Tag Archives: Funding of female founders

Podcast episodes that cover the funding process and particularly the issues that female founders run into when raising funds for their startup.

Why FemTech Needs to Move Beyond Wellness Apps | Show notes for episode 161 with Karen Berg

In episode 161, Karen Berg, partner at Healthy.Capital, argues that venture capital often overlooks the value of complex healthcare startups involved in regulatory processes, which offer genuine innovation. She emphasizes the importance of clinical validation, measurable impact, and respectful partnerships to create investable FemTech solutions that address real health issues beyond wellness.More

From Fragmentation to Collaboration in FemTech | Show notes for episode 159 with Maaike Steinebach and Sophie van Dijk

More than 90 FemTech companies in the Netherlands are working to close the gender health gap. Until FemTech NL connected them, most didn’t know the others existed. In episode 159 of the podcast, co-founders Maaike Steinebach and Sophie van Dijk walk through what it actually takes to align a fragmented industry: better data, better funding, and a shift from competition to collaboration.More

What Most Founders Learn Too Late About Startup Funding with Philipp Omenitsch | Show notes episode 138

In this conversation, Philipp Omenitsch discusses his journey in venture capital, the creation of Sequel and the Founder Files, and the barriers faced by founders, particularly female founders, in accessing venture capital. He highlights the importance of education, experience, and networking in securing funding, as well as the role of diverse founding teams and technical backgrounds in startup success. The discussion also touches on the unique approach of Sequel in empowering athletes to make informed investment decisions and the lessons learned from previous startup experiences.More

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How FEM-Start Helps Female Founders Get Funded | Show notes for episode 110 of Women Disrupting Tech

In Episode 110 of Women Disrupting Tech, Marian Spier and Simone van Bijsterveldt discuss their journey as founders of FEM-Start, an organization dedicated to empowering female entrepreneurs. They share insights on the challenges women face in securing funding, the importance of visibility and networking, and the need for systemic change in the investment landscape. The discussion highlights the significance of education, confidence, and collaboration in supporting female founders, as well as the aspirations for FEM-Start to create a global platform for women in business.More

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How the Netherlands Enterprise Agency Funds Inclusive Innovation with Bibi van Gijzel and Merel Zimmerman | Show notes for episode 102 of Women Disrupting Tech

In Episode 102 of Women Disrupting Tech, Bibi van Gijzel and Merel Zimmerman from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency discuss how public funding promotes inclusive innovation. They emphasize the importance of diversity in funding criteria and visibility for women, especially in tech, while explaining the Innovation Credit and Seed Capital schemes.More

Anna Christie on episode 103 on the future of Women’s Health that she’s building with Flouria.

The Message That Changed the Future of Th3rd with Esther Bisschop | Show notes for episode 93 of Women Disrupting Tech

Esther Bisschop’s journey from employee to entrepreneur culminates in her company’s acquisition by Snap Inc. This podcast episode emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts, resilience, and the power of bold actions. Listeners can gain practical insights on navigating startup challenges and fostering inclusion in tech through community support and personal reinvention.More