Beyond 2% - Women's Leadership Summit
Note: Event location is still TBD. Please hold off on booking flights until final location is confirmed.
Join us for the largest female founder showcase in Silicon Valley. This will be an exclusive event where women and allies are welcome.
Women Only Receive 2% Of Venture Capital Funding.
Event Overview
The Go Beyond (2%) - Women’s Leadership & Innovation Conference is a groundbreaking event dedicated to addressing the gender disparity in venture capital funding, where women currently receive less than 2% of investments. This transformative conference aims to empower female entrepreneurs by providing education, inspiration, and networking opportunities to break barriers and advance equity in funding.
Target Audience
The Go Beyond (2%) - Women’s Leadership & Innovation Conference is tailored to empower and connect a diverse group of trailblazers, including:
Investors, Venture Capitalists, Family Offices passionate about funding transformative women-led ventures and driving equity in entrepreneurship.
Female Entrepreneurs seeking inspiration, actionable strategies, and meaningful connections to overcome systemic barriers and scale their businesses.
Innovators and Changemakers eager to challenge the status quo and contribute to the movement toward equitable investment and innovation.
Corporate Leaders and Executives committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in leadership and beyond.
Advocates and Allies dedicated to amplifying the voices of women in business and innovation while championing systemic change in funding.
Agenda
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Reception & Check-In
Kick off the event with coffee and tea while networking with fellow attendees. Take this time to explore our Female Founder Showroom.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM: Keynote Speaker
Investing in groundbreaking innovations to drive progress in women’s health through mindful evolution, diverse perspectives, and strategic global partnerships—creating lasting impact and generational prosperity.
10:45 AM - 11:00 PM: Female Founder Showcase (Session 1)
Discover groundbreaking ideas as female entrepreneurs present their innovative projects that are reshaping industries.
11:00 PM - 11:45 PM: Panel Intellectual Take on the Funding Gap
Hear from Berkeley and Stanford Professors as we discuss barriers to change
11:45 PM - 12:30 PM: Lunch
Enjoy a delicious lunch while networking with fellow attendees. Don't forget to explore our Female Founder Showroom.
12:30 PM - 12:45 PM: Female Founder Showcase (Session 2)
Hear the inspiring stories of female founders bringing fresh ideas to life across various industries.
12:45 PM - 1:30 PM: Panel Discussion – Breaking Barriers in Funding
Join an engaging panel featuring successful female founders and investors as they discuss challenges, strategies, and solutions for increasing access to funding in the startup world.
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM: Female Founder Showcase (Session 3)
Another round of innovative project presentations from dynamic female entrepreneurs.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Live Screening – Show Her the Money
Experience a compelling documentary highlighting the funding challenges women face in venture capital, followed by a 30-minute keynote from Catherine Gray, the film's producer and executive producer.
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM: Female Founder Showcase (Session 4)
Explore more trailblazing ideas as female founders share their journeys and innovations.
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM: Appetizers & Networking
Wrap up the event with appetizers and meaningful networking opportunities, fostering valuable connections and future collaborations.
Goals
With a dynamic agenda that includes networking receptions, thought-provoking presentations, and opportunities to connect with industry leaders, the conference aims to inspire actionable change and create a more equitable future for women in the venture capital landscape.
Founder Showcase
If you're a female founder and want to present your startup on stage please book time here to apply. 12 companies across industries will be selected to represent the talent present. You must have traction to apply.
Women's Organization / Non Profit Showcase
If your organization supports women and you would like to be showcased apply here
Sponsors
If you are interested in sponsoring the event please reach out to Dwayne Campbell at guerrilla.venture@gmail.com