We believe that data is a powerful catalyst for innovation. We have analysed the funnel of female entrepreneurship and the investment landscape in the European ecosystem to provide the most accurate and vivid picture of the investment opportunities to back female entrepreneurs and investors in Europe.
Welcome to the Female Foundry State of Gender Diversity in European Venture report
The most comprehensive analysis
of the funnel of female innovation in Europe
645,375
European companies
analysed
1,168
Founders and investors answered our survey
70
Founders, investors and ecosystem players interviewed
The Community
By founders and investors
for the entire venture ecosystem
The essence of our report extends far beyond the realm of data and statistics.The report is a reflection of personal stories, achievements and a celebration of the vibrant community of European innovators, trailblazers and thinkers.
Meet the Launch Event Speakers
The Report
Despite the challenging times, female founders and investors in Europe continue to innovate
The essence of our report extends far beyond the realm of data and statistics.The report is a reflection of personal stories, achievements and a celebration of the vibrant community of European innovators, trailblazers and thinkers.
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The State of Gender Diversity in European Venture report would have not been possible without the great support from all our sponsors and partners.
The Community
Supported by industry leaders
Our Partners
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The reach
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of all venture activity in Europe
96%
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countries representing
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The Reach
Detailed analysis of major European venture hubs
It has taken significant effort to depict the European venture ecosystem, not only at the Pan-European level but also on a country-by-country basis. Throughout the report, you will find country-focused data and country-specific statistics in the 'Location in Focus' chapter.
Lisa Gradow
Claire
Murray
Bao-Y
Van Cong
Sarah
Werner
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Mirjam
Staub-Bisang
Rob
Moffat
Jérôme
Wittamer
Daniela
Sjunnesson
Marion
Verles
Felicia
Mundhenke
Apostolos
Apostolakis
Judith
Data
Oana
Jinga
Marta
Palmeiro
