The Shifting Venture Landscape: Perspectives from Leading Female Founders & Investors
Venture capital is evolving at a rapid pace. The rules of the game are changing for both founders and investors from the end of ZIRP to the era of AI and its impact across industries from climate to healthcare.
Whether you’re raising your first round or looking to stay ahead of the curve, this session will offer practical insights and real-world perspectives from leading voices navigating these changes.
Panelists
Chenoa Farnsworth, Managing Partner, Blue Startups
Paulette Jencks, Head of Partnerships, WRK/360
Alexia Akbay, Founder + CEO, Symbrosia
Miki Hardisty, Founder & CEO, Olelo AI
Ramsay Siegal, Partner, Earthshot Ventures
Expect thoughtful discussion, actionable takeaways, and a chance to connect with others who are shaping the future of innovation. We'll be exploring:
The end of near-zero interest rate and how it's impacting investor behavior and founder expectations.
Whether the current fundraising environment make it easier or harder for women and underrepresented founders and investors to stand out.
What structural or cultural barriers exist and ideas on how to improve the VC system to make it more equitable and effective.
In an era of AI, climate, and healthcare transformation, what unique lens do women investors and founders bring to identifying the next wave of innovation?
This event is a part of Honolulu Tech Week - a week of events that unifies Hawaii’s tech ecosystem and those connected to it globally.