Portfolia FirstStep Fund

Portfolia FirstStep Fund is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments in women-led companies across sectors such as consumer goods, healthcare, financial services, leisure, and technology. The firm operates by creating specialized funds targeting specific industries or demographics, allowing investors to participate with minimum investments ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. This approach enables women to diversify their portfolios and engage actively in the investment process, from deal sourcing to due diligence.

The firm's investment strategy involves backing high-potential entrepreneurial companies in the United States, with a focus on sectors that align with the values and interests of its investor community. Portfolia FirstStep Fund has invested in over 120 private and high-growth companies, including notable brands like Maven Clinic, Everly Health, Madison Reed, and Willow Breast Pumps. The firm's performance has placed it in the top quartile of venture funds launched in 2016 and 2017, demonstrating its commitment to delivering both financial returns and social impact.

Portfolia FirstStep Fund's philosophy centers on empowering women investors to back companies they want to see in the world, aiming for both returns and impact. The firm emphasizes a collaborative and supportive environment, offering a virtual learning laboratory for entrepreneurial investing. This model allows investors to be involved in the process, viewing pitches, asking questions, making recommendations, and attending key events and learning modules, thereby fostering a community of informed and engaged investors.