Impact VC with Erin Sietstra (Hopelab)

Eric and Lucas are joined for conversation with Erin Sietstra from Hopelab a researcher, investor, and convener that supports equity-centered solutions for the mental health and well-being of Brown, Black, and Queer young people. Erin, rightly points out that in a world with more diverse checkwriters you don’t need to convince investors that an issue like black maternal health is a pressing problem that needs to be solved. Tune in to hear about her work as Head of Investments at Hopelab.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Understanding Youth Mental Health and Access to Care

• 01:04 Impact Venture Capital vs Traditional VC

• 03:37 Hope Lab's Mission and Theory of Change

• 07:11 The Role of Corporate Venture Capital

• 09:07 Innovative Solutions for Youth Mental Health

• 14:27 A Day in the Life of an Impact Investor

• 26:09 Building Relationships in Investing

• 32:55 The Power of Lived Experience in Founders

Links:

• Erin’s Linkedin

• Hopelab's website
• Eric’s Linkedin
• Lucas’ Linkedin