Women Tech Meetup: What VCs Are Saying Yes To in 2026
Fundraising in 2026 looks very different than it did just a year ago.
AI is still attracting capital—but not all AI is getting funded.
Rounds are tighter. Diligence is deeper. And investors are making faster decisions with a much higher bar.
So what are VCs actually saying yes to right now?
At this Women Tech Meetup, we’re bringing together investors and founders to break down what’s working in today’s market—beyond the headlines and hype.
We’ll cover:
What sectors and business models are getting funded in 2026
How VCs are thinking about traction, revenue, and AI today
What’s quietly out of favor—and why
How founders (especially female founders) can position themselves to win
Oh—and this time, we’re meeting at the top of Salesforce Tower, so get ready for a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the city ✨
Agenda
5:30 PM: Registration and networking, delicious bites, drinks, and more!
6:00 - 6:45 PM: Panel Discussion
- Kimberly Tan - Investing Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, Board member or board observer to companies like Decagon, Pave, Men and others.
- Emily Yuan - Co-Founder & CEO, Corgi (YC S24), who has just raised $108M at $630M valuation, co-led by Y Combinator, Kindred Ventures, Oliver Jung, Leblon Capital, Contrary, and Glade Brook Capital Partners LLC.
- Taylor Brandt - Partner at Headline
- Amanda Huang - Investor at Bain Capital Ventures (early stage infrastructure software)
- Asya Bradley - Stripe Startup & Venture Capital Lead, Multi-exited Founder | Investing in Innovative Founders as an LP @Cowboy Ventures @Ganas Ventures @Kinship Ventures @Deciens @CapTable Coalition @BTV etc.
More speakers will be announced soon...
Moderator – Dasha Shunina, Founder of Women Tech Meetup, THE GATHERING, Venture Capital Contributor to Forbes, YouTube Show Host & Producer – Talks With Dasha, GTM at Puzzle.
6:45 - 7:00 PM: Q&A
7:00 - 8:30 PM: Networking
Whether you’re fundraising now, planning ahead, or just want an honest look inside the VC decision-making process, this conversation is for you.
Come for the insights. Stay for the connections.
About Women Tech Meetup
Women Tech Meetup is a community of 10000 female founders and women in tech, as well as a regular monthly event held in SF, NYC and Miami, bringing together bright minds and incredible souls. More than just a community, we provide a safe and supportive environment for networking, sharing success stories and failures, and mutual support.
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About Stripe
Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world’s largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities.
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About Puzzle
Puzzle is an accounting software - a modern alternative to QuickBooks - built for founders by founders. Streamline your accounting, track your finances in real-time, and impress investors with ready-to-go reports. Book a Demo to learn more or reach out to Dasha at dasha@puzzle.ioto claim your exclusive offer.