - a long way short of where we need it to be. We all benefit when there is more diversity at the decision making table - we need to make sure we create the best outcomes for all our futures! https://lnkd.in/eGAQFj2A

Here's a great profile of PFA President and Executive Director of Haben Property Fund, Melissa Kingham, in Shopping Centre News Australia, as part of their Women in Property feature - this article has many great insights on carving out a successful career in property and funds management, including some tips for the next generation of female leaders in property: https://lnkd.in/gazVtS97 Paul Healy Sandra Wright Gregory Preston AM Rene Muller Dimity Lee (née Marshall) #commercialrealestate #propertycareers

12.1% of active fund managers in the UK are female, and only 5.2% of funds are run by a woman? Register to join this program in 2025 if you’re interested in a career in Portfolio Management. Let’s increase #femalerepresentation in the industry.

🚀 Calling All Visionary Entrepreneurs: Women Lift Project's Next Grant Cycle Begins in August! 🚀 As summer heats up, so does the opportunity to propel your business forward! We are kicking off our next round of applications for our transformative Liftee grants. Each grant, valued at $2,500, is designed to enhance the financial, educational, and opportunity landscape for Black women entrepreneurs in Michigan. Applications Open August 1st, 2024 | 5️⃣ Grants Awarded in September Are You Eligible? 🖤 Ownership: Your business must be at least 51% owned by Black women or individuals identifying as women. 🖤 Location and Duration: Your business must be registered and operational in Michigan for at least one year. 🖤 Mentorship: Attendance at a mentorship meeting in May or September is required. 🖤 Financial Transparency: You must have a business bank account with at least 3 months of bank statements. 🖤 Application Requirement: Submit a 3-minute video detailing who you are, your business, and how you plan to use the grant. Ready to Elevate Your Business? 👉 Prepare your application and video presentation to share your vision with us. This is more than a grant; it’s a gateway to new opportunities and growth for your business and community. 🌟 Don’t miss this chance to elevate your enterprise and make a lasting impact! 🌟 🌐 https://lnkd.in/g2P5qBJT #WomenLiftProject #Empowerment #BlackWomenEntrepreneurs #MichiganBusiness #BusinessGrant