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I'm so excited to share a new iteration of the ground breaking #PitchBook All In: Female Founders in the VC Ecosystem Series for which I am forever honored to be even remotely involved in. It's so fulfilling to observe the incredible team of women that produce and release this report. This year it was especially exciting to see it come to fruition on International Women's Day and observe the splash it made alongside a brand new European edition plus countless events. I want to shout out all the incredible people who contributed: Ewa Rosol Jane Mallett Sarah McFarland Briana Howard Sara Good Fallon Sullivan Rachel Schowalter Julia Midkiff Stacey Jenkins Kayla Gordon Kane Mary Kenefake Abby Rankin Alexandra Comnenos Samantha Ratty Michelle Wie West and most of all, the report's intrepid writer and my favorite celebrity Annemarie Donegan, who managed to produce this report while nearly single handedly keeping her team afloat. That being said, the execution of the All In initiative is no small feat. Much like the path ahead for female founders with their companies collectively receiving far less investment than male-founded companies, it requires perseverance and the work is never done. But the data featured in the report shows that there are reasons to be optimistic about what lies ahead and the day of release always brings out that optimism. TLDR: PitchBook's annual All In: Female Founders in the US VC Ecosystem report was just published along with its inaugural accompanying report - the All In: Female Founders in the European VC Ecosystem. Read the US report here: https://lnkd.in/g_vpYBaF Or find the European report here: https://lnkd.in/gH8CcRuq

I'm excited to announce that I'll be speaking at Capital Conversations: Fundraising from Women Angels and VCs on Tuesday, June 11 from 10:00 to 11:30am. This exclusive event will delve into the nuances of fundraising from women angels and venture capitalists, featuring insights from top female investors shaping the startup ecosystem. We'll explore key topics like trends and opportunities in angel investing, building effective relationships with women angels and VCs, crafting compelling pitches, diversifying your investor network, and navigating due diligence and negotiation. Joining me as featured speakers are Vanessa Stephens (BlackRock, Black Angel Group), Rachel Stuve (Golden Seeds), with the discussion moderated by Jaisa Gooden (Silicon Valley Bank). This event is perfect for female founders gearing up for fundraising or those curious about angel investing dynamics. Expect actionable insights and valuable connections. I can't wait to share my experiences and learn from other leaders in the field. Don't miss this opportunity to gain knowledge and expand your network! #Fundraising #WomenInVC #AngelInvesting #StartupEcosystem #CapitalConversations

Fun Fact: Female investors are three times more likely to invest in female founders, according to PitchBook News. However, the lack of women in the VC market has a direct impact on funding levels for founders. This is where female investors can make a difference. They not only offer capital but also mentorship, networking opportunities, and a more inclusive community where female entrepreneurs can thrive. PitchBook's recent report on the European all-in female founders in the VC ecosystem sheds light on this topic. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/d65PdQmy. In Australia, it's even more challenging. If you're interested in how Startupbootcamp is working to increase female participation in Angel Investing, get in touch with Jacqui Bloom or me.

I love to see that female founders are gaining funding! Still more work to do. Angeles Investors sponsor PitchBook put out a great report showing how US female founders have grabbed a record share of VC dollars. Read below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/guCk3-EM Follow me on Linkedin, Twitter, and Instagram for more exponential growth and investing insights. For funding, investment opportunities and more, please follow Angeles Investors!

Good vibes 🎉Female founders captured 25.8% of deal count and 20.5% of deal value in 2023—both records, although investment fell in absolute terms. 📈Deals for European female-founded companies grew more than twice as fast as deals for all-male-founded teams over the past decade. 💶 Funding for European female founders showed resilience in a down year, according to the latest All In: Female Founders in the VC Ecosystem report sponsored by UBS, Shoosmiths and Enterprise Ireland. 👇Link to access the report shared by PitchBook in comment

PitchBook's All In: Female Founders in the VC Ecosystem is out! Funding for European female founders showed resilience in a down year. Female founders captured 25.8% of deal count and 20.5% of deal value in 2023—both records, although investment fell in absolute terms. Deals for European female-founded companies grew more than twice as fast as deals for all-male-founded teams over the past decade. Just 15.2% of decision-makers at large European VC firms are women. However, healthcare-focused investors tend to have better representation.

