Leading the Charge: A Visionary Capital Allocator's Commitment to African Women's Success.

Jo Opot is a visionary capital allocator and founding director of Gather Ventures, a gender and climate smart fund focused on investing in ventures that both create climate resilience and drive asset creation for women and girls in Africa. 

She is dedicated to reshaping the landscape of investment by empowering women and fostering gender equity in business. With a steadfast commitment to uplifting female entrepreneurs, Jo channels her expertise and resources into ventures that elevate women's voices, promote diversity, and drive inclusive growth. She is passionate about breaking down the barriers women face in accessing capital, believing that diverse leadership is key to driving innovation and lasting success. Her work not only creates opportunities but also serves as an inspiring example of how strategic investments can ignite meaningful social change.

In this episode of the Doers Defined Podcast, Elsie Mbugua speaks with Jo Opot on;

·        the privilege of running a venture fund committed to gender and climate 

·        the role of impact investing in emerging market ecosystems

·        issues that make it difficult for women to access capital 

·        metrics she uses to determine investability

·        where she looks for founders to invest in

Listen to the full episode and tap into the wisdom of a female capital allocator with a unique lens and understanding of African cultural contexts that play a role in capital allocation. #BeInspired

Connect with Jo Opot
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-opot/
Gather Ventures: https://www.gatherventures.org/team