New York Angels’ Post

Same as it ever was? You read, hear, and talk a lot about how under-represented women are in Tech + VC + Entrepreneurship True then. True now. But getting better 1% better every day. What if we could accomplish that? The disparity gap will see compounded deficit and the parity will achieve compounded ROI (look it up - women are good for business and your investment). Here we are at the Duke Angel Network (now Duke Capital Partners) cocktails + conversation with John Glushik + Duke alums on the roof of Dream Hotel Group Miami Beach celebrating start ups, innovation, tech, angel investing and paying it forward Actually, in this photo, even though we’re only 4 women, we represent 25% of the whole. Better than average in 2024? Challenge your next tech / VC / entrepreneurship And gathering / panel / conference to get at minimum, 1% better with every single iteration. Surely, you can hit 1%! *** Partnership between eMerge Americas + Duke University founded by Giraldo Gutierrez + me in 2015 Torch carried forward brilliantly in 2018 by the formidable but ever-approachable with a warm smile (and accomplished home-chef, but how would I know, I’ve only seen the pictures) Max Skalatsky who created and sponsored an excellent, intimate cocktail, dinner, and educational program among innovative minds Photo credit: Julian Vidal #womenintech #womeninbusiness #innovation #entrepreneurship #vc #wib #hypewomen #1percentbettereachday

At The Impact Seat Foundation, we're on a mission to empower women to thrive as business leaders. A recent article by Sorina Mihaila offers a goldmine of insights for #femtech entrepreneurs looking to make their mark in women’s health. It's a tough field, with women vastly underrepresented among venture-backed entrepreneurs and #vc investors. Yet, the article shines a light on the path forward, echoing our commitment to breaking down barriers and fostering inclusivity. Investors share critical advice on building resilient businesses, the significance of storytelling backed by data, and exploring diverse funding avenues. These insights are invaluable for anyone striving to make a difference in the femtech space. Let's take these lessons to heart and work together to support the visionaries shaping the future of women's health. The Impact Seat Foundation is here to champion these efforts, inspired by the courage and innovation of femtech entrepreneurs! Read here: https://lnkd.in/dJyde4-B #femtech #empowerment #womenlead #investinwomen

I often get a kick out of introducing my clients, colleagues and friends who might be able to help each other. It doesn't get much better than this! So excited that WSFR.AI and Pioneers Post are partnering from just a simple introduction to share information on award nomination platforms! What area do you need advice on at the moment? What kind of introductions are you looking for?

Currently a partner at Y Combinator, leading their efforts in biotech and healthcare, Surbhi Sarna is an award-winning entrepreneur, recognized globally for her commitment to innovation in women's healthcare, and now an author of her first-ever book, " Without a Doubt ! " . Surbhi's story, from entrepreneur - to - innovator - to - investor, is a testament to the fact that adversity, especially that which comes from within, is just a stepping stone towards greatness 🙌. Few of my favorite takeaways from the interview: 💡 “Success in the form of money is the last thing that's guaranteed. And it's a lot of years of your life (dedicated). What keeps you going when things are really hard certainly isn't the kind of money that you're imagining will be at the other end of things. It's the joy of talking to your customers and knowing that you're solving a true problem for them.” 💡 “You have to really protect your time. Otherwise, work eats into absolutely everything. Because there's no limit or end to the work that you could be doing in a day as a founder. Think limitless.” 💡 “The big thing to remember is to keep going when you hear 'no,' because all it takes is one 'yes.' ” 💡“I think I was turned down more than 50 times, because after 50 times, you lose count, so like, somewhere in that magnitude, it was just like rejection after rejection.” 💡“One of the most important decisions I made while I was running the company was to keep going in the face of a lot of doubt.” 💡“The most important thing to remember when you're fundraising is that you shouldn't be relying on investors to validate your idea.” 💡“I've invested in 22 women's health companies in two years. And I make it a personal mission to make sure that they're successful.” - 👉 Complete Interview link in comments. - In the end, and despite listening to and watching multiple past interviews, articles, and posts about Surbhi's work, I was still very much blown away as she shared her experience & insights on turning her teenage cancer scare into a company that was acquired for $275 million.~ Would love to hear your thoughts !

Andrea Sommer is helping female founders crack the code to business success & is someone to know for #internationalwomensmonth - Hive Founders is a global network supporting #womeninbusiness launch, fund, and scale their cool endeavors. The focus is on providing access to capital and building robust businesses and results are amazing. They are moving the needle from averaging funding levels of 2% up to 70% in some instances, proving that the right coaching and knowledge network pays off. As I always say, Andrea is someone to connect with and follow. Here is some of what we talked about: -Origins of Hive Founders: The initiative began as a collaborative support group when Andrea and a colleague, struggling with fundraising, realized the lack of representation for women in pitch events. The network has since grown to 2000 members globally. -The Investment Playbook: Hive Founders emphasizes building robust businesses through deep analysis and problem-solving. They support and teach women the fundraising process tailored to their needs and experiences. -PR and Personal Brand Management: Andrea stresses the importance of founders being comfortable in the spotlight and authentic in their presentation. -Diversity of Founders: Hive Founders attracts founders from various industries, promoting diversity of perspectives and ideas. They believe good ideas can come from anywhere and encourage a generalist approach to entrepreneurship. -Trends and Sustainability: Andrea discusses the growing importance of sustainability in business performance, driven by legislative changes and investor interest. Businesses are focusing on sustainability as a performance improvement strategy. -Personal Approach and Advice: Andrea shares her personal approach to balancing work, family, and hobbies, emphasizing the importance of making the world better for future generations. She also advises embracing discomfort and viewing anxiety as excitement to seize new opportunities. Andrea is an entrepreneur, advisor, investor, and strategist with global expertise in investment strategy, emerging technology, innovation, and strategic growth initiatives. She’s built four businesses in the technology space, including in analytics & event technology, femtech & wearables and HRtech. #startup #founderstories

