The Tech Entrepreneur Behind the “Women’s Internet” in India | Talking Development

Technology, capital, and women is a powerful formula to drive economic growth and create more inclusive societies. In this episode of Talking Development, World Bank Managing Director Anna Bjerde talks with Sairee Chahal, the founder and CEO of three all-women digital platforms in India - Flexi Moms, Sheroes, and Mahila Money -, who is betting on the power of technology to allow women entrepreneurs to thrive. Sairee shares her passion, her professional journey, and what lies ahead. Learn more: http://wrld.bg/MpKN50Rv8VI #womenentrepreneurs

0:00 The business case for women’s economic participation in India
0:50 The personal experience that shaped Sairee’s passion for women’s empowerment
2:47 How Mahila Money offers women “Microfinance 2.0”
5:57 By and for women: Sairee’s next project
7:29 Her advice to aspiring entrepreneurs and future women leaders
11:24 Anna Bjerde’s take

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