Selma is a powerhouse in the startup and angel investing ecosystem, with over 30 years of business experience and two decades dedicated to reshaping the investment landscape in Europe and beyond. Now, she’s channeling her expertise into advancing women-led investments, innovation, and legacy building. As a thought leader, keynote speaker, and strategic advisor, Selma has delivered over 2,000 talks worldwide, including a TEDx on "Invest Like a Girl," and authored two books on networking and entrepreneurship. She’s taught university courses in entrepreneurship and marketing. Her commitment to gender-balanced investing is highlighted in her leadership roles with GBAN, EBAN, and invest.austria, as well as her impactful EBAN Manifesto for Gender Balanced Investing. Named one of Europe’s most influential women in the startup and VC space from 2022 to 2024, Selma has been featured in Forbes, the Financial Times, Elle, Bloomberg, and more, reaching audiences across 40+ countries.