In this powerful episode of The Business Growth Connector Podcast, we’re joined by Marcia Dawood—angel investor, author of Do Good While Doing Well, TEDx speaker, and host of The Angel Next Door Podcast. With a portfolio of over 50 early-stage investments, Marcia is deeply committed to expanding support for innovative, diverse companies driving real change.

Together, we dive into the world of angel investing and explore how everyday people can become early supporters of big ideas. Marcia shares her journey, expertise, and strategies for aligning values with investment goals.

Inside this episode, we discuss:

• An introduction to angel investment: what it is and how to get started

• The importance of diversity in funding and why it matters now more than ever

• Navigating the funding landscape as a woman in business or investment

• How pitching strategies differ between women and men—and what investors look for

• The role of team dynamics in investment decision-making

• The impact of accelerators and incubators on startup success

• And so much more on building profitable companies that solve real-world problems

Whether you're a budding investor, a startup founder, or simply curious about how capital can drive social change, this episode is packed with practical insights and powerful inspiration.

Tune in now to learn how you can do good—while doing well.

Visit Marcia on https://www.marciadawood.com/