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The Capital Network 2022 Fellowship Impact Report

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The 2022 cohort of the Own Your Raise Fellowship program achieved significant successes during their 6-month program. The 15 female founders raised $1 million in funding collectively, increased their combined revenue by 17%, and employed 96 people total across their companies. The fellowship aims to address challenges unique to women founders, such as access to investors and building confidence. It provides founders with legal and leadership coaching, peer support, mentorship, and fundraising training and events. Since 2016, over 90 female founders have participated in the program, raising $65 million in capital and positively impacting the startup ecosystem.

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AND employed 96 people during their 6-month Fellowship. WHAT AN ACHIEVEMENT! Our Wonderful 2022 Cohort Marie Meslin, Founder of 'Own Your Raise' Fellowship & Outgoing TCN Executive Director & President. "It's a WRAP! Congratulations to our 10th cohort on all they have achieved! Back in June we welcomed 15 amazing Fellows from diverse sectors & backgrounds who have raised $1M, increased their revenue by 17% We originally created the 'OWN YOUR RAISE' program to solve some of the unique issues women founders face when it comes to raising money: lack of access to knowledge and investor networks and a need for greater confidence and executive leadership growth in scenarios where they are often the only woman in the room. But this program is now so much more: it's a safe space where Fellows can be inspired by and champion each other, connect and build on their leadership & fundraising strategy, and execute & celebrate their many milestones together. Reach out and offer this group connections, mentorship and FUNDING. Donate to help us continue to support female founders and create an equitable ecosystem." As this is my last cohort as The Capital Network Executive Director and as the creator of this fellowship - I am especially proud to have been part of their growth and part of their community! BUT it's not over: YOU now have a role to play too:
17% CAPITAL RAISED The 2022 cohort alone has already raised $1,000,000 in funding - all during a pandemic! This is particularly impressive as the % of VC dollars in the U.S. invested in female-founding teams declined from 3.4% pre-pandemic to a mere 2.3% during the pandemic. We are building a safe space and a comprehensive program that is defying the down-hill industry standards. PEOPLE EMPLOYED REVENUE GROWTH 96+ $1M+ INCREASED CONFIDENCE IN FUNDRAISING 100% Insa Cespedes Elliott, Founder & CEO of Market 2day "I feel so lucky to have been part of TCN's Fellowship! As a first-time entrepreneur, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. TCN has given me guardrails and a roadmap to guide me as I take my business to the next level." Sara Ortins, Co-Founder & Chief of Staff of NimblyWise "From Day One of the Fellowship, I knew this program would deliver on its promise. Strong programming, awesome speakers and coaches, a plethora of resources paired with a diverse group of truly supportive women made for an unforgettable experience!" What Our Fellows Achieved During The 2022 Fellowship
92% HOURS OF LEGAL AND LEADERSHIP COACHING HOURS OF PEER TO PEER SUPPORT FUNDRAISING WORKSHOPS & EVENTS 100+ 35+ HOURS WITH MENTORS & INVESTORS 100+ 35+ NET PROMOTER SCORE (STARTED TRACKING IN 2020) Wendy Slone, Founder & CEO of bTECH FEMALE FOUNDERS BIPOC CAPITAL RAISED 90+ $65M+ 50% "The Capital Network Female Founders Fellowship presents an amazing platform for female founders to connect and forge support bonds focused on fund-raising. The insights and comradery of the program is an invaluable opportunity for female founders to advance their business and interpersonal connections." What Our Fellows Had Access To Our Fellowship's Impact Since 2016
A HUGE Thank you to all our Sponsors and Supporters. We couldn't have done this without you. "Women founders get just 2% of venture capital dollars. TCN has had an outsized influence on the startup world and our alumnae are showing that raising money and starting a company are within reach of a diverse group of founders. In just six months, our 2022 Fellows exceeded their own expectations by employing 96 people, raising $1M, and building lifelong ties as female CEOs committed to lifting each other up. Through these impressive achievements, they have increased their confidence on topics ranging from fundraising to valuations to leadership. The most important part of the Fellowship is the camaraderie and support Fellows give to one another, sharing ideas and strategies, and, above all, gaining the confidence to pursue big goals which put them on a path to expand and grow their businesses." Lisa Frusztajer, TCN Investor In Residence Want to change the narrative on WHO gets funded? Come share a cup of tea with us and let's collaborate! Team@TheCapitalNetwork.org TheCapitalNetwork.org

