Maaike Doyer

February 26, 2024

Maaike Doyer is the founder of Epic Engels, the largest female-only angel investor network in the Asia Pacific region. Rejecting traditional feminist labels, she views women as change-makers rather than victims in need of special treatment. With a rich multicultural background and experiences spanning the US, Singapore and the Netherlands, Maaike is dedicated to using her expertise to make change across the globe.

Maaike Doyer is a trailblazer in entrepreneurship, education, and investment with a unique passion for numbers. Starting her career in Mergers & Acquisitions, she swiftly rose to become the global CFO of a leading design firm, spearheading its successful expansion from Europe to the U.S.

Building on her experience as an early angel investor in Silicon Valley, when Maaike moved to Singapore in 2020, she noticed a gap in angel investing. She took the initiative and founded Epic Angels to democratize this field. Today, Epic Angels is the largest female-only angel network in the APAC region, making a significant impact on the investment scene.

Maaike has been a guest speaker for several prestigious organizations and institutions, delivering insights from her extensive experience in venture capital, startups, and innovative business models. Her messages are clear and actionable, pushing audiences to move beyond talk and into action.

Maaike is also a respected professor at top universities and MBA programs, a mentor to many, and an active board member for several startups. Her hands-on approach and valuable insights have guided many careers and businesses.

Maaike delivers powerful keynote speeches and leads transformative workshops. Her energy and wisdom inspire her audience, and her drive for change is infectious.

Rejecting traditional feminist labels, Doyer views women as change-makers rather than victims in need of special treatment. She believes women need the courage to invest and offers a compelling perspective regarding women in the venture capital and entrepreneurial landscape.

In How To Build The Courage to Invest episode of The Pearl Lam Podcast, Pearl and Maaike delve into the complexities of entrepreneurship, venture capital, and the limitless potential of women in the global business landscape.

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