Love Quote by Kirsten Green
“I don't love it when people come in and say, 'We need a woman on our board,' or 'Can you invest in this new shopping app because you like to shop?' But whatever gets me in the deal.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Venture Capital Podcast, 2021
Advocating for merit over tokenism in investment decisions.
In simple terms: Focus on merit, not gender quotas.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize value over labels.
Themes
gender
investment
leadership
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
business
leadership
When to use this quote
- board appointments
- startup funding
- investment pitches
Key Concepts
diversity
bias
venture capital
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance representation and merit?
- What criteria ensure fair evaluation?
A Different Perspective
Tokenism can overlook qualified candidates.
