Webinar
Unlocking Higher Returns and Lower Risk, A Conversation with The XX Edge Author Ruth Shaber
Watch an on-demand exclusive webinar, “Unlocking Higher Returns and Lower Risk: A Conversation with The XX Edge Author Ruth Shaber.” Hosted by Laura Rippy, Managing Partner of Alumni Ventures Women’s Fund, this fireside chat explores the powerful insights from Dr. Ruth Shaber’s acclaimed book, The XX Edge.
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Post Webinar Summary
In this fireside chat, Laura Rippy, Managing Partner for the Women’s Fund at Alumni Ventures, introduces the discussion with Ruth Shaber, co-author of The XX Edge, a book highlighting how female investors and diverse teams perform better. Laura explains Alumni Ventures’ role as a large venture firm, emphasizing the success of their women’s fund, which invests in female-led companies. Ruth shares insights from her book, which examines how women bring diverse perspectives and strengths to investing, such as evaluating risks differently and fostering collaboration. Their discussion highlights data-driven evidence showing that gender diversity leads to better financial outcomes, not only in venture capital but also in public markets and other sectors. They both stress that adding more women to leadership roles and decision-making processes benefits all investors and the broader economy. The conversation concludes with a call to action for both women and men to support diversity in investing and leadership.
Dr. Shaber reveals a proven investment strategy often overlooked—integrating women into financial decision-making roles for enhanced returns. Discover why gender diversity can lead to more profitable outcomes, gain actionable strategies to implement immediately, and network with like-minded professionals passionate about driving financial success through diversity. Don’t miss out on this transformative discussion.
- HomeGain insights into enhancing investment returns through gender diversity
- HomeLearn actionable strategies from industry leaders
- HomeNetwork with peers committed to driving financial innovation
Alumni Ventures is America’s largest venture capital firm for individual investors.
About your presenters
Laura brings operational perspective as a CEO, Chairman, and executive in technology startups, in addition to investing experience. As Managing Partner at Ripplecreek Partners’ technology practice and General Partner at FA Technology Ventures, she worked many tech sectors across many economic cycles. She also served as CEO at Handango, creating the first marketplace of mobile apps. At Microsoft, she co-founded two businesses as an intra-preneur in an elite swat team spun out of Bill Gates’s office. Laura holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and AB in Government from Dartmouth.
Ruth is the co-author of The XX Edge, a book that highlights the overlooked investment strategy of including women as financial decision-makers, showing significant social, economic, and environmental benefits. With 35 years of experience, Ruth is a dedicated healthcare leader, investor, philanthropist, and author focused on promoting health and opportunity for women and girls.