In our latest episode of Finding Fearless, we had the privilege of speaking with Tricia M. Taitt, CEO of FinCore and fractional CFO who's transforming how women entrepreneurs approach their finances. Her journey from Wall Street executive to financial empowerment advocate offers powerful insights into building a sustainable, values-driven business.

Key themes include:

• The critical importance of financial literacy for entrepreneurial success

• Why less than 2% of women-owned businesses reach seven figures in revenue

• Strategies for overcoming financial fears and scarcity mindsets

• The difference between revenue and take-home pay (and why it matters)

• How childhood money lessons shape our business decisions

• Practical steps for scaling beyond six figures with intention

In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Marcia Dawood, author, TEDx Speaker, podcast host, and early-stage investor. Together they explore Marcia's mission to transform angel investing from an exclusive club into an accessible pathway for everyday people to fund innovation and create positive change.

Key themes include:

• Marcia's journey from corporate finance to passionate advocate for investment democratization

• The untapped potential of platforms like Wefunder, Republic, and StartEngine

• Building a personal investment thesis that aligns with your values

• The critical importance of community and collaboration in angel investing

• How equity crowdfunding is reshaping who gets to be an investor

In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Catherine Gray, a general partner at Silicon Valley Women Founders Fund and CEO of She Angel Investors. Together they explore Catherine's inspiring transition from advertising to venture capital and her powerful advocacy for women entrepreneurs.

Key themes include:

• The unique challenges women face in securing venture capital funding.

• The power of storytelling in shifting investment culture towards greater equity.

• Strategies for fostering increased representation and investment in women-led ventures.

• The impact and reception of Catherine's documentary 'Show Her the Money' and its broader influence.

• Opportunities for listeners to engage with venture capital and feminist funding initiatives.

In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Amanda Ralston, a queer and neurodivergent serial entrepreneur and the visionary behind Non-Binary Solutions. Together they explore Amanda's groundbreaking work in revolutionizing autism care through innovative and inclusive approaches.

Key themes include:

• Amanda's 25-year journey in applied behavior analysis and its evolution.

• The development and impact of her innovative clinical decision support system for autism treatment.

• The changing landscape of autism diagnosis and the need for adaptable solutions.

• The unique challenges and strengths of being a neurodivergent entrepreneur.

• The power of radical honesty and non-binary thinking in leadership and business.

• Balancing data-driven decisions with intuition in healthcare innovation.

In this powerful episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Tanesha Grant, founder of Parents Supporting Parents NY and Moms United for Black Lives NYC. Together, they unpack the profound impact of community organizing, grassroots advocacy, and the fight for equity within systems that have historically marginalized Black families. 

Key themes include:

• The systemic barriers faced by marginalized families within the child welfare system.

• The importance of digital equity and community coalition building.

• Balancing personal well-being with relentless advocacy work.

• The power of lived experience in driving social change.

• Building organizations like Parents Supporting Parents NY and Moms United for Black Lives NYC.