Inspired Money

Andy Wang, Runnymede Capital Management

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Improve your money mindset with host Andy Wang, named a top influential financial advisor by INVESTOPEDIA, as we explore positive money stories with everyone from entrepreneurs, non-profit leaders, creatives, and even a former WWE wrestler to help you get inspired, shift your perspectives on money, and achieve incredible things. Whether you want to launch a side hustle, pay down debt, or give money to charity, listen to Inspired Money because big things begin with just a little inspiration.

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Jan 18, 2023

Business Accelerators for Women and BIPOC Founders with Erika Lucas

Founder of StitchCrew and VEST Her Ventures, Erika Lucas talks about how entrepreneurship can close wealth gaps in America and a trillion dollar investment opportunity. Guest Biography In collaboration with NBA team the Oklahoma City Thunder she established an accelerator program to support entrepreneurs in the middle of the country. Erika also founded VEST, a curated network of C-suite women working together to expedite the pipeline of more women in power. As she states in her TED talk: America’s trillion dollar blindspot, Erika’s mission is to help close the funding and wealth gap for women and entrepreneurs of color. Prior to launching StitchCrew and VEST, Erika was a Partner at a Private Equity Firm with investments in the U.S. and Europe. Before that she was the Deputy Director for the Oklahoma Department of Commerce where she oversaw the Global Investment and Trade Division. Erika began her career facilitating the establishment and in-country operation of several international manufacturing companies in Mexico. Boards: Arvest Bank, OK Policy Institute, Diversion Hub, OKC County Health Department, the Oklahoma Downtown Partnership, Mercy Foundation. This episode is brought to you by https://www.yaahdy.com where you can buy unique products from Jamaica, like Blue Mountain Coffee. Use coupon code 'money' for 10% off your entire order. In this episode, you'll learn: * The challenges that women-led startups face * Why advocacy work is important in the context of investing * Stay tuned in to the end to hear how private investments can help close the wealth gap as well as return a good profit. Show notes: http://www.inspiredmoney.fm/262 Find more from our guest: * www.erikalucas.co * LinkedIn * TikTok * Instagram * Twitter Mentioned in the episode: * www.stitchcrew.com * www.vesther.co * MailChimp * Sara Blakely Thanks for Listening & Watching! To share your thoughts: * Leave a note in the comment section below. * Share this show on Twitter or Facebook. * Join us at the Inspired Money Makers groups at facebook and LinkedIn To help out the show: * Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser.com, or wherever you listen. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read each one. * Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and YouTube.