What does it really take to build wealth through discipline, strategy, and long-term thinking—while still creating meaningful impact?

In this episode, Syama Bunten sits down with third-generation entrepreneur, C-level executive, and angel investor Dawn Dobras, whose career spans fashion retail, creative industries, and board leadership.

Dawn shares how early lessons in financial literacy, competitive drive, and strategic planning shaped her rise from an entry-level role in fashion retail to investing in and mentoring female and diverse founders. This conversation isn't about flashy wins. It's about building financial security early, thinking like an operator, and using wealth as a tool to empower others and create lasting change.

Key Topics:

1. Chasing the entrepreneurial spirit from a very young age
2. Maxing out the 401k as early as possible
3. It's never too late to start investing and learning more about it
4. Being a conversation starter about investing among women peers
5. Owning your expertise and fully realizing your potential
6. Getting more savvy about the investments you make
7. Teaching kids to be productive and to always be moving forward every day
8. Creating a butterfly effect to help others harness their power for exponential change

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Website: https://www.capitalf.vc/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawndobras

Instagram: @dawndboras

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