Astia
Impact investorSilicon Valley · Seed · 6 people tracked
Investment thesis
Astia invests with a gender-lens focus, working to correct the persistent underrepresentation of women in venture-backed companies. Highlighting that fewer than 10% of VC investments go to companies with at least one woman leader, the organization channels capital toward women entrepreneurs worldwide. Founded in 2000 by technology pioneer Catherine Muther, Astia positions itself as a long-standing advocate for equity in venture capital and seeks to change investor mindsets while supporting women-led startups.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 31, 2026.
Team · 6 people
from the firm's website
Technology pioneer who founded Astia in 2000 and serves as President of the Three Guineas Fund.
Board of trustees or advisory member holding a senior leadership role at Google X.
Board or advisory member who has served as an Executive Director at Cummins Inc. since 2005.
Past CEO of SoapAI, co-founder of Common Sense Media, and former Head of Marketing at Yahoo.
Advisory member serving as Chief R+D Officer at Keurig Dr Pepper, previously CSO at LIVEKINDLY Collective and holding senior roles at Godiva and PepsiCo.
Legal counsel to Astia and a partner at law firm Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Astia invest at?
- Astia invests at the Seed stage.
- What sectors does Astia focus on?
- Astia focuses on Impact & Social Good.
- Where is Astia located?
- Astia is headquartered in Silicon Valley, US.
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