- 23 minutes 34 secondsFundraising for the rest of us with Allison Byers and host Catherine Gray Ep. 489
Today on the Invest In Her podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Allison Byers, a founder, investor, and capital access advocate dedicated to creating a more inclusive funding ecosystem. She is the founder of Scroobious, a relationship-first capital access platform, and the author of Fundraising for The Rest of Us. Allison also co-authored California's landmark Fair Investment Practices by Venture Capital Companies Law and serves on multiple boards. Prior to her work in venture advocacy, she co-founded a medtech company spun out of MIT, raising nearly $10 million and bringing an FDA-registered product to market—an experience that ultimately revealed the deep systemic inequities in funding that shaped her mission today.
In this episode, Allison shares her firsthand experience navigating the venture capital landscape and the pivotal moment that exposed the disparities founders face—when the all-male team that acquired her company went on to raise significantly more capital. She and Catherine dive into the structural barriers that prevent underestimated founders from accessing funding, and how Allison is actively working to dismantle those barriers through policy, education, and community-building. The conversation highlights the importance of relationship-driven capital, transparency in fundraising, and empowering founders with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed. This episode is both an eye-opening look at the realities of venture funding and a practical guide for building a more equitable path forward.
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13 May 2026, 7:00 pm -
- 17 minutes 29 secondsIntellectual Property, Identity, and AI with Briana Cash and host Catherine Gray Ep. 488
Today on the Invest In Her podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Briana Cash, a Grammy®-nominated musician and award-winning singer-songwriter whose work spans television, film, and advertising, with placements across major platforms like Amazon Prime, Paramount+, and Hulu. An accomplished live performer, Briana has shared the stage with notable artists across genres and is an active member of leading industry organizations including The Recording Academy and the Society of Composers and Lyricists. Beyond her music career, she is also a passionate advocate for creators' rights, having successfully defended her own name and trademark in a multi-year legal battle. She now educates others on intellectual property, branding, and the evolving impact of AI on creative ownership.
In this episode, Briana shares her journey navigating the music industry while maintaining ownership of her identity and work. The conversation dives into the realities of sync licensing, building an independent career, and why protecting intellectual property is more critical than ever—especially in an era shaped by rapidly advancing technology. Briana also discusses the lessons learned from her legal battle, how it reshaped her mission, and the importance of educating creators to safeguard their brands. This episode offers valuable insight for entrepreneurs, artists, and anyone building a personal brand in today's digital landscape.
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6 May 2026, 7:00 pm -
- 22 minutes 26 secondsCollege Girls Into Venture Capital with Sarah Phillips and Host Catherine Gray Ep. 487
Today on the Invest In Her Podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Sarah Phillips, a junior at Princeton University studying the History of Science with a minor in Entrepreneurship and the CEO of Girls Into VC, a global nonprofit expanding access to venture capital. Sarah leads a community of over 10,000 members across more than 75 countries and 25 university chapters, creating programs that give students hands-on experience with startups and investment funds. She has worked with organizations including Instacart, Teva Pharmaceuticals, AEI HorizonX, and Curist, building experience across technology, healthcare, and early-stage innovation. Passionate about inclusion, Sarah focuses on increasing representation in venture capital and believes that the future of innovation depends on who gets the opportunity to participate.
In this episode, Sarah shares her perspective on breaking into venture capital at a young age and why access and education are the biggest barriers facing aspiring investors—especially women. The conversation explores how Girls Into VC is creating real pathways for students to gain experience, build networks, and understand the mechanics of investing early on. Sarah and Catherine discuss the evolving landscape of venture capital, the role of emerging technologies like AI in shaping startups, and why diversity in decision-making is critical to building better companies. Sarah also offers insight into how young people can start positioning themselves for opportunities in VC today, emphasizing curiosity, initiative, and the importance of being in the right rooms.
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29 April 2026, 7:00 pm -
- 23 minutes 29 secondsWednesday Women Rocking the World with Melissa Moody and Host Catherine Gray Ep. 486
Today on the Invest In Her podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Melissa Moody, a founder and marketing leader known for building products and movements that create meaningful impact. She is the cofounder of Wednesday Women, a global movement and executive membership designed to amplify extraordinary women leaders. Melissa has led multiple startups, including serving as CEO of Matcha and founding CMO of Gated, and spent over 14 years at Google helping major brands develop innovative digital strategies and user experiences. Now based in Anchorage, Alaska, she continues to advise early-stage founders and champion purposeful growth and leadership.
In this episode, Melissa shares her perspective on building businesses and communities that truly matter, emphasizing the importance of clarity, focus, and taking bold action. She and Catherine dive into what it means to create movements—not just companies—and how relationship-driven growth can unlock new opportunities for founders. Melissa also discusses her experience transitioning from corporate leadership at Google into startup life, offering insights on navigating risk, scaling with intention, and supporting women in leadership through initiatives like Wednesday Women. The conversation highlights the power of community, the value of aligning work with purpose, and the mindset shifts needed to build something impactful and enduring.
