Women Who Lead: Branding & Fundraising Insights
Use code LEAD to apply to https://fundingbreakthroughlab.org
Women Who Lead: Branding & Fundraising Insights is a vibrant evening of connection, learning, and inspiration—hosted by Mariane Bekker from Founders Bay and Natalie Pan from Funding Breakthrough Lab (accepting Aug cohort applications). This event brings together ambitious women from across the startup and creative worlds to talk honestly about what it takes to build a standout brand and raise funding with purpose and confidence. 💪
You’ll hear from women founders and leaders who’ve successfully pitched investors, crafted strong brand stories, and navigated the ups and downs of building something from the ground up. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, you’ll get fresh insights, practical tips, and real encouragement from people who’ve been in your shoes. 💡
This is more than just a panel—it’s a space to build community, ask questions, and get inspired. Come ready to connect with like-minded women, share your story, and leave feeling supported and energized. Drinks, snacks, and great conversations included! 🍷
Agenda
5:30pm - 6:30pm: Dinner & Networking
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Panel
Building Brands That Lead
Jiayue (Jenny) He, Founder, Ergeon
Sasha Rohachova, Founding Member, District
Mariane Bekker, Founders Bay
Women Winning at Fundraising
Anna Wang, Investor, GreyMatter Capital
Angel Gambino, Executive in Residence, Nfluence Partners
Natalie Pan, Funding Breakthrough Lab
7:30pm - 8pm: Networking
About Us
Perkins Coie is a trusted advisor to innovative companies throughout their lifecycle. As they build and scale, we support clients with comprehensive legal and business counseling from formation to exit, including equity and growth financings, corporate governance, commercial contracts, intellectual property strategy, and labor and employment matters. Our lawyers have managed thousands of venture capital and private equity financings, from pre-seed to growth-stage, for both startups and investors. Our national presence and extensive corporate law experience, combined with sector-specific knowledge, ensure our services are tailored to each client's unique needs, investor expectations, and growth trajectories in cutting-edge industries like artificial intelligence, blockchain and other fintech, digital health, gaming, cleantech, digital media, and consumer packaged goods.
Funding Breakthrough Lab is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pre-accelerator with a mission of creating a supportive community to build a better tomorrow. We empower founders with need to know education, networks, and resources to unlock their potential while championing diversity, inclusion, and authenticity. Founded by Natalie Pan, an engineer, community builder and executive coach. Apply for the next August cohort here https://fundingbreakthroughlab.org.
Founders Bay is a community of 80,000 founders and VCs helping startups grow through curated events, expert workshops, and networking. Paid members get exclusive and free access to workshops, office hours, and top investor connections.
💡 Proudly woman-owned by Mariane Bekker, we’re building a diverse and inclusive startup ecosystem.
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