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Melinda French Gates: 'It's time to change the face of power in venture capital'

The venture capital industry needs to support women-led and Black women-led ventures to address systemic funding disparities and respond to caregiving needs.

Fearless Fund forced to end grant for Black women after lawsuit

The Fearless Fund's grant contest for Black women business owners was shut down after a settlement from a lawsuit claiming racial discrimination.

Why the Female Founders Fund isn't betting big on AI

Female founders are increasingly securing funding, with investment amounts rising from 2% to 22.8% over the last decade.

Living With Pain Led Her to Start the TCM Platform Qi Health | Entrepreneur

Camilla Sievers founded Qi Health to provide women with access to effective traditional Chinese medicine treatments for chronic health issues.

Fearless Fund is shutting down its contested Strivers Grant program | TechCrunch

Fearless Fund ends Strivers Grant program following legal pressures over alleged discrimination against non-Black founders in its funding initiatives.

Melinda French Gates: 'It's time to change the face of power in venture capital'

The venture capital industry needs to support women-led and Black women-led ventures to address systemic funding disparities and respond to caregiving needs.

Fearless Fund forced to end grant for Black women after lawsuit

The Fearless Fund's grant contest for Black women business owners was shut down after a settlement from a lawsuit claiming racial discrimination.

Why the Female Founders Fund isn't betting big on AI

Female founders are increasingly securing funding, with investment amounts rising from 2% to 22.8% over the last decade.

Living With Pain Led Her to Start the TCM Platform Qi Health | Entrepreneur

Camilla Sievers founded Qi Health to provide women with access to effective traditional Chinese medicine treatments for chronic health issues.

Fearless Fund is shutting down its contested Strivers Grant program | TechCrunch

Fearless Fund ends Strivers Grant program following legal pressures over alleged discrimination against non-Black founders in its funding initiatives.
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8 Spanish startup and scaleups thriving under female leadership

Women entrepreneurs in Spain are redefining innovation across various sectors.
Diversity in leadership leads to more creativity and groundbreaking solutions.
#investment

Female Founders Fund returns its Fund I | TechCrunch

The Female Founders Fund successfully returned its $5.85 million Fund I, enhancing the investment appeal for women founders in Silicon Valley.

BBG Ventures raises new $60 million fund to support diverse founders | TechCrunch

BBG Ventures raised $60 million to support diverse founders in healthcare, fintech, and AI amid declining funding for underrepresented groups.

Female Founders Fund returns its Fund I | TechCrunch

The Female Founders Fund successfully returned its $5.85 million Fund I, enhancing the investment appeal for women founders in Silicon Valley.

BBG Ventures raises new $60 million fund to support diverse founders | TechCrunch

BBG Ventures raised $60 million to support diverse founders in healthcare, fintech, and AI amid declining funding for underrepresented groups.
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#e-commerce

TikTok Shop looks to woo small businesses with accelerators

TikTok launches programs to support small businesses on its platform.

7 Side Hustles Ideas For Women Over 50

Women over 50 can successfully launch side hustles to earn income and create something meaningful and flexible from their passions.

TikTok Shop looks to woo small businesses with accelerators

TikTok launches programs to support small businesses on its platform.

7 Side Hustles Ideas For Women Over 50

Women over 50 can successfully launch side hustles to earn income and create something meaningful and flexible from their passions.
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#startups

My career path from chemist to spin-off co-founder to chief technology officer

Apheros aims to innovate data center cooling systems amid rising energy consumption concerns, raising $1.85 million to pursue this technology.

Women at the Helm: 8 Belgian startups and scaleups thriving under female leadership - Silicon Canals

Belgium is a growing hub for startups, with a focus on supporting women entrepreneurs.

My career path from chemist to spin-off co-founder to chief technology officer

Apheros aims to innovate data center cooling systems amid rising energy consumption concerns, raising $1.85 million to pursue this technology.