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The Capital Network 2022 Fellowship Impact Report

  • 1. AND employed 96 people during their 6-month Fellowship. WHAT AN ACHIEVEMENT! Our Wonderful 2022 Cohort Marie Meslin, Founder of 'Own Your Raise' Fellowship & Outgoing TCN Executive Director & President. "It's a WRAP! Congratulations to our 10th cohort on all they have achieved! Back in June we welcomed 15 amazing Fellows from diverse sectors & backgrounds who have raised $1M, increased their revenue by 17% We originally created the 'OWN YOUR RAISE' program to solve some of the unique issues women founders face when it comes to raising money: lack of access to knowledge and investor networks and a need for greater confidence and executive leadership growth in scenarios where they are often the only woman in the room. But this program is now so much more: it's a safe space where Fellows can be inspired by and champion each other, connect and build on their leadership & fundraising strategy, and execute & celebrate their many milestones together. Reach out and offer this group connections, mentorship and FUNDING. Donate to help us continue to support female founders and create an equitable ecosystem." As this is my last cohort as The Capital Network Executive Director and as the creator of this fellowship - I am especially proud to have been part of their growth and part of their community! BUT it's not over: YOU now have a role to play too:
  • 2. 17% CAPITAL RAISED The 2022 cohort alone has already raised $1,000,000 in funding - all during a pandemic! This is particularly impressive as the % of VC dollars in the U.S. invested in female-founding teams declined from 3.4% pre-pandemic to a mere 2.3% during the pandemic. We are building a safe space and a comprehensive program that is defying the down-hill industry standards. PEOPLE EMPLOYED REVENUE GROWTH 96+ $1M+ INCREASED CONFIDENCE IN FUNDRAISING 100% Insa Cespedes Elliott, Founder & CEO of Market 2day "I feel so lucky to have been part of TCN's Fellowship! As a first-time entrepreneur, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. TCN has given me guardrails and a roadmap to guide me as I take my business to the next level." Sara Ortins, Co-Founder & Chief of Staff of NimblyWise "From Day One of the Fellowship, I knew this program would deliver on its promise. Strong programming, awesome speakers and coaches, a plethora of resources paired with a diverse group of truly supportive women made for an unforgettable experience!" What Our Fellows Achieved During The 2022 Fellowship
  • 3. 92% HOURS OF LEGAL AND LEADERSHIP COACHING HOURS OF PEER TO PEER SUPPORT FUNDRAISING WORKSHOPS & EVENTS 100+ 35+ HOURS WITH MENTORS & INVESTORS 100+ 35+ NET PROMOTER SCORE (STARTED TRACKING IN 2020) Wendy Slone, Founder & CEO of bTECH FEMALE FOUNDERS BIPOC CAPITAL RAISED 90+ $65M+ 50% "The Capital Network Female Founders Fellowship presents an amazing platform for female founders to connect and forge support bonds focused on fund-raising. The insights and comradery of the program is an invaluable opportunity for female founders to advance their business and interpersonal connections." What Our Fellows Had Access To Our Fellowship's Impact Since 2016
  • 4. A HUGE Thank you to all our Sponsors and Supporters. We couldn't have done this without you. "Women founders get just 2% of venture capital dollars. TCN has had an outsized influence on the startup world and our alumnae are showing that raising money and starting a company are within reach of a diverse group of founders. In just six months, our 2022 Fellows exceeded their own expectations by employing 96 people, raising $1M, and building lifelong ties as female CEOs committed to lifting each other up. Through these impressive achievements, they have increased their confidence on topics ranging from fundraising to valuations to leadership. The most important part of the Fellowship is the camaraderie and support Fellows give to one another, sharing ideas and strategies, and, above all, gaining the confidence to pursue big goals which put them on a path to expand and grow their businesses." Lisa Frusztajer, TCN Investor In Residence Want to change the narrative on WHO gets funded? Come share a cup of tea with us and let's collaborate! Team@TheCapitalNetwork.org TheCapitalNetwork.org