What’s really keeping women out of investing? It’s not a lack of instincts or resources—it’s the illusion that they don’t belong. My conversation with the Founder and Managing Partner at Neon, Kimmy Scotti, made that crystal clear. The real power move isn’t just making money—it’s understanding the language, the strategy, and the game itself. And Kimmy? She’s rewriting the rules, making sure women aren’t just participants but power players. Her take on being “unreasonable” hit home, too—because real change doesn’t happen by blending in. It happens when you own your space, trust your instincts, and make the world bend to you.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The language of investing, hot to take your power, and never feel like an outsider in a game that was never just for men in suits.
Why you should invest in what you already love, pay attention to the brands you swear by, and own a piece of something you use, talk about, and watch grow.
How to be “unreasonable” by challenging norms, trusting your instincts, stepping into decision-making spaces, and refusing to wait for permission.
Take control of your wealth by learning how to invest, make your own financial decisions, and refuse to let anyone else dictate where your money goes.
Ways to shift from giving to growing, because while men invest, women donate, and you deserve wealth that works for you.
Learn More About Kimmy Scotti & Neon
LinkedIn & Instagram: @kimmyscotti
About Our Guest
Kimmy Scotti is the Founding & Managing Partner at Neon, an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2023. As an investor and serial entrepreneur, Kimmy’s endeavors are multifaceted.
Prior to Neon, Kimmy was building and investing as a founding partner at 8VC, a prominent technology and life sciences investment firm, where she invested in category-defining companies, including Blink Health, Maven, Oula, Hill House Home, and Seed. Kimmy remains an advisor to 8VC.
In addition to her current work with Neon, Kimmy currently serves on the Board of Directors for JewBelong, the Board of Directors for Breakout Foundation, and on the Senior Advisory Committee to Cornell Tech at Cornell University. She is an active supporter of various charitable initiatives, including women’s reproductive rights, maternal health, and antisemitism.
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