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The Power of Investing in Women

Nancy Perlman July 12, 2022

FourthWave, Inc. is an accelerator for female tech entrepreneurs, based in Sacramento. To date, FourthWave alumni have raised over $40M. 

According to a study by the Kaufman Foundation, women-led private technology companies are more capital-efficient, achieve 35% higher returns on investments, and when venture-backed, bring in 12% higher returns than male-owned companies. And yet, only 2% of venture funds go to female founders.

We know that investing in women is one of the most effective ways to reduce inequality and increase economic growth, yet investors are lagging. In this evocative panel discussion, we’ll discuss the blockers and biases around investing in women and what we can do to change the paradigm.

Format

Fireside Chat (3 speakers maximum)

Meta Themes

  • Power and Capital

Themes

Gender Equity

Purpose and Desired Outcome

Purpose: Create awareness about why investing in women consistently results in greater ROI and overall company success. Desired outcome: Inspire more investment in women-owned businesses!

Audiences

  • Allocators (Family Offices, HNW Individuals, Foundations)

  • Corporate & SME

  • Entrepreneurs

  • Accelerators & Incubators

  • Government

  • Service Providers

  • Academia

Speakers

  • NameCheryl Beninga
  • TitleCo-Founder
  • OrganizationFourthWave, Inc.
  • StatusConfirmed
  • NameMariah Lichtenstern
  • TitleFounding Partner
  • OrganizationDiverseCity Ventures
  • StatusInvited
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