From Venture Capital for Female Entrepreneurs to Virtual Banking: Alison Rose on Leaders with Lacqua | Feature Article
- Lindsey Schlandt
- May 21
- 1 min read
INSIGHTSUCCESS.COM — Dame Alison Rose appeared on Leaders with Lacqua to reflect on her groundbreaking tenure as CEO of NatWest and the future of banking. In the interview, she explored why so few women access venture capital, citing both awareness gaps and systemic bias. While progress has been made, she emphasized that structural change is still needed to unlock women’s entrepreneurial potential.
She also discussed how COVID-19 intensified care responsibilities for women, including in her own household, yet catalyzed a shift toward flexible, digital business models. This transformation, she noted, ultimately created new opportunities for female founders to thrive.
On the evolution of banking, Alison described a world where customer relationships are built digitally—through apps, platforms, and even the metaverse. Her approach: create a “relationship bank for a digital world,” one that meets people where they are and grows with them over time.
From tracking success by long-term customer impact to addressing the rise of crypto fraud, Alison’s leadership remains rooted in purpose, adaptability, and protecting those the industry serves. Her vision for the future of banking is one that is personal, technological, and relentlessly relevant.
