AccelerateHER

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

Tick tock goes the clock - the application deadline is approaching for the Female Founder Accelerator powered by Barclays Eagle Labs funded by UK Government. The programme includes masterclasses on topics like sales and negotiation, getting on top of your finances, procurement, marketing, pitching for success, growing a team, and scaling your business. As well as the focus of developing their business propositions further, the programme will also include opportunities for 1-2-1 mentoring, exclusive accountability groups, and in-person community networking events. If you’re a female founder or C-Suite and want to take part in a 9-week programme focused on growing your business – be sure to apply by Friday 1st November. You can do so here: https://lnkd.in/etqFX-f6 #WomenBackingWomen #FemaleFounders #Entrepreneurship

You didn’t think Stirling would miss out on the fun, did you?! 🤩 Join us for an inspiring Meetup for women and non-binary founders! Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, this is your chance to connect and share stories. What to expect: Hear from Shona Cowan, founder of Brachan Consultancy and #SmallBiz 2024 honouree, and connect with fellow entrepreneurs. When & Where: Tuesday, November 19th, from 12PM-2PM at CodeBase Stirling. This event is for women and non-binary individuals, fostering a supportive space for growth. Let’s unite to accelerate our journeys! 👉https://lnkd.in/eYjP6F_b

📣 Reminder: Accelerate HER and Techscaler Meetup Next Week! 📣 Join us on November 12th from 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM in Inverness for a special meetup focused on women and non-binary founders! At Accelerate HER, we're dedicated to empowering UK female entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, secure essential funding, and inspire the next generation of innovators. 💪 Whether you're just starting to explore a new idea or are actively scaling your venture, this event is perfect for you. Technology can be a game changer, and fostering a supportive community is vital for women and non-binary entrepreneurs on their journeys. Take this opportunity to connect, share experiences, and draw inspiration from fellow founders. Here's what to expect: - Inspiring stories from those who have blazed the trail - A welcoming environment for networking and collaboration - Valuable insights to help elevate your business Let's come together to support one another and make a meaningful impact in the startup community. We look forward to seeing you there! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eBm8CMhu

We've kicked off another Virtual Bootcamp with a brand new cohort of founders! Over the next two sessions, participants will sharpen their value proposition, tighten their pitch, and build their networks with like-minded founders. They'll also get some valuable pitch feedback from some of our Investing Women Angels. If you'd like to take part in one of our future Bootcamps, you can register your interest here to be the first in the know: https://lnkd.in/eGccEqXS #WomenBackingWomen #Entrepreneurship #Founders

We had a fabulous day in Dundee delivering the Female Founder Hackathon in partnership with Techscaler 🤩 Today was all about exploring ideas, exercising problem solving skills and getting expert tech input on a problem whilst providing a supportive safe space to collaborate and meet with others. Thank you to our wonderful tech experts and of course to our cohort of awesome founders 🙌🙌 #femalefounders #nonbinaryfounders #hackathon #techscaler #accelerateher #tech #startup

In celebration of the organisation's tenth birthday, Investing Women Angels have announced a series of investment rounds for a further four female-founded companies in Scotland. 🎉 Ten years of Investing Women Angels - ten years of exceptional work with women founded companies. Through the work that IWA does, we will address the equity investment gap! Full announcement linked below: ⬇⬇⬇ Elizabeth Pirrie, Jackie Waring FRSE, Burness Paull LLP, Barclays Eagle Labs, Skillfluence, Aberdein Considine, British Business Bank

Did you know that we have a range of online learning resources designed for female founders? 📚🙇♀️ Feeling confused by balance sheets? Check out our finance workshop led by our CEO Elizabeth Pirrie covering: - The difference between a balance sheet and a profit and loss - Gross margin and why it's important - What strange terms like EBITDA and intangible assets mean Fancy finding out more about equity funding? We've got you covered with our second finance workshop which covers: - Why companies raise equity funding - If equity funding is right for you and your company - What investors look at - Building your Fundraising Strategy Access these free workshops on Thinkific by enrolling with your email. Use these resources to empower your entrepreneurial journey! 💪 Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/e4ief86C #resources #femalefounders #learn #grow #womeninbusiness #support

⏰ The clock is ticking - apply now to be part of the next AccelerateHER Bootcamp! ⏰ Designed to accelerate the business growth plans of ambitious female founders, this two-part bootcamp aims to inspire, energise and connect female founders and provide you with the confidence, skills and tools to help you be immediately more effective in business 💪 ☑️ sharpen your value proposition ☑️ tighten your pitch ☑️ connect with angels from our sister company Investing Women Angels The Bootcamp takes place on Friday 25th October and 1st November - find out more and apply below 👇 https://lnkd.in/dp3HJs2F #bootcamp #AccelerateHER #femalefounders #womeninbusiness

📢 A reminder that the deadline for applications to attend our popular AccelerateHER Bootcamp is Tuesday 15th October 📢 Designed to accelerate the business growth plans of ambitious female founders, this two-part bootcamp aims to inspire, energise and connect female founders and provide you with the confidence, skills and tools to help you be immediately more effective in business. The Bootcamp will help you sharpen your value proposition; tighten your pitch; connect with angels from our sister company, Investing Women Angels, who will give you the inside track on what angels look for when investing; and provide tips on Market, Team and Finance. The Bootcamp will take place on Friday 25th October and 1st November from 09:30-12:30 - apply below 👇 https://lnkd.in/eB29ehwy #AccelerateHER #femalefounders #womeninbusiness #accelerate #investing #market #finance #bootcamp