How Women Invest

How Women Invest is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, committed to driving transformative change by investing in high-potential female founders. The firm focuses on early-stage companies founded or co-founded by women, particularly those that are tech-enabled and have some revenue traction. Their investment strategy primarily targets late-stage seed and Series A capital raise rounds. By leveraging a professional network of over 20,000 women, How Women Invest aims to identify exceptional talent and provide the necessary resources and opportunities for success. The firm has invested in 18 companies across three funds, resulting in two exits to date. Their portfolio spans various industries, including enterprise solutions, fintech, healthcare, energy, business services, and financial services. The firm's investment size ranges from $100,000 to $500,000, with an average check size between $50,000 and $75,000. How Women Invest is actively empowering women-led companies with immediate access to capital, mentorship, and a robust network of industry experts, essential for scaling their businesses. By focusing exclusively on women-led companies, the firm seeks to create a more equitable playing field in the venture capital landscape, challenging outdated views and dispelling myths about women founders and investors. Their data-driven approach showcases the exceptional innovation and higher returns of female-led ventures, reinforcing the belief that investing in women can yield significantly higher returns. The firm is also dedicated to creating pathways for new women investors, with over 140 limited partners, and is committed to bringing more women investors from diverse backgrounds to the table. Through their efforts, How Women Invest aims to reshape the venture capital industry by fostering a more inclusive and successful investment environment for women entrepreneurs.