Funded Female Founders is for founders, investors, operators, and ecosystem supporters who are driving the future of innovation and funding.

After drawing over 125+ attendees at our last event in Menlo Park, Funded Female Founders is coming to San Francisco on July 16th, 2025 at Canopy San Francisco – Jackson Square.

Hosted by Startup Grind Silicon Valley Chapter & Superconnected, this event brings together founders, investors, operators, and ecosystem supporters who are actively scaling companies, investing in innovation, and building communities that champion women in leadership. 

We will feature two (!!) dynamic panel discussions - a YC female founder panel where the ladies will share their journey, challenges, and key insights for succeeding at YC.

Following this, gain perspective on what early-stage VC investors look for as we dive into a panel with leading female venture capitalists from some of Silicon Valley's most active early-stage funds - Unusual Ventures, Gradient Ventures & Boost VC as we dive into what makes a startup fundable in today’s market.

Expect candid conversations with female founders and VCs, high-impact networking, and thoughtful programming designed to foster real connections. General admission attendees will receive branded swag, while VIP guests will receive exclusive gift bags curated for startup leaders.

Agenda:

5:00 PM – 5:45 PM | Check-In & Welcome Reception - Guest arrivals, wine, and light bites, visit sponsor tables, and enjoy photo ops

5:45 PM – 6:00 PM | Opening Remarks 

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Panel 1: What it takes to graduate from YC as a female founder + Q&A

6:40 PM – 6:45 PM | Break - Take 7 minutes to reset, mingle, and refill your glass

7:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Panel 2: hat Investors Look for in Women-Led Startups + Q&A

7:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Open Networking - Connect with speakers, investors, sponsors, and fellow founders. Enjoy final bites, drinks, and new conversations.

​🔥 Why Attend this event?

​• Tactical Fundraising Advice from both founders and investors who’ve successfully raised and deployed capital

​• Live Panels & Discussions designed to surface what really matters in today’s funding landscape

​• High-Quality Networking with VCs, angels, and other growth-stage founders who are scaling serious companies

​• VIP Access to attendee contact lists so you can follow up and build lasting relationships. Early access to networking with Startup Grind and Superconnected.

​• Community-Led that go deeper than a standard pitch or panel