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peri bakr
startup and scale-up banker at rabobank
about
peri has a rich background in the financial sector, specializing in helping startups and scale-ups within rabobank. her expertise lies in navigating the complexities of financing fast growing and innovative startups and scale-ups. furthermore, as a startup & scale-up banker she is committed to fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem that strives for greater inclusivity. follow her on linkedin.
why do you think it is important that role models need to be visible?
having role models can inspire and empower others, especially in fields where women have traditionally been underrepresented, like tech and finance. role models demonstrate that success is attainable regardless of gender. this campaign also helps in creating a community of champions that actively supports more inclusion and equality. as one of the role models, i strive to be part of this change by leveraging my knowledge and experiences to bridge connections within my network. by doing so, i hope to lower the hurdles that women face in their professional journeys. i’m really excited and proud to be a part of this group that supports and celebrates the success of women in every field.
rabobank
rabobank believes that startups and scale-ups play an essential role in a world that is characterized by social challenges and transitions. due to their innovative strength these companies make an important contribution to a more futureproof society. supporting these companies fits in seamlessly in our mission “growing a better world together”. our startup & scale-up team is a team of dedicated specialists who assist startups and scale-ups on their road to success. working with rapidly growing, innovative companies on a daily basis, we understand their needs and challenges. through our financial products and services, our (international) network and our knowledge, we help them to realize their ambitions.
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