Equity8 Start-Up Success StoriesA tiny percentage of capital is sent the way of female start-ups, but these women broke through with genius ideas and tenacity on tap.By jitendermittalPublished 11 July, 2025 Equity8 Start-Up Success StoriesA tiny percentage of capital is sent the way of female start-ups, but these women broke through with genius ideas and tenacity on tap.By jitendermittalPublished 11 July, 2025 Previous article Beyond The Binary: Understanding Gender Next article Five Money Managers Cut The CrapThe numbers continue to count against female start-ups with just 2.19 per cent of global venture dollars directed to female-led start-ups in 2016. A 2017 report also revealed only 17 per cent of venture-backed start-ups were led by women, a dial that hasn’t shifted in five years. While the data proves there’s significant ground to make up, anecdotally the news is better. Finding successful international case studies is a relatively easy pursuit. Not only are they doing well, but they’re succeeding in a range of industries including technology, finance, healthcare, wellness and media. Here are our top picks.Away Founders: Steph Korey and Jen Rubio something Related Articles UncategorisedThe advice I wish I’d gotten 20 years ago (copy)By Vivek Dhiman UncategorisedNew- Why Ilya stepped back from the business she poured her heart intoBy Vivek Dhiman LeadersWhy Ilya stepped back from the business she poured her heart intoBy Ben Tweedie LeadersThe most surprising part of being a first time mum had nothing to do with meBy rosa762070 LeadersThe #1 mistake employers make when multiple women leaveBy jitendermittal InclusionWant a more inclusive workplace?By jitendermittal CareerWomen returning to work winners in Queensland’s state budgetBy jitendermittal LeadersThis is an exciting article titleBy Ben TweedieSubscribe to our newsletterBe the first to hear about the latest FW news, exciting events and exclusive offers.
