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YC

Y Combinator Cast

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

As a female founder, I realized that fundraising is particularly challenging, and I wanted to help level the playing field for future female entrepreneurs.

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YC

Female Founders Conference - Mountain View

@ Y Combinator

Female Founders Conference - Mountain View

09/18/18

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Reshma Shetty

06/01/16

@ Y Combinator

As a female founder, I recognize the importance of diversity in technology companies, especially given the low representation of women in the field.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

The women in venture capital rallied together in response to the challenges faced in the industry, leading to initiatives like 'All Raise' to support female founders.

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Kat Mañalac

08/17/17

@ Y Combinator

Fundraising is a significant challenge for founders, and it's crucial to share experiences and insights about it.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

08/17/17

@ Y Combinator

Raising money is inherently difficult for everyone, but as a woman, I try not to enter negotiations thinking it will be harder for me due to my gender, as that mindset can give the other party an advantage.

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Avni Patel Thompson

03/03/18

@ Y Combinator

I believe that underrepresented founders face unique challenges, and it's crucial to focus on growth to prove you deserve funding.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

The goal is to have more successful female founders so that young women can see role models in tech and entrepreneurship.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/21

@ Y Combinator

Talking to other female founders was one of the most helpful things I did while learning on the job.

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Jessica Livingston

07/25/17

@ Y Combinator

In recent years, there's been an increase in the number of women starting startups and raising significant seed and series A rounds, but we need to focus on having more women founding billion-dollar startups.

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Ron Conway

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

Having been a founder myself helps me as an investor because I understand the challenges and can identify kindred spirits among entrepreneurs.