In this week’s phenomenal episode of Women Influencers, I speak with Jenny Fielding, founder and investor at Everywhere Ventures and author of Venture Everywhere. Jenny shares her unconventional journey from law school and banking to becoming an "accidental entrepreneur" and venture capitalist. She started her first company in 2007, driven by a desire to solve a problem rather than build a startup. That venture grew into a thriving business, launching her into the world of entrepreneurship and, eventually, investing in early-stage tech companies worldwide.

Jenny's investment philosophy is shaped by her global perspective and belief that innovation is everywhere. Inspired by her grandmother’s adventurous spirit, she has traveled to over 100 countries and invested in entrepreneurs across 30 nations. Her book, Venture Everywhere, highlights 12 entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds who have built successful companies outside of traditional tech hubs. Through her work, she has helped create a more inclusive investment landscape, with a portfolio significantly more diverse than the industry average.

One of Jenny's proudest achievements is challenging the status quo in venture capital. While female founders typically receive only 2% of VC funding, her firm’s portfolio consists of 30% women-led startups. She has also overcome personal challenges, including the difficult decision to leave corporate America and embrace the uncertainty of entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of self-belief and taking small, incremental steps toward one's goals.

“Chart your own path." - Jenny Fielding

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