‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’ [Video]

Welcome to ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,’ a webinar dedicated to exploring the challenges encountered by women in STEM, in alignment with the UN Women 2024 theme. Join us for a candid discussion and Q&A session with Claire Thorne and Lisa Shu, as we delve into practical solutions, draw inspiration, and highlight the pivotal role of VSD as a catalyst for progress in promoting gender diversity and equity.

Meet our guests:
– Dr. Claire Thorne, Venture Partner at DSV, and Co-CEO TechSheCan
– Dr. Lisa Shu, Head of Partnerships for DSV Education

Apply to the Venture Science Doctorate (VSD): https://dsv.vc/3NgxqsR

🕒 Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to DSV (Deep Science Ventures) and TechSheCan. Dr. Lisa Shu’s and Dr. Claire Thorne’s Background.
06:18 Main Barriers of Diversity and Inclusion in STEM: Attraction and Retention
13:50 TechSheCan’s Outreach Efforts, & Challenges Ahead
15:32 Challenges Ahead and DSV’s Approaches
16:45 Representation vs. Inclusion
20:03 The Venture Science Doctorate (VSD) Solution
23:49 Lisa Shu’s Transition to the VC World
26:33 Reflection on Traditional PhDs and PhD Programs Today
28:26 VC Funding & Importance of Diversity in Decision-Making
32:32 “Women-only” Spaces
34:54 Q&A: Diversity within the VSD Cohort
36:15 Q&A: Role of Mentorship in VC and the Disparity
38:23 Q&A: Importance of Publications in the VSD and Recommendations
41:53 Q&A: Removing Unconscious Bias in VC Fund Recruitment
45:40 Q&A: DSVs Ecosystem
49:37 Excitement for the Future of VSD
53:32 Q&A: Advice for Women Entrepreneurs
55:43 Q&A: Incoming Cohort Size Goals
56:35 Closing Remarks and Ways to Get Involved – Dr. Claire Thorne, Dr. Lisa Shu
57:33 Apply! – https://dsv.vc/3NgxqsR