Understanding Iceland's Financial Journey and Gender Dynamics

The speaker discusses Iceland's recent challenges, including the economic meltdown and volcanic eruption, and introduces Audur Capital, a financial firm founded on feminine values. The firm emphasizes risk awareness, straight-talking, emotional capital, and profit with principles. The speaker highlights the importance of diversity in decision-making and the potential for revolutionary change in business and finance. Personal experiences and the role of women in Iceland's history are shared, advocating for balance and sustainable practices.

What event led to Iceland being put up for sale on eBay?

• A natural disaster

• An economic meltdown

• A volcanic eruption

• A political scandal

What was a key reason for the founders to start Audur Capital?

• To promote male dominance in finance

• To incorporate feminine values into finance

• To focus solely on profit

• To expand globally

Which value emphasizes understanding the risks before investing?

• Straight-talking

• Risk awareness

• Emotional capital

• Profit with principles

What does Audur Capital believe is as important as financial due diligence?

• Competitive pricing

• Emotional due diligence

• Market analysis

• Technological advancement

What trend does the speaker believe will create interesting investment opportunities?

• Technological innovation

• Female and sustainability trends

• Cryptocurrency

• Real estate development

What does the speaker suggest is needed instead of repeating past mistakes?

• More revolutionary thinking

• Increased regulation

• Higher profits

• More traditional approaches

What historical event in Iceland highlighted the importance of women in society?

• The election of the first female president

• The women's day off in 1975

• The founding of Audur Capital

• The economic collapse

Who was elected as Iceland's first female head of state?

• Kristin

• Vigdis Finnbogadottir

• The speaker

• A female banker

What realization did the speaker come to about gender differences?

• Men should dominate finance

• Women should lead all sectors

• Differences should be embraced

• Men and women are the same

What does the speaker advocate for instead of either/or choices?

• Exclusive male leadership

• More competition

• Complete separation

• The beauty of balance