The Jasper Blueprint - Democratising Angel Investment: How Anyone Can Become an Investor

In this episode of The Jasper Blueprint podcast, Bessi is joined by Marcia Dawood, an expert in angel investment and author of Do Good While Doing Well. They discuss the shift from traditional investment approaches to those that combine profit with purpose, driving sustainable growth and innovation. The conversation highlights how business leaders can become active investors, while addressing myths around angel funding and the growing accessibility of diverse investment opportunities. They also explore the growing number of innovative financial products, small businesses can tap into and the role of women in closing funding gaps. This episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone curious to understand how they can become more involved in supporting the growth and success of other small and scaling businesses.

Also in this episode: 

• The historical exclusivity in investment is now shifting toward more democratic participation, allowing a broader array of individuals to become investors.

• Angel investing is not just for the wealthy; platforms today enable fractional investments, making supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses accessible at different levels.

• Women and other historically marginalised investors can play a pivotal role in resolving funding inequities by participating actively as investors.

Listen to the full episode here.