Breaking Barriers: The First Female-Led VC Firm in Switzerland
Listen to Jacqueline Ruedin Rüsch, Founding GP, and Angelica Morrone GP from Privilège Ventures, Switzerland's first female-led VC firm. Jacqueline and Angelica reflect on their experiences as women in the male-dominated venture capital (VC) industry. They discuss the unique perspectives women bring to the table, particularly the value of diverse viewpoints in decision-making while highlighting the challenges of networking and establishing credibility in a predominantly male environment. This 0100 ESG & Impact Talks delves into their investment strategies, emphasizing the benefits of gender-diverse teams and focusing on sectors like climate tech, agri-food tech, and health tech, aligning with their mission of positively impacting people and the planet. The conversation also touches on the importance of perseverance in the long-term VC landscape and the ongoing efforts to support more women entering the industry, alongside a call for investors to back purpose-driven initiatives.