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22 April 2026, 7:00 pm -
- 32 minutes 34 secondsInvest for Better With Janine Firpo and host Catherine Gray Ep. 485
Today on the Invest In Her Podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Janine Firpo, an accomplished speaker, author, and social entrepreneur who has spent her career working at the intersection of women and their money. From her early days at Apple Computer to leadership roles at Hewlett-Packard, the World Bank, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Janine has consistently driven meaningful impact. In 2017, she pivoted from a 35+ year career in technology and international development to focus on empowering women through investing. She is the author of Activate Your Money: Invest to Grow Your Wealth and Build a Better World and co-founder of Invest for Better, a nonprofit dedicated to mobilizing women to use their financial power for positive change.
In this episode, Janine and Catherine dive into the critical role women play in reshaping the financial landscape through intentional investing. They discuss how many women are already investing—often unknowingly—but may not realize the power they have to align their money with their values. Janine shares actionable insights on how to "activate" your money, shift from traditional investing mindsets, and build wealth while supporting companies and initiatives that create a better world. The conversation also highlights the importance of education, community, and confidence in helping more women step into investing as a tool for both personal growth and global impact.
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15 April 2026, 7:00 pm -
- 31 minutes 38 secondsWomen Supporting Women Investors with Deborah and Chelsea Stavis with host Catherine Gray Ep. 484
Today on the Invest In Her Podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Deborah Stavis and Chelsea Stavis, a dynamic mother-daughter duo redefining private wealth management through a family-first lens. Deborah brings over 35 years of experience as a private wealth manager, having built and led two successful Registered Investment Advisory firms with approximately $1 billion in assets under management. A respected educator and community leader, she has taught at Rice University and been recognized by major publications including Forbes and The Wall Street Journal. Her daughter, Chelsea, serves as Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer of Stavis Wealth, where she leads marketing, media, and community initiatives while also producing original content and programming. With a background in investment banking and a creative career in film and storytelling, Chelsea brings a multidisciplinary approach to empowering families and communities through financial education and engagement.
In this episode, Deborah and Chelsea share how they are modernizing wealth management by integrating legacy planning, philanthropy, and education into a more holistic and approachable experience. They discuss the importance of financial literacy—especially for women—and how creating open, engaging conversations around money can transform generational outcomes. The conversation also explores the evolution of family offices, the role of storytelling in financial empowerment, and how their "edu-tainment" approach is helping clients feel more confident and informed. Together, they offer a compelling perspective on building wealth with purpose, strengthening family legacies, and making financial planning more inclusive for future generations.
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8 April 2026, 7:00 pm -
- 27 minutes 42 secondsInside Alumni Ventures with Laura Rippy and host Catherine Gray Ep. 483
Catherine Gray, host of the Invest In Her Podcast, interviews Laura Rippy, Managing Partner and Board Member at Alumni Ventures, where she leads multiple funds, including The Yard Ventures (Harvard), Green D Ventures (Dartmouth), the Women's Fund, and the U.S. Strategic Tech Fund. Laura was ranked the #1 Woman Early Stage Investor in 2025 by Business Insider. A three-time CEO and seasoned executive, she has led and scaled numerous tech startups across Boston, Seattle, and Dallas-Fort Worth, and brings deep experience from her time at Microsoft. With a background in strategy consulting during Germany's economic unification and degrees from Harvard Business School and Dartmouth College, Laura brings a uniquely global and operationally grounded perspective to venture investing.
In this episode, Laura shares her journey from operator to top-ranked venture investor and unpacks what truly differentiates successful founders in today's competitive landscape. She and Catherine discuss the evolving venture capital ecosystem, the importance of access and education for women entering investing, and how Alumni Ventures is democratizing venture capital by opening doors to a broader investor base. Laura also offers insight into evaluating early-stage opportunities, building high-performing teams, and the critical role of pattern recognition and conviction in investing. The conversation highlights both the challenges and opportunities for women in venture, reinforcing the importance of visibility, community, and strategic capital in driving long-term impact.
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1 April 2026, 7:00 pm -
- 22 minutes 21 secondsActivating the Next Generation of Angel Investors with Tessa de Flines and host Catherine Gray Ep. 482
Today on the Invest In Her Podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Tessa de Flines, co-founder of AtVenture Platform, whose mission is to close the wealth and funding gap by activating diverse angel investors through education, community, and capital. Tessa brings more than 18 years of corporate leadership experience from global institutions such as GE and ABN AMRO, along with 8 years as an entrepreneur and Fractional COO helping startups create structure, strategy, and execution as they scale. She is also a Founding Partner at Masters of Scale and an active angel investor through AtVenture Platform, Great Stuff Ventures, and her own portfolio. Passionate about increasing access to capital and opportunity, Tessa mentors founders, speaks globally on inclusive investing, and works to inspire more women and underrepresented investors to participate in the startup ecosystem.
