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"The lack of diversity in venture capital and startup investment is a global challenge that even the most mature and advanced startup nations struggle with. Serial entrepreneur Rebekah Campbell has called it the “elephant” in our ecosystem, while That StartupShow producer Anna Reeves simply asked: “Why?” “In Australia, currently only five percent of female founders of tech-based startups are funded,” Reeves told StartupSmart. AirTree Ventures’ Craig Blair said anyone who cares about society and wants to see a more even playing field should do their part to change the status quo." Read more

Dinushi Dias StartupSmart 5 Dec 2016