TiE Pune’s Post

Yesterday, in a cozy corner of Copenhagen, I had the pleasure of meeting seven remarkable women. These trailblazers are part of the first cohort of Women TechEU. We gathered for drinks, but what came out of that meeting was far more than just conversation. The energy and the stories shared were nothing short of inspiring. Finally putting faces to names—faces that will shape the future of innovation in Europe—was a moment to remember. This is just the beginning. Stay tuned for more on Monday, when we will reveal the full list of call#1 winners. You won’t want to miss what’s coming! #WomenInTech #DeepTech #WomenTechEU #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

Get this! Even in FemTech… …male founders raise much more capital than female founders. FEMTECH!! 🤯 Despite the fact that more than 70% of FemTech companies are founded by women. You can’t make this sh*t up. According to data by Pitchbook, on average, female-founded FemTechs have raised $4.6M, compared to $9.2M by those with all-male teams. Don’t get me wrong. I think men should get involved in the FemTech space. As allies. As investors. As amplifiers of women’s work. But, the discrepancy in funding reveals a deeper systemic issue that we cannot ignore. It highlights a glaring gap in the equity of opportunity in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Especially in a sector as crucial as FemTech, which directly impacts women's health and wellbeing. This isn't just about fairness. It's about efficiency and effectiveness. Diverse leadership teams have been shown to produce more innovative and inclusive solutions. When female founders in FemTech are underfunded, we're not just failing half the population. We're missing out on groundbreaking innovations that could benefit everyone. #FemTech #GenderEquity #HealthTech #InvestInWomen #VentureCapital #FemaleEconomy

Tomorrow is the last day! Do you or someone you know need $$$ to accelerate their business growth? The Fearless Innovator program has $100k in grants up for grabs for female founders in SA. What could your business achieve with a $20k grant? Thanks to the SA Government, @fearlessfemales and @womenininnovation.

Women in Innovation, in collaboration with the Fearless Females Network, co-founded the Fearless Innovators Program to bridge the funding gap for female-founded businesses. This would not have been possible without the support of the Department of State Development. I’m thrilled to see the initiative empowering women entrepreneurs. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity—apply now and take your business to new heights! 💪🚀 #womeninbusiness #femalefounders #womenentrepreneurs #innovatefearlessly #businessgrants #femaleempowerment #entrepreneurship #startupfunding #womenininnovation #fearlessinnovators #empowerwomen #grantopportunity #womensupportingwomen #innovation

🚨 Attention Women Entrepreneurs! 🚨 Applications are open for women founders from around the United States to apply to be featured in The Startup Ladies #InvestInWomenFounders Summit on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at Delta Faucet Company.  Nine women founders will be selected from a national pool of applicants to access rigorous training and resources that equip them to be investor-ready ahead of the Summit—where they'll introduce their businesses to an audience of investors ready to support their endeavors.  The # InvestInWomenFounders Summit, now in its third year, is a prestigious event presented by The Startup Ladies Board, Ambassadors, and staff. These are individuals and organizations deeply committed to advancing and investing in women entrepreneurs. The half-day conference is a powerful platform that unites investors, founders, and corporate executives of all genders, all working towards a common goal-helping women founders secure investment to grow their businesses.  Applications are due Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gyKfbB29

An oft repeated question. A common narrative. A myth. When it comes to the women entrepreneurship space, this one keeps coming back like a bad penny. "If it is a woman-based initiative, it must be an NGO!" Join Sangatna Angels on April 11, 7:00 PM and listen to our panelists challenge this myth and discuss how we can change this. Our panelists are champions of women, have very strong opinions and do not hold back their punches. Their thoughts are backed by years of experience and enriched by expertise in their chosen fields. Here is the amazing panelist lineup: Aarti Mohan, Co-founder & Partner - Sattva Consulting Anirban Bhattacharya, Managing Partner - 7th Gen Ventures, Co-founder - The Painted Sky Venkatagiri N, Mentor - Early-stage startups The panel discussion is moderated by an equally vocal champion of women Vaishali Neotia, Strategic Partnerships at Endiya. Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/g6iuq5Pb Join us and help us change this narrative so we can make women entrepreneurship easier for generations to come. #womentrepreneur #startupfunding #supportingwomen #womenintech #socialimpact #genderequity #femaleentrepreneur Gayatri Devi Kalyanaraman Maggie Inbamuthiah Vaishali James

