Join host Syama Bunten for an inspiring conversation with Catherine Gray, CEO and founder of She Angel Investors and executive producer of the award-winning documentary "Show Her the Money." Catherine shares her remarkable journey from growing up with entrepreneurial parents outside Washington, DC to becoming a trailblazer in cable television advertising and eventually a passionate advocate for women in venture capital.
In this engaging conversation, Catherine reveals how she built multiple successful businesses, from a college photography franchise to pioneering cable TV advertising when only four channels existed. You'll hear about her bold leap into creating content that changes culture, including producing groundbreaking LGBTQ+ programming and documentaries. Catherine also opens up about her strategic approach to real estate investing, her philosophy of balancing wealth-building with enjoying life, and her mission to educate women about alternative investments.
This episode is a masterclass in recognizing emerging opportunities, the power of storytelling to drive social change, and why women need to claim their space in venture capital and alternative asset investing.
Key Topics:
- How entrepreneurial parents shape money mindset - Learn why early exposure to business ownership creates lifelong wealth-building habits
- Spotting ground-floor opportunities before they explode - Discover how to identify emerging industries and ride the wave of growth
- The art of strategic real estate flipping - Get the blueprint for Catherine's $40k profit on her first property purchase
- Why you should invest in what you're passionate about - Understand how funding causes you believe in creates both impact and returns
- Breaking into venture capital as a woman - Learn the difference between angel investing and VC funds and why diversification matters
- Using media and storytelling to change culture - Explore how investing in film, theater, and content can drive social transformation
- Building wealth through alternative assets - Discover why only 2-5% in venture capital can outperform traditional market investments
- The power of "paying yourself first" - Master the psychology of saving and investing before spending on lifestyle
Connect with Catherine Gray:
Show Her the Money: https://showherthemoneymovie.com/
She Angel Investors: sheangelinvestors.com
Invest in Her Podcast: Available on all major podcast platforms
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinelgray/
Find more from Syama Bunten:
Instagram: @syama.co, @gettingrichpod
Website: https://syamabunten.com/
Download Syama's Guide to Getting Rich: www.syamabunten.com
Big Delta Capital: www.bigdeltacapital.com
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