Her Capital Connection

This exciting event brings together angel investors and high-potential startups, creating a vibrant learning, networking, and growth space.

Selected startups will pitch their ideas in the “She Who Dares” Challenge to impress the judges and to win up to €125,000. It’s more than just a competition – this event will also include insightful learning sessions and opportunities for investors to connect with the entrepreneurs.

Join us for an afternoon of inspiration, learning, and investment in the future of female-led innovation!

Event Program

Inspirational Keynote Speaker: We will kick off the event with a keynote speaker who will share her insights into the funding gap and her vision for the future of angel investing and entrepreneurship.

Learning Sessions: Participants can choose from 4 workshops around angel investing, entrepreneurship, and feminine values in business.

“She Who Dares” Challenge: In a twist to the classic Dragons’ Den, our “She Who Dares” Challenge will see promising female-led startups pitch their innovative ideas, and in turn, the angel investors will pitch themselves to the startups. This is an opportunity to gain valuable feedback, enhance visibility, and compete for five prizes of €25,000 investment.
Networking: Entrepreneurs and investors will have the chance to meet and explore opportunities, get inspiration, learn from each other, and make new valuable connections.

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General information

Date: Friday January 24th 2025

Time: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location: KPMG Meijburg, Amstelveen

Collaborators: FEM-START, The Angel Initiative, and Female Ventures

Powered by: KPMG Meijburg

Startup information

Criteria for Startups:

Based in the Netherlands
Sustainable Impact: Ideas with a positive, lasting impact on the target group.
Scalability: Businesses with potential for significant growth.
Financial Model: Clear, viable financial plans.
Marketing Strategy: Effective approaches to transition from startup to scale-up.
Proven Traction: Demonstrable success and operational presence.
Website: Functional and developed using internal resources.

Winner Prize Package

The winning startups will receive a comprehensive prize designed to boost their entrepreneurial journey:

You can win up to €125,000 as each angel investor will invest €25,000 in a start-up of their choice.
One-on-One Financial Coaching from industry experts
Networking Opportunities with leading investors
One-year membership of FEM-START