In this episode of The Pearl Lam Podcast Maaike Doyer tells Pearl Lam why she believes women need the courage to invest and offers a compelling perspective regarding women in the venture capital and entrepreneurial landscape.

Maaike Doyer is the founder of Epic Engels, the largest female-only angel investor network in the Asia Pacific region. Rejecting traditional feminist labels, she views women as change-makers rather than victims in need of special treatment. With a rich multicultural background and experiences spanning the US, Singapore and the Netherlands, Maaike is dedicated to using her expertise to make change across the globe.

Maaike is also the creator of the acclaimed "Business Model Canvas" tool and is also deeply committed to academia and design.  She is a Professor at Singapore Management University and is a Board Member of Design Singapore.

During this enlightening conversation Pearl and Maaike delve into the complexities of entrepreneurship, venture capital, and the limitless potential of women in the global business landscape. With insights drawn from Maaike's pioneering work and unwavering commitment, this episode is a thought-provoking exploration of leadership and innovation.