In this episode, Catherine and Tessa discuss the barriers that keep many women and diverse investors from entering the world of angel investing—and how education, community, and access to deal flow can change that. Tessa shares insights from her work building AtVenture Platform, where she focuses on demystifying investing and empowering individuals to become early-stage backers of impactful startups. The conversation explores the importance of expanding the investor base, how more inclusive investing leads to stronger innovation, and why activating new angel investors is critical to closing the funding gap for women founders. Together, they highlight practical ways people can get involved in startup investing while helping reshape the future of entrepreneurship.
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25 March 2026, 7:00 pm -
- 24 minutes 31 secondsUnapologetic Wealth: Rethinking Money, Power, and Angel Investing with Marcia Dawood and host Catherine Gray Ep. 481
Today on the Invest In Her podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Marcia Dawood, an experienced angel investor, venture partner, and passionate advocate for increasing women's access to capital. Marcia is a venture partner with Mindshift Capital, a founding member and past chair of Golden Seeds, and a longtime leader in the angel investing ecosystem. She has invested in dozens of early-stage companies and has become a prominent voice encouraging more women to participate in investing and building wealth through early-stage opportunities.
In this episode, Marcia shares insights from her new book, Unapologetic Wealth, which is currently available for preorder through March 31. https://www.amazon.com/dp/058Uzl5O The book encourages women to rethink their relationship with money, power, and investing, and to step confidently into wealth-building opportunities without hesitation or apology. Marcia discusses how angel investing can be a powerful path for women to support innovative founders while also creating financial growth and long-term impact. She and Catherine explore why more women investors are needed in the startup ecosystem and how shifting our mindset around wealth can help drive both financial success and meaningful change.
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18 March 2026, 7:00 pm -
- 35 minutes 35 secondsBuilding a Global Movement for Women with Mirela Sula and host Catherine Gray Ep. 480
Catherine Gray, host of the Invest In Her Podcast, interviews Mirela Sula, global award-winning entrepreneur, author, and founder of the Global Woman movement. With a background in psychology, counseling, journalism, and teaching, Mirela has built an international platform dedicated to empowering women to start businesses, become public speakers, write books, gain media visibility, and expand their networks worldwide. She is the Founder and CEO of Global Woman Club, with clubs in over 30 cities across more than 20 countries, and the Founder of Global Woman Magazine, the Global Woman Summit and Awards, and The Business Woman Today. A bestselling author of 15 books, including Don't Let Your Mind Go, and an international keynote speaker featured on BBC Radio 4, Sky TV, and The Guardian, Mirela's mission is to economically empower women and reach 10 million women entrepreneurs globally.
In this inspiring conversation, Mirela shares how she transformed personal adversity into a global movement, the psychology behind confidence and visibility, and why community is the fastest pathway to business growth. She and Catherine discuss the power of collaboration over competition, the importance of stepping into leadership before you feel "ready," and how women can leverage media, speaking, and publishing to accelerate their authority. Mirela also reveals practical strategies for building international connections, scaling impact-driven businesses, and creating financial independence through aligned purpose. This episode is a masterclass in global thinking, bold action, and the mindset required to build a legacy that empowers the next generation of women leaders.
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11 March 2026, 8:00 pm -
- 22 minutes 32 secondsWomen Wealth Whisperers: Investing in Longevity with Janet Salazar and host Catherine Gray Ep. 479
Today on the Invest In Her podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Janet C. Salazar, a Philippine-born American businesswoman, global leadership strategist, and founder of the Alpha Whisperers International Network. Known as an advisor to top advisors, Janet is recognized for her strategic insight, discretion, and her ALPHAWHISPERERS™ philosophy, which empowers influential leaders behind the scenes. A Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Residency alumna, she has served as Chief Representative to the United Nations for FSUN and works closely with global corporations, governments, and United Nations entities to build high-impact partnerships. She is Chairman and CEO of ALPHAWIN Venture Group, a privately held holding company engaged in transformative ventures and capital across women's healthcare solutions, longevity, communications, and innovative circular economy models. Janet operates from a fierce conviction in her life mission: helping fellow leaders channel influence, wealth, and power to unlock human potential.
In this compelling conversation, Janet shares the power dynamics behind leadership and the often-unseen influence of those who shape global decisions from behind the scenes. She discusses the philosophy behind ALPHAWHISPERERS™ and why the world in turbulence demands a new kind of steward leadership—one rooted in discretion, trust, and long-term impact. Catherine and Janet explore how women can step more fully into rooms of power, build strategic alliances across sectors, and deploy capital in ways that drive both profitability and purpose. Janet also offers insight into her forthcoming book, ALPHA WHISPERERS: Power Behind The Power, and why unlocking human potential at scale requires courage, clarity, and an unwavering commitment to mission-driven influence.
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4 March 2026, 8:00 pm -
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