Female Founders in Food Tech
Are you an early stage entrepreneur who is working to make the future of food and agriculture more sustainable, climate-resilient, and culture-rich?
The Female Founders in Food Tech (F^3) Pitch Event seeks founders who have raised less than $1 Million USD in capital.
Why Pitch?
All Star Investor Selection Committee
$25K Equity-Free Grand Prize
Pitch Coaching by Foodbytes
Selection Committee
Connie Bowen
Farmhand Ventures
Milena Bursztyn
Newtype Ventures
Noramay Cadena
Supply Change Capital
Kathy Chen
Ulu Ventures
Stephanie Dorsey
E2JDJ
Lisa Feria
Stray Dog Capital
Beatriz Franco
Vita Vera Ventures
Taryn Goodman Gallery
Cultivian Sandbox
Rini Greenfield
Rethink Food
Shayna Harris
Supply Change Capital
Ashley Hartman
Bluestein Ventures
Jenny Kan
Climate Capital Bio
Susan Lyne
BBG Ventures
Jessica Murphy
S2G Ventures
Camila Petignat
The Yield Lab Latam
Brita Rosenheim
Vita Vera Ventures
Adrianna Samaniego
Female Founders Fund
Jenny Stojkovic
Joyful VC
Ariana Thacker
Conscience VC
Daniëlla Vellinga
Rabo Investments
Fine Print
Applications are due by midnight EST on Sunday, October 15th, 2023. Submit here.
Semi-finalists will be reviewed by a panel of investors.
All semi-finalists will receive pitch coaching with Foodbytes by Rabobank.
Five companies will be selected for the finals and must be available between noon and 7pm EST on Thursday, November 16th, 2023.
The 1st place winner takes home $25,000 in equity-free capital, a Platinum pass & flight to SXSW 2024, and two passes to the Supply Change Capital Founders in Food Tech house at SXSW.
The first runner up will also receive a stipend to attend SXSW 2024 and two passes to the Supply Change Capital Founders in Food Tech house at SXSW.
11/16 Pitch Finals
Join us as we build a platform for early stage, women-led firms to shine, build their network, and access capital.
This event is being hosted by Supply Change Capital.
Why? We believe in a community-first approach which helps female founders meet investors, build deal flow, nurture co-investment relationships, advance equity of opportunity in venture capital throughout the food ecosystem, and leave the world a better place for the next generation.
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FAQ
What is the Female Founders in Food Tech pitch event?
The Female Founders in Food Tech Pitch Event (F^3) is for early stage food and agriculture technology companies with a focus on companies founded and led by women.
Who can submit a pitch?
Applications are open to founders innovating in food and ag tech who have raised less than $1 million in capital.
Do I have to be present to win?
If you’re selected as a finalist, you’ll be required to take part in the Finalist Pitch event on November 16th.
What is the timeline?
- Applications are open until October 15th
- Five Semi-Finalists notified on November 11th
- The Pitch Final Event is on November 16th in Los Angeles
- The 1st place winner and the first runner-up will head to SXSW 2024
What are the prizes?
The 1st place winner takes home $25,000 in equity-free capital, a Platinum pass & flight to SXSW 2024, and two passes to the Supply Change Capital Founders in Food Tech house at SXSW.
The first runner up will also receive a stipend to attend SXSW 2024 and two passes to the Supply Change Capital Founders in Food Tech house at SXSW.
What criteria will be used to judge applicants?
- Early stage-companies that have raised less than $1 Million USD in outside capital at the time of application.
- Companies incorporated in the United States.
- Companies where at least 50% of founder shares are held by women.
Where do I submit my pitch?
You can submit your pitch here.
About F^3
The Female Founders in Food Tech Pitch Event (F^3) is for early stage food and agriculture technology companies with a focus on companies founded and led by women.
We aim to create an environment that is inclusive for all. “Women” and “female” are defined as individuals who identify as women or as female.
We work closely with you and carry out research to understand your needs and wishes.