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After promoting 132 startups in just 2.5 years, a thought-provoking question from one of our funders stopped us in our tracks: “Why are all the startups you’ve supported male-led?” Truthfully, we were stunned. There was no bias or intentional directi

Women Entrepreneurs: Outperforming Despite Funding Gaps Women face significant funding disparities. Globally, women's startup rose from 6.1% (2001) to 10.4% (2023). In India, ~73,151 startups have at least one woman director. However, only 14.1% of t

Funding Disparity: Women Founders, We Need Your Insights! Excess Edge Experts Consulting seeks women-led startups for VC funding. We're puzzled: high application numbers, but only 2 of 9 interested founders submitted final documents, unlike the 90%+

Are You a Woman Founder with a Revenue-Earning Startup? Excess Edge Experts Consulting is calling all women-led startups ready to scale! If you’re generating revenue and seeking venture capital funding, we want to hear from you. We’re inviting pass

Co-Build a VC Fund in Public: Day 15 (ROI does not lie - we need more women in this ecosystem) 1 in 20 Partners in Venture Capital Funds are Women! This number is abysmal! And I am equally to blame. How can an industry function with only 5% repre

Day 44: Bengaluru's She-cosystem: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs The future of Bengaluru's startup scene is female! Here's your guide to navigating the city's thriving She-cosystem: * Find Your Tribe: Connect with inspiring female founders an

Dear Founders, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Do you currently outsource your digital marketing? If so, what key factors influence your choice of partner/agency?

What Sets Women Entrepreneurs Apart? Women entrepreneurs are redefining what it means to lead, innovate, and build lasting impact. While their male counterparts often benefit from longstanding networks and institutional support, women founders excel

I’m working on an idea to publish inspiring stories of entrepreneurs, highlighting their journeys and achievements. Do you think such a platform would be engaging and valuable? I’d love to hear your thoughts or suggestions! Best, Raj