In the latest episode of Empowered to Grow in Business podcast, we dove into “Venture Forward: Growth Strategies for Business & Economic Impact” with Henry Dauphin, Co-Founder & CEO of The Geftas Institute.

Henry brings over two decades of experience across global startup ecosystems, venture building, and innovation labs. In this powerful conversation, we explore how founders and investors can co-create ventures that are both economically viable and socially transformative.

In this episode, Henry shares:

• How to align founder values with economic models that attract the right capital

• Why understanding the cost of capital is essential from day one

• How to profile investors and filter feedback without compromising your conviction

• The myth of impact metrics — and how true impact starts with the founder’s intent

• Why emerging ecosystems are fertile ground for the next wave of global innovation

Whether you're a founder building your first venture, an investor seeking deeper alignment, or a strategist shaping ecosystems — this episode will challenge and inspire your thinking.

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