Female Foundry | State of Gender Diversity in European Venture

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

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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.

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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

of all venture activity in Europe

96%

18 countries representing

approx.

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.