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🚀 Excitement is building as we count down to Demo Day! In just 13 days, at our annual conference - Decoding the Future of Women - 9 incredible startups from the Spring '24 cohort will take the stage to wow investors and the femtech community. 🎉 I still can't believe that his marks my 7th cohort at FemTech Lab 🤯, yet the nerves are as real as they were with our very first cohort back in June 2021, exactly three years ago! But guess what? Action conquers fear! 💪✨ We're in full prep mode, practicing our pitches non-stop. Here's a throwback to our public speaking practice with the phenomenal Ginny Radmall. Her guidance is pure gold! 🌟 Here are a few tips to make your pitch land with investors: 🔥 Tell a Compelling Story: Begin with a personal anecdote or fascinating story that inspired your product. Stories resonate more than facts! 💰 Show Traction Early: Investors want to see proof that your idea works and has market potential. Highlight early successes, customer testimonials, LOIs and growth metrics! 💜 Remove The Ego: The problem you’re solving is BIGGER than you! Serving others trumps embarrassment. Focus on the fact that you owe it to the millions of people out there to bring your product or innovation to market. Delivering value and making an impact is what truly matters! 🔮 There's still time to book your ticket to Decoding the Future of Women, see the link below 👇 🚀🔥 #FemTechLab #DemoDay #StartupSuccess #PitchPerfect

Extra opportunity for women founders! 🚀 We’re super excited to announce at short notice the launch of the Avant Now Accelerator fem track - a program specifically designed to give majority women-led ventures that extra push to succeed and a consequential next step on our mission towards closing the funding gap for female entrepreneurs. 🌟 🚨Are you ready for this last minute opportunity? 🚨 📅 Deadline: Submit your application by September 8th, 2024 for program start October 1st, 2024. You find the link in the comments. This is your chance to secure equity-free funding for up to 12 months, gain access to our skill-based training programs plus coaching, and immerse yourself in an engaging ecosystem with like minded peers, partnership and funding opportunities. But that’s not all - our tailored support goes beyond the funding period, ensuring you’re equipped with the confidence, tactics, know-how and persistence to secure lasting success. 💼✨ Your ambitions are too big to play small? The Avant Now Accelerator fem track takes women founders to new heights. Let’s create impactful futures together. 💚 #avantnow #womenfounders #unleashyourimpact #BerlinStartupGrant #StartupBerlin

Only 2 weeks left for British female technology founders to apply for our 2024 cohort! The Department for Business and Trade's Venture Capital Unit has launched a national campaign to identify the UK’s 10 most promising tech female founders. These founders will form the cohort for 2024 and will be given the opportunity to engage in the following: 1. The Venture Capital Unit’s first ever female founders brochure. This will feature the businesses of the female founders and will be circulated to investors across the world. 2. An intimate breakfast session with senior prominent VC investors that will offer advice on how to scale their businesses. 3. Opportunities to meet with senior mentors across the VC industry. 4. Opportunities to join overseas events where they will meet with investors and potential partners for collaboration. Please share with female founders in your networks. https://lnkd.in/dUW_VVd3

We have a wonderful opportunity for those of you interested in becoming a business angel! 🙌🏽 The European Institute of Technology (EIT), with the support of FRONTTIER, is organizing the second edition of Supernovas Business Angel Academy, designed to empower the next generation of women angel investors in Europe.  This program, fully funded by the European Commission, will equip up to 100 women across Europe with the knowledge and network to invest in promising startups, helping close the gender gap in European Tech.  The program is free for the selected participants. Why Supernovas? ⭐ Goal: Increase the number of female angel investors in European tech, where they currently represent on average only 10% of all angels. We want to foster greater women's representation in angel investing and the European tech scene. ⭐ Impact: Research shows women investors are twice as likely to invest in women-led startups. Supernovas will directly drive more capital towards these companies, helping close the gender funding gap. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ddsfQCmK and apply: https://lnkd.in/eVthNUHm