Women at the Helm: 8 Belgian startups and scaleups thriving under female leadership - Silicon Canals

Belgium is a growing hub for startups, with a focus on supporting women entrepreneurs.
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#economic-impact

This Woman Is Worth Over $20 Billion and Most Americans Don't Know Her Name

Many wealthy women run companies started with spouses, proving their independent leadership in business.

Building for SMBs means building for communities feat. Mastercard - Tearsheet

Access to credit is critical for the growth of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) which account for significant portions of employment and GDP.

This Woman Is Worth Over $20 Billion and Most Americans Don't Know Her Name

Many wealthy women run companies started with spouses, proving their independent leadership in business.

Building for SMBs means building for communities feat. Mastercard - Tearsheet

Access to credit is critical for the growth of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) which account for significant portions of employment and GDP.
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#small-business

Many of the small business owners Harris is targeting say they've never heard of a key economic proposal

Harris proposes increasing the small business tax deduction from $5,000 to $50,000, but many entrepreneurs are unaware of this change.

How To Start A Small Business And Achieve Big Dreams

The small business landscape is rapidly changing, with more women joining the entrepreneurial world.
Research and planning are essential steps in starting a small business.

Many of the small business owners Harris is targeting say they've never heard of a key economic proposal

Harris proposes increasing the small business tax deduction from $5,000 to $50,000, but many entrepreneurs are unaware of this change.

How To Start A Small Business And Achieve Big Dreams

The small business landscape is rapidly changing, with more women joining the entrepreneurial world.
Research and planning are essential steps in starting a small business.
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Second Life Podcast: Claire Mazur and Erica Cerulo

Claire Mazur and Erica Cerulo are revolutionizing modern romantic content with their new venture, 831 Stories, targeting a sophisticated audience in the genre.
#economic-growth

How J.P. Morgan is responding to the call of underrepresented founders and consumers of color - Tearsheet

Women entrepreneurs continue to face significant barriers despite making strides in ownership and growth in the business sector.

Half of women business owners rejected for a loan, survey finds

Half of female entrepreneurs have been turned down for a loan to fund their new business - putting pressure on the Government's ambitions to boost Britain's economy, according to new research.ome women business owners called out being viewed as "part-timers" because they have children or perceived as less serious professionals than their male counterparts.

How J.P. Morgan is responding to the call of underrepresented founders and consumers of color - Tearsheet

Women entrepreneurs continue to face significant barriers despite making strides in ownership and growth in the business sector.

Half of women business owners rejected for a loan, survey finds

Half of female entrepreneurs have been turned down for a loan to fund their new business - putting pressure on the Government's ambitions to boost Britain's economy, according to new research.ome women business owners called out being viewed as "part-timers" because they have children or perceived as less serious professionals than their male counterparts.
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How To Choose The Right Business Idea With The Least Risk

Choose a business idea based on familiar skills for a smoother, lower-risk transition into entrepreneurship.

These Household-Name Companies Were Started by Women

Increased autonomy for women is reflected by their significant presence in the workforce and as entrepreneurs.
#access-to-capital

Women entrepreneurs seek greater support and opportunities throughout Austin - Austin Monitor

Increase access to capital, networks, and business tools for women entrepreneurs in Austin.

How Women-Owned Businesses Can Set Themselves Apart From the Competition By Taking This One Simple Step | Entrepreneur

Women entrepreneurs still face significant challenges, including access to capital and gender bias, which can impede their business growth.

Women entrepreneurs seek greater support and opportunities throughout Austin - Austin Monitor

Increase access to capital, networks, and business tools for women entrepreneurs in Austin.

How Women-Owned Businesses Can Set Themselves Apart From the Competition By Taking This One Simple Step | Entrepreneur

Women entrepreneurs still face significant challenges, including access to capital and gender bias, which can impede their business growth.
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#entrepreneurship

Why A Thoughtful Business Plan Is Essential For Success

A thoughtful business plan is essential for guiding decisions, securing funding, and effectively communicating vision to stakeholders.

