Invest in Women Taskforce Secures £100M for Female Founders

Invest in Women Taskforce has successfully secured $100,000,000 in investment capital from a recent funding round. The substantial financial backing reinforces the organization's mission, supported by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), to champion and expand opportunities for female entrepreneurs across the business landscape. The Taskforce is an industry-led initiative under the co-stewardship of multi-exit entrepreneur Debbie Wosskow and Hannah Bernard, Head of Business Banking at Barclays. Its core focus is on addressing the funding gap for female-powered businesses through three key deliverables: launching what is intended to be the world’s largest funding pot of £250 million dedicated to these businesses, increasing angel investment, and encouraging more women to become angel investors, as well as boosting micro-funding access for women. This significant $100 million investment underscores confidence in the Taskforce's strategic approach and its potential to drive tangible change. The newly raised capital will enable Invest in Women Taskforce to accelerate its ambitious initiatives and operational capabilities. These funds are earmarked to drive the Taskforce's efforts in establishing the £250 million funding pot, expanding its outreach to increase angel investment, and strengthening pathways for micro-funding. Furthermore, the investment will support the Taskforce's collaborative work with the newly created Ecosystem Working Group, which is dedicated to improving the broader environment for female-powered businesses. This funding round positions Invest in Women Taskforce to significantly scale its efforts in promoting economic growth and equitable access to finance for women entrepreneurs. The organization remains focused on its strategic objectives, aiming to foster a more inclusive and dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem in the coming years.