A Healthy Disregard for the Impossible: Leading with Intuition, Innovation, and Impact

In this episode of Beyond Barriers, Naseem Sayani, Co-Founder and General Partner at Emmeline Ventures, shares her powerful journey from consulting to venture capital, revealing how trusting her instincts has led her to make bold decisions in high-stakes environments. You’ll learn how Naseem’s ability to blend intuition with innovation has helped her identify game-changing founders and direct capital toward marginalized groups in venture capital.

Naseem shares insights into how her fund drives industry transformation through investments in women-led businesses across key sectors like women’s health, fintech, and sustainability. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, an investor, or a leader navigating your career, Naseem’s story will inspire you to embrace uncertainty and lead with impact.

Key Takeaways:

• Trusting Your Gut: Learn how Naseem leans on intuition to identify ventures that are poised for success.
• Redefining Venture Capital: Discover how Naseem’s fund focuses on women-led businesses that are creating transformative change.
• Leadership and Innovation: Hear practical advice on balancing risk and innovation in early-stage investing.
• Empowering Female Founders: Gain insights into how Naseem is reshaping the future of venture capital by empowering marginalized entrepreneurs.