“Are you doing this in your free time?” “Is this a hobby?” “Oh, for women. Ok, ok... volunteering work.” While talking about Sangatna Angels, these were some of the questions we faced. There was amusement and it was dismissed as not important. Annoying as it may be, that’s the hard truth staring us in our faces. This is not to crib or whine. This is to put it out there, state it as it is and see what we can collectively do to change this situation. So that, #womenetrepreneurs after us, do not have to face this. Join us and our cracking panel Aarti Mohan, Anirban Bhattacharya and Venkatagiri N as they challenge this myth and discuss how to change it. The discussion is moderated by another cracking speaker, Vaishali Neotia. Registration details in post below. Gayatri Devi Kalyanaraman, Maggie Inbamuthiah – my co-conspirators: Slowly but surely, we will change this! #startupfunding #genderequity #womenintech #womentrepreneur #socialimpact #supportingwomen

Today, on a national holiday in India, my thoughts turned to a topic close to my heart: equality for women in the workforce. I attended the launch of Sangatna Angel, a phenomenal initiative dedicated to empowering women to stay on their career paths! Sangatna Angel asks a crucial question: "What if we bridged the gap between Women, Tech, and Social Impact?" Despite comprising 48% of India's population, women contribute only 18% to the country's GDP (Source: Census of India). There's a massive potential waiting to be unlocked! A McKinsey report estimates that India could supercharge its economy by US$770 billion simply by providing equal opportunities to women. Calling all aspiring women entrepreneurs! Sangatna Angel is here to offer you the support and guidance you need to thrive. Reach out and join this amazing community! aspiring women who wants to excel their dreams. . Rewrite the narrative for women in India's workforce! #WomenEmpowerment #SangatnaAngel #BridgingTheGap #womenempoweringwomen All the best to Founders Maggie Inbamuthiah

Here are a few glimpses from the Women Entrepreneurship Summit that took place on February 22, at Zorba The Buddha. Happy faces radiated throughout the venue as attendees soaked in the inspiring atmosphere. Heartwarming speeches from esteemed panelists stirred emotions and ignited passion among the audience. A wealth of valuable information was shared, empowering entrepreneurs with knowledge and insights to propel their ventures forward. Collaborations flourished as attendees networked and forged connections, laying the foundation for future partnerships. . . . . #UdyamitaSammelan #WomenEntrepreneurshipSummit #FPOSummit #udyogini #oracle #WomenEmpowerment #EntrepreneurshipSummit #WomenEntrepreneurship #CollaborationForChange #EmpowerWomen #EconomicEmpowerment #KnowledgeExchange #Networking #ShowcasingInnovation #MarketingProducts #GrowthThroughCollaboration #InclusiveDecisionMaking #SupportiveEcosystem #BridgeTheGap #WomenInBusiness #EmpowermentInitiative #WomenLeaders #GenderEquality #CommunityDevelopment #EconomicEmpowerment #SustainableDevelopment

🚀 Is Tech Accelerating Women Entrepreneurs? Do VC Reports Reflect Reality? 📊 Join Impactree's CEO, Rajashri Sai, as she delves into the real ground-level statistics and sheds light on whether the tech industry is truly leveling the playing field for women entrepreneurs at the India women's summit by Republic TV. Don't miss out – tune in now! #WomenEntrepreneurs #TechImpact #VCInsights. Rajashri Sai Vivek Shankaranarayanan