Andrew Watson’s Post

Only 14% of angel investors in UK startups are female, but they have an exponential and growing impact. Summary below of a recent report called "Gaining Altitude" about the role female investors. 1. Female Angel Investors’ Impact - although women make up only 14% of angel investors, they are driving positive change in startup funding. Female angels prioritize investments that have social, local, and diversity-driven impacts, with 25% of funded companies having at least one female founder. 2. Support for Female Entrepreneurs - female angel investors have made a notable contribution to female-founded businesses. Over 1,000 companies led by women have received backing, and this has created more than 10,000 jobs, proving the significant economic value of female-led investments. 3. Regional Innovation and Diversity - angel groups with significant female participation tend to direct more funding to all-female teams, strengthening regional innovation ecosystems. This supports diverse and inclusive entrepreneurship, helping underserved regions access more capital and expertise. 4. Barriers and Support Needed - despite their impact, female angel investors face barriers, such as regional disparities and limited access to networks. Providing tailored support, including lower investment thresholds, mentorship programs, and tax incentives, can help expand female participation and regional angel investment activity. Link to full report: https://lnkd.in/d4HWWjMP The report is published by The Entrepreneurs Network and Invest in Women Taskforce #angelinvestors #uktechkobs #femaleinvestors #startups #theentrepreneursnetwork #investinwomen