Welcome to the Female Founders Collective
Helping women getting investment.
We provide all the proven tips and tricks to secure investment for your business
The Harsh Reality....
2%
Of total UK venture capital funding to females
50%
Less funding on average for females compared to men
35%
Higher success rate of securing investment through funding support
....But We Are Here To Help
About Us
At the Female Founders Collective, we are here to help YOU! We have an extensive content repository which has been tried, tested, and improved through hundreds of investment pitches.
We have a dedicated and specialised team here to provide you with the materials, content, guidance and support to land that big investment for your business!
What We Do
An overview of how the Female Founders Collective can help you
Pitch Deck
Creation
Create a professional pitch deck that tells your unique story and captures investor interest using expert guidance and ready-to-use templates.
Investor Presentation Coaching
Polish your delivery and present your business confidently with group or one-on-one coaching tailored to impress investors.
Financial Planning Templates
Access templates for financial modeling and business planning to showcase your business’s value and growth potential to investors.
Investor Networking Opportunities
Gain access to a curated list of angel investors and VCs, and join exclusive networking events to build valuable connections.
Comprehensive Online Course
Follow a step-by-step course with video modules covering everything from preparing for funding to delivering a winning pitch
Negotiation Strategies
Learn key strategies to secure the best terms during investment negotiations and advocate for your business effectively.
Storytelling and Branding
Master storytelling to make your pitch unforgettable and position your business as an irresistible investment opportunity.
Mindset and Resilience
Build the confidence and mindset to thrive in high-pressure situations and show up as your best self during the investment process.
You can get access to all of this and much more in my Skool Community for COMPLETELY FREE. Click the link below to join today!
MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO
Hey, I'm Helene!
I am from just outside London in the United Kingdom and I am the proud owner of the Female Founder Collective.
I previously ran a London based marketing agency, started an ad-tech start-up and successfully launched and funded with multiple successful rounds of Angel investment. Some of my biggest achievements include:
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The Importance Of Mentors
Find out what other female founders have said about having investment mentors
In 2022, Peony Li founded Jude, a bladder care solutions company, and raised £2 million in pre-seed funding, the largest for a solo female founder in the UK. She credited her success to mentors who helped her navigate funding challenges, stating, "Having mentors who believe in your vision can make a significant difference."
Peony Li - Founder of Jude
Kathryn Minshew, co-founder of career platform The Muse, faced over 100 investor rejections before seeking mentorship. Advisors helped her refine her pitch and connect with VCs, enabling her to raise over $28 million. She reflected, "Mentors helped me see blind spots and gave me the confidence to keep pushing."
Kathryn Minshew - Co-founder of The Muse
Julia Collins, co-founder of Zume Pizza and Planet FWD, credits investment mentors for helping her craft pitches that resonated with investors. With their guidance, she raised over $400 million for Zume and secured funding for Planet FWD. She noted, "My mentors helped me turn my mission into measurable value."
Julia Collins - Co-founder of Zume Pizza and Planet FWD