Canadian Women's Network

Our Tech and Innovation survey results are in! Your feedback is invaluable and we're excited to share some of the most interesting insights with you. 👇 💼 Entrepreneurship: - 46% of participants are founders and majority owners of their businesses - 32% are in the early stages with up to $1M in sales 💡 Top challenges: - Fundraising and access to capital - Talent acquisition and retention - Regulatory challenges - Scaling and growth 📚 New resource list suggestions: - Conferences list (25%) - Industry-focused resources (20%) - Women in tech resources (15%) 🌟 Top industry interests: - Health (36%) - AI & Machine Learning (16%) - Climate & Sustainability (13%) A huge thank you to everyone who participated! Stay tuned for more content and resources tailored to your feedback.

Woohoo! 🎉 Big congrats to our recent Pathway to Silicon Valley alumnus Vicky Boudreau and her team at Heylist, on the closing of their $1.6M first raise. The company is making influencer marketing accessible by providing a two-sided marketplace connecting brands and agencies to a community of authentic nano-influencers. Join us in congratulating her! 🙌 https://lnkd.in/eEE_xerp #StartupFounders #FemaleFounders #StartupFundraising #StartupCommunity

Remember: finding the right investor isn't just about funds. It also means finding one that aligns with your values and vision.   #StartupTips #StartupGrowth #StartupCommunity #StartupFounders #Founders #RaisingCapital

Ready to find your next investor? 👀 This Launch Pad column is packed with valuable gems from experts on how to land your perfect capital partner to help jumpstart your startup growth. Check it out below. 👇 #StartupFundraising #StartupInvestors #StartupFunding #FemaleFounders #FemaleEntrepreneurs

If you missed out on our last CWN Orientation session, we've got you covered! Check out the highlights, including membership benefits and exciting events coming up below. 👇 ➡ CWN Resources: Growth members get access to an investor directory and founder spotlight series, plus an ecosystem partners page with discounts on programs and services to help grow your business. ➡ Pathway to Silicon Valley: We're hosting a 3-day immersion program in Silicon Valley for Canadian women founders who want to get startup growth strategies and connect with investors on Nov. 19-21. Register here before spots fill up: https://lnkd.in/e76Z5qxG ➡ Unconference: Come experience a transformative journey with (Un)stoppable women set beneath the shade of 200-year-old trees at our next Women’s Leadership Unconference in Monterey, CA on Oct. 4. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/eQTS87Qb ➡ Community Platform: Join our Mighty Networks platform to access a resource library, private groups, and networking chat with other CWN members. Get access here: https://lnkd.in/eC_uBPcg 🚀 Stay tuned for more updates and sign up for our newsletter to never miss an opportunity! https://lnkd.in/ecU5vwG6 #FemaleFounders #VentureCapital #WomenInTech #Entrepreneurship #Networking

A well-prepared financial plan is one of the best ways to boost confidence with startup investors. If you're not sure where to start, here's a solution. ⬇ We've partnered with Forecastr to help our CWN members build financial models that close more deals. With this partnership, you get: ✨ 20% OFF your first-year subscription with Forecastr ✨ White-glove onboarding with an expert analyst to build a stellar financial model for your company ✨ A dedicated analyst for the life of your subscription to update your model monthly/quarterly ✨ Monthly/quarterly financial reports to guide your decisions and wow your investors ⚡ Learn more + get started here: https://lnkd.in/eg85xPHh #Founders #StartupFounders #StartupCommunity #StartupGrowth #Entrepreneurship

This female founder is revolutionizing family medicine with technology. Check out our latest Founder Spotlight featuring Jiyun (Lyla) Won, Founder of AlbaDOC to learn: 👉 The challenging clinic experience that sparked the idea for AlbaDoc 👉 The innovative strategies she's using to scale her business 👉 Obstacles and key takeaways from her journey as a founder in healthcare ➡️ Dive into her inspiring story here: https://lnkd.in/efHfB9wH #WomenInTech #HealthcareInnovation #FemaleFounders #Entrepreneurship

🚨 Only 3 info sessions for Pathway to Silicon Valley left! We've gotten lots of registrations and interest in this fall's program on Nov. 19-21 already so if you want to see if it's a fit for you, be sure to tune into the next session on June 28. Join us to hear about the exciting events planned for this cohort, learn what discounts are available, and ask any questions you have.  ➡ Save your spot here: https://lnkd.in/g_6xEZ-f About Pathway to Silicon Valley: Pathway to Silicon Valley is a 3-day immersive program designed to help early-stage women founders build 100+ investor and industry connections so that they can grow their business globally.  #StartupFounders #WomenFounders #FemaleFounders #WomenEntrepreneurs #StartupEvents

This impactful workshop could be the game changer your startup needs. 👇 Join our Expert-in-Residence Amy K Musson for a Mid-Year Sanity Check on June 28! 💡 This is your chance to gain clarity, realign your goals, and ensure a successful second half of the year with practical insights and guidance from a Growth and Leadership Coach. Here's what previous workshop attendees have said: "The workshop provided the inspiration and clarity I needed. It's amazing what you can accomplish in an hour with some help from Amy K." ➡ Save your spot here: https://lnkd.in/gm_hQ2JP P.S. If you're a CWN Growth Member, you can grab a promo code for a free seat here: https://lnkd.in/e68mNhBh #PersonalGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessCoaching

Are you VC ready? Join 1,000+ Canadian women founders in the CWN to scale your startup and get access to: ✅ Startup resources  ✅ A 100+ investor directory  ✅ Fundraising outreach services ✅ Discounts on signature programs and events    ➡️ Become a member here: https://buff.ly/3w1mHfL P.S. Want to see if the CWN is a fit for you? Tune into our next Orientation Session on June 26 to hear about our membership benefits and upcoming events. 👉 Register here: https://buff.ly/4cr5EDZ #WomenFounders #WomenEntrepreneurs #WomenOwnedBusiness #StartupGrowth #StartupFounders