Curated investments and a level playing field for women in the innovation economy were just the beginning! Let's explore the third benefit that sets our Female Angel Network apart: Community🌍 Our community stands on three pillars: learning, networking and investment opportunities. 📚Learning: Continuous education and knowledge acquisition. Within the community, learning involves access to workshops, seminars, and educational resources. It's about staying updated on market trends, learning from experts, and gaining insights into various aspects of startup investing. 🤝Networking: Building relationships and connections within the startup ecosystem. It involves interacting with like-minded investors, entrepreneurs, and professionals through various events we host for our members. Fostering long-lasting relationships that could potentially lead to collaborations or investments. 💼Investment Opportunities: We offer members curated investment opportunities in startups with high potential. These opportunities are well-researched and backed by visionary founders and capable teams. Members get a chance to invest in innovative ventures while potentially reaping financial rewards. Here, education meets collaboration, empowering you to learn from industry leaders, forge powerful connections, and access exclusive investment prospects. Join our vibrant community today! Discover more about this exciting opportunity by scheduling a call with our team: https://lnkd.in/d8F-S-jr #FemaleAngelNetwork #LearningAndNetworking #InvestmentOpportunities

🌟 Excited to welcome Andrei Kouzel, Angel Investor, to our #FitTechClub! 🌟 🙋♂️ Meet Andrei Kouzel: An influential angel investor and a co-founder of the leading women's health app, Flo Health Inc., which boasts over 360 million users worldwide. Andrei has a dynamic portfolio of over 20 startups, with a special focus on supporting female entrepreneurs. He champions the unique strengths and potential of women in business, making significant strides in empowering female-led innovation. Andrei is passionate about the impact of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation. Despite his tech-savvy background, he holds the view that "Nothing will change human behavior, even AI. Only people themselves can change their behavior." emphasizing the enduring nature of human elements in business and technology. #FitTechClub #AngelInvestor #FemaleFounders #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #HealthTech

Women are known to be meticulous in their preparations, possibly as a result of the heightened standards set for them. When it comes to entrepreneurship, female business owners outperform their male counterparts by achieving a remarkable 38% increase in revenue. - https://buff.ly/4evfDtD #Wpower #entrepreneur #startup #investing

Are you a woman building tech solutions in the healthcare market? Project W’s signature program, Women Entrepreneurs Boot Camp (WEB), is coming to Los Angeles on June 13, 2024. This is a unique opportunity to: - Participate in an interactive master class on how to interrupt bias in the pitch process - Hear how investors evaluate a Series A opportunity in the healthcare market - Do a deep dive into how to design and scale your digital product with the healthcare market in mind - Get insights as to how healthcare systems evaluate buying from or partnering with startups - Meet with and get 1:1 feedback from healthcare investors Applications are open until May 6th! Apply for WEB here: https://lnkd.in/ghw9bDQC If you’re an ambitious founder building in fintech, commerce, or care, we want to meet you! Reach out to The Artemis Fund here: https://lnkd.in/ghsDZArm #womenintech #entrepreneurship #healthcare

Some of this appeared in our most recent newsletter, but we wanted to share with a larger audience, since we've had such a great year. Thank you so everyone who has supported our journey along the way - there are too many to mention. 🙏 🙏 Last year at this time, Breakthrough Labs was just a plan. In December 2022, we were promoting applications for our first-ever accelerator while still assembling what would become an amazing group of experts to provide our workshops for female founders.   As I look back on 2023, I can't believe that only 12 months have passed. Here are some of the highlights from our year full of firsts: ⭐ 10 fantastic female-founded start-ups participated in our 4-month accelerator programme preparing them to pitch for pre-seed investment. Our pitch event was held at UCL's Base KX and included investors from Angel Academe - increasing female investment, Octopus Ventures, South East Angels, Oxford Innovation Finance, Queen's Park Equity and UBS ⭐ On top of this, we ran several free, online events for female founders, most notably our Entrepreneur Q&A sessions with successful #womenentrepreneurs. ⭐ We were one of the organising partners of the UK regional She Loves Tech finals, promoting women in tech. We're working on another event for #femalefounders and #investors with the Institute of Directors (IoD) Glass Ceiling group and NatWest. Mark your calendars for 25 March and stay tuned for more info! ⭐ We opened the waiting list for our online community for female founders. ⭐ We have over 500 followers in this LinkedIn group over 200 subscribers to our newsletter. And we can't wait to tell you what we have planned for 2024! If there's someone you know who would benefit from hearing from us, tell them to subscribe to our newsletter by visiting our website at the link in the graphic. Or suggest that they follow us here!