Raising Money and a Family as a Woman Entrepreneur: Brooke Markevicius
What happens when you start a freelancing business that’s just you and it turns into something much larger than you thought was possible?
And on the way you need to raise money, raise a family and also sell your business?
Brooke Markevicius helps answer those questions within this in-depth conversation about how to balance an accelerating business, family and mindset. She is the Founder of startup Allobee, and led the company to a significant acquisition by The Riveter all while being the mom of 2.
This conversation goes into:
-Knowing when and how to raise money from Venture Capitalists as a woman entrepreneur
-How to move from a solopreneur freelance business to a startup
-The best tools and platforms to manage your time effectively as a business owner
If you’re a freelancer or looking to take your business to the next level, this is the episode for you!
Notable Moments
09:04 – Brooke on life after acquisition
16:27 – Raising money while raising a family
26:54 – Maintaining momentum in your business
30:26 – Reframing imposter syndrome
35:57 – Hiring people aligned with your mission
Connect with Brooke:
Mentioned on the Show:
The Future Built By Women by Brooke Markevicius
Genevieve King Episode Apple Spotify
Suggested Reading:
Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome by Ruchika Tulshyan and Jodi-Ann Burey
Connect with Kiri, the host:
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