Female founder numbers rise 45% in a decade, reveals new startup pitch data

"The report reveals a 45% increase in female-led startups since Fuel Ventures launched in 2014, with a remarkable 30% rise in just the last five years."

"76% of successful pitches came from startups with co-founders, indicating that collaborative leadership is crucial for raising early-stage capital."

"There has been a notable 35% increase in pitches from entrepreneurs over 40, challenging the stereotype of the young tech founder."

"AI appears in 86% of pitch decks reviewed, although 20% mention it without showcasing real AI capability, highlighting a diversifying pitch landscape."

According to a report from Fuel Ventures, female founders pitching to investors have surged by 45% since 2014, with a substantial growth of 30% in the last five years. The report, derived from ten years of pitch submissions, indicates that successful startups often feature co-founders, emphasizing collaboration as key to securing early-stage capital. It also notes a 35% uptick in pitches from those over 40 years old, showing a shift in founder demographics. Other trends include increasing pitch frequencies in January and September, while AI dominates the conversation in pitch decks.

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