93: Democratizing Capital for Women Entrepreneurs with Molly Huyck

How do you change who gets a seat at the table when the systems around you were not built for everyone to succeed?In this episode, CLC Founder and CEO Laurel Donnellan speaks with Molly Huyck, Founder and CEO of Equitas Invest, about women entrepreneurs, access to capital, mission-driven business, and building ventures rooted in equity and community.Prefer to watch? Watch the full video conversation on the Compassionate Leaders Circle YouTube channel.Molly shares the path that took her from Union Pacific Railroad and PayPal to founding a crowdfunding platform designed to help women entrepreneurs connect with everyday investors. She and Laurel discuss the emotional realities of entrepreneurship, how founders can tell stories that attract support, AI as a practical thought partner, and why Molly also opened a women’s sports bar in Omaha.In this episode, you’ll explore: Why access to capital remains a major barrier for women entrepreneurs How to communicate the story, value, and purpose behind your work What it takes to lead through risk, uncertainty, and high-stakes decisions Why entrepreneurship can be lonely—and how community changes the experience How AI can support creative thinking, decision-making, and leadership Take the Next Step With Compassionate Leaders CircleFor individuals: Build a life and career that fit who you are through private purpose coaching or Plan for Purpose. Explore purpose programs for individuals.For organizations: Build remarkable leadership and lasting culture change with a custom, evidence-based program designed around your people, culture, and goals. Explore CLC solutions for organizations.