Let’s set a BIG goal, LinkedIneers! 🚀 We’re aiming for 10,000+ tech applicants and 1,000+ businesses by the end of Q3! Can we do it? Of course! Will we do it? Absolutely! 🙌🔥 💡 The best part? InTechGigs remains FREE. Let’s make it happen—spread the word, tag a friend, and let’s grow together! 👏💼💻 #InTechGigs #TechFreelancers #GigEconomy #FreelanceJobs #Hiring #TechStartups #SmallBusiness #FutureOfWork #TechCommunity #Entrepreneurship #RemoteWork #TechTalent #FreelancerLife

⭐ We are proud to be a Community Partner of the Female Innovation Index 2025, an initiative led by Female Foundry. This survey aims to capture the levels of funding and innovation driven by female entrepreneurs across Europe. 📈 Last year, over 1,160 founders and investors took part, making it the most extensive survey on female innovation in Europe. Now, we need your help to repeat this success and provide a definitive snapshot of female entrepreneurship. 📝 If you are a female founder, venture capitalist, or angel investor, we want to hear from you. By completing this survey, you’ll contribute to shaping the future of the European venture ecosystem. 👉 It only takes three minutes, and your input is invaluable. Complete the survey here: https://lnkd.in/eCY8SzpQ

The majority of deals investors secure originate from their network. Either other investors, ex founders they have backed, or their close alleys in the startup ecosystem. Unfortunately, there aren’t many women entrepreneurs in that close network. That’s why Even Founders organises 1:1 pitching events for diverse teams and investors. This is a great opportunity for founders to skip the ‘warm intro’ that many investors prefer, and pitch directly to partners. Last week we had one such event with Nordic Makers where 7 teams were selected to pitch. Out of those, 2 teams will continue the discussion with Nordic Makers, and 2 will be supported by Even Founders team to potentially find their matching investor. 🎉 #evenfounders #nordicmakers #pitchingevent #womenfounders

My key takeaways from DeGut 2024: 1. Once you understand the differences between Eigenkapital, Fremdkapital, and Förderung, the funding jungle starts to make sense. 2. In a way, pitching a company is actually easier than pitching a movie, because if your product or service is good, it’s easy to explain how it benefits people. 3. It’s never too early to start assembling your core team. I returned with a clear path forward for my startup, and it was a pleasure to engage with highly intelligent, ambitious women.

Welcome to the 3rd Female Founders Summit! Today, we gather 100 visionary female and male founders from around the world, united in our quest to create a dynamic society that uplifts founders of all genders. Together, we aim to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and foster an inclusive ecosystem that values the contributions of every individual. This summit, led by Patricia Olby Kimondo, Founder of People Productions and Double Up Impact, and Niclas Carlsson, Founder & CEO of Founders Alliance, promises a vibrant space for dynamic ownership, connection, and accelerated company growth. 🗓 Date: 19th of September ⏰ Time: 11:30 am to 2:30 pm 📍 Location: Main Hall, Nalen, Stockholm What to Expect: - Inspiring Keynotes & Panel Discussions: Renowned female founders will share their personal journeys, offering insights into the challenges they faced and lessons learned along the way. - Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse community of founders and expand your network with like-minded innovators who share your passion for entrepreneurship. - Interactive Round Table Exchange: Experience the power of diversity through discussions that shape an inclusive society for all founders. Share your unique perspectives and contribute to an environment of collaboration, mutual support, and a future where large-scale, female-founded companies thrive. The Goal: To accelerate the success of female-founded companies and establish a more dynamic ownership base, ultimately benefiting all founders globally. Let’s build the future together!

The Women TechEU program is back with its third open call, offering a fantastic opportunity for female founders leading deep tech startups in Europe and neighbouring countries. What is Women TechEU? This initiative empowers women entrepreneurs by providing them with the resources they need to thrive. If you're a woman leading a deep tech startup that addresses the green, digital, or social transition, this could be for you. What's on Offer? - €75,000 grant (non-dilutive) to fuel your startup's growth. - Customized business development program: Get expert guidance on mentorship, investor outreach, and more. - Network and build relationships: Connect with other inspiring women in deep tech. Are you Eligible? If you're a woman entrepreneur leading a deep tech startup in the EU or a Horizon Europe associated country, then you may apply for this call. The deadline to apply is March 17, 2025, at 5:00 PM CET. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gX73u9Ks #WomenInTech #DeepTech #Innovation #GrantOpportunity