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The Pathways Pledge has been launched – and we’re delighted to be a signatory. As part of the first cohort, we’ve pledged to drive actionable, tangible change across a few key areas where improvement is much needed, as highlighted by the Pathways Report. Our CEO, Elizabeth Pirrie said: “AccelerateHER has been advancing and amplifying the incredible work of women founders, for twelve years now. And with a number of programmes, accelerators, and learning now being offered across the ecosystem – collaboration has never been more important, to connect women entrepreneurs with opportunities that are relevant and valuable to their stage of business. To meet our commitments within the Pathways Pledge, we will build new partnerships with organisations across the private, public, and third sectors; we will hone the opportunities we offer on the topic of investor readiness; and we will tap into the expertise of our sister organisation Investing Women Angels so that more women entrepreneurs can unlock the knowledge, mentorship, and networks required to scale their businesses. Thanks to all at Pathways Forward for creating the pledge which will help to drive meaningful change for women founders across Scotland.” https://lnkd.in/g-raQPgJ

It’s been another busy, busy year for the AccelerateHER network – as well as delivering events, accelerators, meetups, the kick off of our new W2W programme – we’ve had a ball watching so many women founders, old friends and new, innovate, collaborate, and grow together. We'll be back, bright and early in the New Year with a fresh roster of events and opportunities. From all of us at AccelerateHER, thank you for being part of this incredible community. We can’t wait to see where 2025 takes you. But for now, rest, reflect, and recharge - you’ve earned it.

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas from the team at AccelerateHER! 🎄🩷 A huge thank you to everyone who has supported, contributed, and been part of our community this year. Your passion and commitment have been at the heart of everything we've accomplished, and we're so proud of what we've achieved together. We're excited to see what opportunities and successes the New Year will bring. Have a wonderful holiday season and a happy New Year! 🥳🎆

The first W2W event kicked off earlier today bringing women investors and entrepreneurs together for a day of learning and networking. This group of talented women will continue to meet throughout December and January, going on an “investment journey” of learning, discussion, and networking, welcoming key speakers and guests to deliver insight from right here in the UK and the wider world of investment. Thanks to Rhona Campbell, Gwen Edwards and our colleagues from Burness Paull LLP who delivered today’s sessions and to everyone for attending. The Scottish Government Elizabeth Pirrie Jackie Waring FRSE Investing Women Angels #W2W #womenbackingwomen #entrepreneurship #womenfounders #womenininvestment

🎉 Start Your 2025 with AccelerateHER! 🎊 We're excited to share our upcoming events designed to equip female founders with the knowledge and tools to achieve their goals. From perfecting your pitch to protecting your intellectual property, these sessions are crafted to empower and support your journey. 🗓️Save These Dates: 1️⃣ Pitch Desk Bootcamp, January 23 & 30, 2025 - A two-day interactive course tailored for Scottish female founders preparing for investment. 2️⃣ Protecting Your Intellectual Property with Burness Paull LLP, January 28, 2025 - Join Amy McSkimming, as she shared 5 essential tips for protecting your intellectual property - whether it's a name, design, or confidential formula. Don't miss out - mark your calendar Stay tuned for more updates 👇 https://lnkd.in/gMd7stj3

Sharing this insightful post from our CEO Elizabeth Pirrie Research shows gender-diverse teams are 25% more likely to be profitable, and ethnically diverse companies outperform peers by 36%. But bias can creep into how we hire, invest, and evaluate talent. Being mindful of these biases isn't just good for diversity - it's good for business. Diverse perspectives drive innovation, creativity, and success. #DiversityandInclusion #BetterTogether

📣 Women to Women (W2W) Starts Next Week! 📣 We're thrilled to kick off the W2W programme next week! This initiative connects female investors and entrepreneurs to increase early-stage investment in Scotland's innovative, female-founded companies. With expert insights from Gwen Edwards, joint MD of Golden Seeds (Silicon Valley), and experienced women angels, participants will gain invaluable knowledge on raising investment and angel investing. Let's empower and elevate women-led innovation! 💪 #WomentoWomen #FemaleFounders

🚨 FINAL day to apply! 🚨 Founders, today is your last chance to join the Lawtech UK Scaler Programme! This free, 10-week accelerator is your opportunity to scale your Lawtech startup and expand your market reach. Don't miss out - apply now before it's too late! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eAT2_29q

📣 A New Opportunity for Female Founders & Angel Investors! 👭 We're thrilled to announce the W2W Programme by Investing Women Angels and AccelerateHER, designed to empower female founders and investors in Scotland. This programme connects early-stage, female-led companies with new women angels, providing practical insights on raising investment, pitching due diligence, and more. Programme Highlights: - Investment process & strategies - Pitch practice & investor feedback - Insights from experienced female founders & investors, including Gwen Edwards, MD of Golden Seeds (Silicon Valley) - Angel investment strategies & exits - Access to international investment (USA) Applications close on 29th Nov 2024. Don't miss out! Head to the event page for programme dates and location details! 👇 https://lnkd.in/eM7ebWQB #InvestingWomen #W2WProgramme

🚨 Attention Founders! 🚨 We're happy to announce that the Lawtech UK Scaler Programme is now open for recruitment! This free, accelerator-style programme is specifically designed to help Lawtech startups with active products scale their operations and grow their market presence. 📈 Over the course of 10 weeks, founders will benefit from: - Collaborative learning with fellow entrepreneurs - Expert-led workshops focused on scaling challenges - Practical strategies to drive business growth The programme will run from 14th January to 25th March 2025, with weekly online sessions via Zoom. 🖥️ Who should apply? Lawtech founders with a validated product who are ready to take their business to the next level. How to apply? Applications are open until 5th December. Apply now! 👇 https://lnkd.in/eh7Dn8Cs