Harriet

💥 Front page of the The Australian Top 100 Innovators list for 2024. 💥 Another Harriet company Femmi continues to grow! A huge shout out to Lydia O'Donnell, Esther Keown and the entire team at Femmi - you deserve this recognition. Check out Femmi and download the first running app designed for women say goodbye to one-size-fits-all training plans and train in accordance with your cycle and hormone levels. https://lnkd.in/gg3Zmz78

A new global research paper worth checking out! Barbara Stewart, CFA and her 2024 Rich Thinking® global research paper “Women & Alts: A Global Study” commissioned by Kensington Capital Partners Limited. Here's why you should read it: 1. Barbara has interviewed over 50 investors from around the globe specifically on the gender gap in alt investing this year. I don’t know anyone else who has done that. 2. The paper looks at women's favourite alternative investments. 3. What resonates with women and what doesn’t. 4. And as the CFA Research and Policy Center concluded last week based on her work: 'it's time to retire the myth that women are risk-averse or lack confidence when it comes to alternative investing. It's holding back the entire industry.' You can read a summary of the report here: https://lnkd.in/g6bigvzR And the complete white paper here: https://lnkd.in/g_kqpV8i Thanks Barbara Stewart, CFA for including Harriet

Support Your Team & Support Female Founders with Harriet's Corporate Workshops! At Harriet, we believe in creating a ripple effect of good. That’s why we’re offering a 1-for-1 initiative: When your organisation engages us for a corporate workshop, we will offer free business consultancy to a female founder in return. Our workshops cover key areas like empowering female leaders, fostering inclusivity, and supporting women in business. By partnering with us, you not only invest in your team but also help elevate the next generation of female entrepreneurs. Interested in making an impact? Get in touch with us at [email protected] or [email protected] to learn more. Let’s grow together and lift others as we rise! Anna Pearson Tanya Rolfe #harriet #femalefounders

How Does Harriet Collaborate with Corporates? At Harriet, we partner with organisations to deliver impactful workshops tailored to three key areas: Women leading businesses, financial inclusion and the gender gap in the workplace. Our goal is to inspire and equip teams with actionable insights and strategies for growth. Interested in learning how Harriet can work with your organisation? Reach out to us directly at [email protected] or [email protected], and let's start the conversation. #harriet #femalefounders Anna Pearson Tanya Rolfe

At Harriet, we're passionate about creating a world where women can thrive in the workplace. That's why we partner with forward-thinking corporates to offer a range of programmes for female employees: 1. Unleashing the Intrapreneur: Thinking Like an Entrepreneur in a Corporate Setting 2. The Link Between Financial Confidence and Being an Employee 3. What Works & What Doesn't: Supporting Women's Workplace Success Ready to invest in the future of your female workforce? Let's connect! Anna Pearson Tanya Rolfe #harriet #financialinclusion #workplaceequality #corporatesocialresponsibility

In 2023, we embarked on a mission to support a handful of female founders in their fundraising efforts. After countless calls with venture capitalists (VCs), we uncovered some disheartening truths (most of us know them all well but for the benefit of those new to Harriet, we will summarise why we exist): Male Dominance: The vast majority of decision-makers in the VCs were men. Lack of Sector Expertise: Finding VCs with a deep understanding of Healthtech and Medtech in the APAC region proved to be a major challenge. "Safe Bets" Mentality: Most VCs favoured companies and founders that mirrored their existing investments, leaving little room for diverse and innovative ideas, especially those from women entrepreneurs. Inappropriate Questions: Some VCs asked questions that were not only irrelevant but also unprofessional and offensive. Misguided Advice: Many VCs offered advice that was completely out of touch with the founders' businesses and needs. We had to step in on numerous occasions to challenge this misguided counsel. The Takeaway: This experience was eye-opening and, at times, soul-crushing for both us and the founders we supported. While there's a lot of talk about women-led companies, the reality on the ground is still far from ideal. We have a long way to go before we see significant and meaningful progress in this space. Let's not mistake the noise for actual change. There's much work to be done to create a truly equitable and inclusive investment landscape. This is our reality and why Harriet is here. Anna Pearson Tanya Rolfe #Harriet #femalefounders

Why Does Investing in Women-Led Companies Matter? Let's let data do the talking.... Did you know that female-founded companies generate more revenue per dollar invested compared to those founded by men? 🤯 That's just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the compelling reasons why supporting women-led businesses is not just a good deed, but a smart investment. Here's a closer look at the data: 💰 Higher Returns: Research by Boston Consulting Group shows that for every dollar of investment, women-led startups generate 78 cents in revenue, while male-led startups generate only 31 cents. 👩💻 Greater Innovation: Women-led companies frequently pioneer disruptive products and services, tapping into underserved markets and unmet needs. This innovative edge often stems from their unique perspective and lived experiences, particularly addressing gaps in industries that have historically overlooked women's needs. 👨👩👧👧 Positive Social Impact: Supporting women entrepreneurs helps to close the gender gap, promote economic equality, and create a more inclusive business landscape. Just three reasons why we do what we do at Harriet. Tanya Rolfe and Anna Pearson #Harriet #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #InvestInWomen #GenderEquality

"For as long as I can remember, I've had a hard time accepting the status quo. When I see something that needs change or an injustice that needs addressing, I feel compelled to act—accepting things as they are is simply not an option for me. Supporting women-led companies is one of those challenges that I just can’t overlook.....largely because it is bonkers!" Tanya Rolfe tells us why she joined forces with Anna Pearson to form Harriet. #harriet #femalefounders

✨ Meet Our Founders; Anna & Tanya ✨ Today, Anna Pearson shares the inspiration behind Harriet. She talks about the gap she spotted in supporting female founders and the passion that drove her to create a platform dedicated to empowering women. Tomorrow Tanya Rolfe shares her story. Stay tuned for our story on what makes Harriet so special and how we're making a difference for female entrepreneurs. 🌟 #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #Empowerment #Harriet #Leadership

At Harriet, we’re passionate about working with female founders to create businesses that don’t just survive but thrive. Women-led businesses are powerful forces for change. They consistently deliver higher returns to investors and care deeply about the world they’re building in. From stronger team dynamics to sustainability-driven strategies, women founders are leading the way in creating businesses that make a real difference. At Harriet, we stand alongside these incredible women in two key ways: 1️⃣ We work with corporates and organisations to offer impactful workshops around the topics of female founders and leadership. 2️⃣ We work directly with female founders as investors, advisors, consultants, and honestly, just trusted, friendly supporters! That's us on day 1 of starting Harriet! Let’s build a future where women’s success shapes the world. Are you with us? 💼🌍 #Harriet #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #Sustainability #Entrepreneurship Anna Pearson Tanya Rolfe