How Women Entrepreneurs Are Transforming Traditional Industries | Entrepreneur

An unprecedented surge of women entrepreneurs shifted the male-dominated landscape, with female-owned businesses increasing from 28% to nearly 50% in one year.

How Women Entrepreneurs Can Take Their Businesses to the Next Level | Entrepreneur

Women have been driving America's economic rebound post-Covid, creating about half of new businesses.
Encouragement for women business owners to capitalize on momentum, break barriers, and focus on growth plans.

NACO to join Startup Canada as a Presenting Partner on National Entrepreneurship Event Series

NACO partnership with Startup Canada for 2024 Tour
Focus on connecting early stage women entrepreneurs with investors

How To Start a Business in Massachusetts: 9 Easy Steps (2024) - Shopify

Massachusetts is known for its educated population and support for women-owned businesses.
The state offers a supportive environment for entrepreneurs with numerous resources and opportunities.

Kendra Scott 'Women's Summit' to inspire, motivate women in the community

AUSTIN, Texas The Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute created a day dedicated to celebrating women empowerment and motivation.Around 300 women gathered for the institute's first in-person "Women's Summit" on Friday.The institute curated a panel of strong, women entrepreneurs and leaders to share their experiences in the business world and beyond.

Why A Thoughtful Business Plan Is Essential For Success

A thoughtful business plan is essential for guiding decisions, securing funding, and effectively communicating vision to stakeholders.

How Women Entrepreneurs Are Transforming Traditional Industries | Entrepreneur

An unprecedented surge of women entrepreneurs shifted the male-dominated landscape, with female-owned businesses increasing from 28% to nearly 50% in one year.

How Women Entrepreneurs Can Take Their Businesses to the Next Level | Entrepreneur

Women have been driving America's economic rebound post-Covid, creating about half of new businesses.
Encouragement for women business owners to capitalize on momentum, break barriers, and focus on growth plans.

NACO to join Startup Canada as a Presenting Partner on National Entrepreneurship Event Series

NACO partnership with Startup Canada for 2024 Tour
Focus on connecting early stage women entrepreneurs with investors

How To Start a Business in Massachusetts: 9 Easy Steps (2024) - Shopify

Massachusetts is known for its educated population and support for women-owned businesses.
The state offers a supportive environment for entrepreneurs with numerous resources and opportunities.

Kendra Scott 'Women's Summit' to inspire, motivate women in the community

AUSTIN, Texas The Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute created a day dedicated to celebrating women empowerment and motivation.Around 300 women gathered for the institute's first in-person "Women's Summit" on Friday.The institute curated a panel of strong, women entrepreneurs and leaders to share their experiences in the business world and beyond.
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#sales-strategy

Optimizing Sales Strategies And The Key To Unlocking Revenue Potential

Women entrepreneurs face revenue challenges due to limited capital access, industry concentration, networking barriers, and balancing business with caregiving responsibilities.

How To Transform Your Sales Strategy To Make A Lot Of Money

Mastering sales is crucial for financial independence and business growth for women entrepreneurs.
Sales should be viewed as problem-solving rather than pushy tactics.

Optimizing Sales Strategies And The Key To Unlocking Revenue Potential

Women entrepreneurs face revenue challenges due to limited capital access, industry concentration, networking barriers, and balancing business with caregiving responsibilities.

How To Transform Your Sales Strategy To Make A Lot Of Money

Mastering sales is crucial for financial independence and business growth for women entrepreneurs.
Sales should be viewed as problem-solving rather than pushy tactics.
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Stay up-to-date on the amount of venture dollars going to underrepresented founders | TechCrunch

Venture capital funding remains challenging for women and Black and brown founders, with mixed-gender teams potentially receiving more significant checks.

Advocating for Women Entrepreneurs across Canada

The Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN) supports women entrepreneurs in Canada by providing a platform for advocacy and empowerment.
#support-networks

Studies Show Women Need Each Other's Support to Reach Maximum Success - and I've Experienced This Firsthand. Here's How. | Entrepreneur

Support among successful women is beneficial for leadership and financial success.