Calling all female founders! 🙋♀️ We’re tired of hearing about the disappointing fundraising stats for women. Let’s change the conversation to what we CAN control instead! Join me, Victoria Yampolsky, and PowerUp Globally for an event full of actionable fundraising strategies, the inside scoop from investors, and connections that will empower you to be a #femalefounder success story. Virtual Event: Breaking Barriers: Female Founders and the Emotional Side of Venture Investing   🗓️ Date: October 22-23, 12 noon - 3 p.m. EST   ✨ Keynote Speakers: ●     Jeanne Sullivan: 30+ years as an investor. ●     Tiffany Norwood: Raised $670M and launched 9 ventures. 🎟️ Special Offer: Use the code Sanford24 for a free ticket! Otherwise, tickets start at $29. ⏳ BONUS: First 50 signups get access to 5 must-have fundraising resources: -       Investor Readiness Checklist -       50 Most Frequently Asked Investor Questions -       The Venture Capital Due Diligence Questionnaire -       The Psychological Playbook for VCs and Startups -       A Comprehensive Guide for Creating Financial Model Assumptions   🔗Register at this link: https://lnkd.in/eBVipu44   Can’t attend live? No worries, the event will be recorded!

📢 Agenda confirmed for our 'Becoming an Angel Investor' session 📢 This is part of our 'Focus on Females' series and we invite women who are interested in finding out more about angel investing to join us on 27th September at The EpiCentre at Haverhill Agenda: - Angel investing overview - Hannah Smith, ACG Managing Director – Tax considerations - RSM UK – Structuring a deal - Birketts LLP – Fireside chat – Angel Journeys – Hannah Smith & ACG Members – Q&A Lunch & networking After the morning event, attendees are welcome to join the ACG Pitching event where they will be able to meet other ACG angel investor members and watch pitches from 4 companies who will be pitching for investment. This is a special ACG pitching event where we will be focussing on female founded businesses. Attendees will need to self-certify as HNW or Sophisticated Investor. Capital at risk, and this communication is directed exclusively to professional investors only. Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 minutes to learn more- https://lnkd.in/eM9Qfixh #WomenInInvesting #AngelInvestors #FemaleFounders Hannah Smith Laura Hood British Business Bank Paul Sullivan

European All In: Female Founders in the VC Ecosystem PitchBook Funding for European female founders showed resilience in a down year, according to the latest European All In: Female Founders in the VC Ecosystem report sponsored by UBS, Shoosmiths, and Enterprise Ireland. 💸 ,Female founders captured 25.8% of deal count and 20.5% of deal value in 2023—both records, although investment fell in absolute terms. 📈 Deals for European female-founded companies grew more than twice as fast as deals for all-male-founded companies over the past decade. 🪙 Just 15.2% of decision-makers at large European VC firms are women. However, healthcare-focused investors tend to have better representation. A US edition of the All In report, sponsored by Deloitte, Pivotal Ventures, and Wilson Sonsini, is also available for download. link here ⬇️ #femaletechleaders

The traditional fundraising playbook isn't tailored to the needs of female founders.⁠ ⁠ Our accomplished team of female entrepreneurs have walked the walk, successfully navigating the realms of building, fundraising, and exiting businesses.⁠ ⁠ Our proud members boast a collective fundraising achievement exceeding $50 million, with 65+ businesses guided through our flagship accelerator program thus far. As we eagerly anticipate the new year, we aim to expand this impact!⁠ ⁠ 💥 Ready to start your Investment Readiness Journey now? We have recently developed a self-paced digital version of our flagship Accelerator with over 15 hours of online content! 💥⁠ ⁠ * Designed by female founders, for female founders - a program tailored to your needs⁠ * Learn at your own pace⁠ * Present your vision to potential investors and partners with confidence and expertise⁠ * Gain access to a supportive network of fellow female founders and industry experts⁠ * Access to 1:1 support if needed (additional cost)⁠ ⁠ 👉 Find out more here! https://bit.ly/48QVNG1 ⁠ ⁠ #fundraising #investmenttips #investment #funding #pitching #femalefounders #startupgrowth #womeninbusiness #investmentstrategy #investmentaccelerator Andrea Sommer Felicia Meyerowitz Singh Emma Bell Caroline Hughes Mariette Ferreira Denise Celeghin Subha Sivaraman