Startup Fundamentals: Free Webinars!

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Startup Fundamentals Webinar Series

Check out these great free webinars coming up!

MAY 13 from 12:00-1:00 PM PDT

Get answers to these questions and see a live pitch demo:

What are the elements of a winning pitch deck?
How much information is too much?
Should I have more than one version of my pitch deck?
What type of financial information should I include?

MAY 20 from 12:00-1:00 PM PDT

Whether you're preparing for a funding round, structuring a strategic partnership, or simply building a strong legal foundation, this webinar will equip you with the essential knowledge to navigate complex negotiations with confidence.

MAY 28 from 12:00-1:00 PM PDT

Join us to learn what you need to know about cap tables, including:

Ownership and rights to acquire ownership
How cap tables are used
How dilution works
Retaining ownership at formation and in a financing

Applications are open through May 31, 2025

Female Founders: Apply now for the Fast Pitch Competition

High School & College Women: Next Gen Investors Programs

WFN 2025 Fast Pitch Competition

$55,000 in cash grants to be awarded + $100k in professional services
Top 10 Finalists receive 1:1 pitch coaching, financial mentoring, practice pitches, special perks & more!
Application fee waiver for businesses based in SoCal who were impacted by the wildfires

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Junior Venture Capitalist Program

Young Women in Grades 9-12

Learn business fundamentals
Understand how to allocate capital to early-stage companies
Attend the October Fast Pitch as a "venture capitalist for the day" and vote for a winner
Interact with business owners and investors

Apply by May 31

Due Diligence Analyst Program

College & University Women

Learn how to analyze early-stage companies for investment potential
Acquire investment knowledge from finance professionals who mentor each analyst
Develop a network of business professionals
Learn the art of networking

Apply by May 31

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