4 Ways to Grow Your Woman-Owned Business in 2024 | Entrepreneur

Women-owned businesses contribute significantly to the U.S. economy.
Women entrepreneurs face unique challenges in accessing funding and building support networks.

Studies Show Women Need Each Other's Support to Reach Maximum Success - and I've Experienced This Firsthand. Here's How. | Entrepreneur

Support among successful women is beneficial for leadership and financial success.

4 Ways to Grow Your Woman-Owned Business in 2024 | Entrepreneur

Women-owned businesses contribute significantly to the U.S. economy.
Women entrepreneurs face unique challenges in accessing funding and building support networks.
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Downtown San Jose gets a much-needed dose of retail therapy'

The Moment pop-up shops in downtown San Jose have been successful, leading to the expansion of the program with Moment San Pedro featuring businesses owned by women.

Research: How to Close the Gender Gap in Startup Financing

Women entrepreneurs face challenges with loan denials and increased interest rates globally.

Canadian Support Organizations Helping Women Entrepreneurs All Year Long

Support for women entrepreneurs is essential for Canada's economy
Gender gap in financial support and business tools for women founders persists

Free Webinar | March 7 - Women Entrepreneurs: Fund, Market, and Scale Your Business | Entrepreneur

Women entrepreneurs face unique opportunities and challenges
This webinar provides strategies for securing funding, marketing, and scaling businesses
#back

2022 Wrapped with Startup Canada

We're wrapping up another year at Startup Canada and taking a look back at some of the highlights and impact from each of our flagship programs this year!From over $75,000 in prizes awarded at our Startup Global Pitch Competition to 180 mentorship sessions with our Startup Women program and 1,000+ users of our newly launched Business Owner's Toolbox, we're proud of the impact created this year in supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses across Canada.

African female entrepreneurs want equal opportunities DW 11/29/2022

When the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) was launched on January 1, 2021, many female entrepreneurs hoped that the world's largest free-trade area, with a market of 1.2 billion people, would boost their businesses and reduce endemic poverty.But they are missing out on the opportunities because their businesses are mostly small, have low productivity and get little funding from governments and agencies, several women told DW.

2022 Wrapped with Startup Canada

We're wrapping up another year at Startup Canada and taking a look back at some of the highlights and impact from each of our flagship programs this year!From over $75,000 in prizes awarded at our Startup Global Pitch Competition to 180 mentorship sessions with our Startup Women program and 1,000+ users of our newly launched Business Owner's Toolbox, we're proud of the impact created this year in supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses across Canada.

African female entrepreneurs want equal opportunities DW 11/29/2022

When the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) was launched on January 1, 2021, many female entrepreneurs hoped that the world's largest free-trade area, with a market of 1.2 billion people, would boost their businesses and reduce endemic poverty.But they are missing out on the opportunities because their businesses are mostly small, have low productivity and get little funding from governments and agencies, several women told DW.
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Mayor Makes $10M Investment to Seed New Small Business Loan Fund

The NYC Future Fund initiative aims to address the capital gap faced by small business owners, especially BIPOC and women entrepreneurs, to accelerate business growth.

Non-Dilutive Sources of Funding for Women-Owned Businesses

Access to different funding sources such as microloans is essential for women entrepreneurs to grow their businesses.

Lawmakers Must Recognize the Transformative Power of Tech Education for Women Entrepreneurs

Digital platforms empower women entrepreneurs to thrive and grow financially independent, advocating for their inclusion in policymaking.

Can AI help your business?

Women entrepreneurs are increasingly recognizing the value of entrepreneurship.

6 Effective Strategies to Secure Funding | Entrepreneur

Securing funding is challenging, highlighting the importance of building genuine relationships with investors and leveraging women entrepreneurs' unique perspectives.
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