How Women Invest
Venture capitalActively deployingSan Francisco · Pre-Seed–Series B · 15 people tracked
Investment thesis
How Women Invest targets women-founded companies across all sectors, viewing the funding gap—women start 40% of businesses but receive only 2% of VC funding—as a substantial untapped opportunity. The firm combines financial discipline with founder-centric support, offering not only capital but market access, business development partnerships, and connections to a network of 80+ VCs. Priority sectors include climate, healthcare addressing women and children's needs, and future of work innovations. The investment thesis rests on data showing women-founded companies earn 26% more for investors, positioning gender-inclusive venture capital as both socially impactful and financially prudent.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 15 people
from the firm's website
Managing partner at How Women Invest focused on building the female limited partner base in venture capital and helping women capital allocators step into leadership roles in the investment space.
What they invest in
from 23 of 30 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×9Consumer ×6Healthtech ×6Enterprise Software ×5SaaS ×4Mental Health ×3Biotech ×2Circular Economy ×2
HQs:United States×7
Investments · 30 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAlcheme Bio develops precision enzyme systems that improve flavor and functionality in protein ingredients during manufacturing processing. The company's enzyme technology reduces off-notes and bitterness in plant proteins, upcycled materials, and emerging protein systems for food manufacturers.
BiotechFoodTech
Anise Health provides culturally-responsive telehealth mental health services tailored to Asian American adults, offering therapy and health coaching that integrates cultural context and addresses intersectional needs. The platform uses data-driven treatment planning and matches clients with licensed therapists trained in cultural sensitivity.
Digital HealthHealthtechMental Health
Attn: Grace develops plant-based, skin-safe incontinence pads, liners, and body care products designed for comfort and leak protection. The company focuses on eco-conscious manufacturing with sustainable materials and CO2 neutral production.
Circular EconomyConsumerFemTech
BabyQuip is a marketplace platform that connects families traveling with babies and toddlers to local providers who rent and deliver baby gear such as cribs, car seats, strollers, and other equipment. The service operates as a peer-to-peer rental network, combining elements of a two-sided marketplace with travel logistics.
ConsumerMarketplacesTravel & Hospitality
Clearbrief is an AI-powered legal research and brief-drafting tool that helps attorneys verify citations, extract facts from documents, and create hyperlinked briefs with built-in fact-checking and timeline generation. It serves solo practitioners, small law firms, and enterprise legal teams.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLegalTechLas Vegas, US
Marketing TechSan Diego, US
Cofertility connects intended parents seeking egg donors with women who want to freeze their eggs for their own future, offering a "Split" program where women can donate eggs while subsidizing their own egg-freezing costs.
FemTechHealthtechNew York, US
Encellin develops next-generation therapies for patients with chronic unmet clinical needs, using technology originating from Dr. Tejal Desai's laboratory at UCSF that combines micro and nanotechnologies with novel drug delivery approaches. The company focuses on therapeutic delivery platforms and cell-based treatments, particularly for diseases including diabetes and autoimmune conditions.
BiotechDeep TechHealthtechMedical DevicesSan Francisco, US
Tejal Desai(Technology Expert, Founder)Ronald Martell(Strategic Advisor, Founder)
Gaiascope operates an AI-powered platform for forecasting electricity grid conditions and optimizing trading and dispatch decisions for renewable energy assets. The company serves renewable energy asset owners and traders in the electricity market with software and advisory services.
AI & Machine LearningClimate TechEnergyEnterprise SoftwareSaaSBoston, US
Gray Matter Analytics provides data analytics and AI-powered solutions for managing value-based contracts and care performance. Its platform serves state Medicaid agencies, payors, and healthcare providers to optimize quality, cost, and equity of care through predictive forecasting, care gap identification, and contract performance monitoring.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureHealthtech
Heard.io is a platform that connects consumers with diverse-owned and sustainable small businesses in their communities, enabling discovery and shopping across local merchants. The service combines storytelling with data to facilitate personalized recommendations and multi-vendor checkout capabilities.
B2B MarketplacesConsumerDirect to Consumer
Trial Library is an AI-native platform that integrates clinical trials into routine healthcare by connecting patients, providers, payers, and pharmaceutical sponsors. The platform accelerates patient enrollment and trial access across health systems, clinics, and specialty practices.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtech
Inclusively operates an AI interface that translates employee pain points into relevant Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources, addressing the problem of underutilization when employees don't know they need these services. The solution serves HR and employee benefit providers by helping them demonstrate impact and improve benefit usage.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHR Tech
Maro is a mental health screening platform for K-12 schools that manages digital parent consent, administers validated mental health surveys to students, and generates reports to identify at-risk students and facilitate referrals to care.
EdTechHealthtechMental Health
Kenzie Davis(Founder & CEO)
MenoWell produces protein and fiber bars formulated specifically for midlife women managing menopause, with low sugar, dairy-free, and vegan options designed to support weight management and sustained energy.
ConsumerFoodTechWellness & Fitness
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Narratize is an AI-powered system of intelligence for new product development that orchestrates knowledge from PLM, ERP, and other systems of record alongside expert knowledge, delivering structured portfolio intelligence to accelerate innovation cycles for advanced manufacturers. The platform serves mid-market and enterprise manufacturers in chemicals, medical devices, aerospace, industrial equipment, CPG, energy, and electronics by centralizing product knowledge and enabling cross-functional teams to make faster, more aligned decisions.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningEnterprise Software
Re:Dish provides a reusable dishware program for food service businesses, offering product supply, pickup, professional washing, sanitizing, and return logistics, along with inventory management software and environmental impact tracking.
Circular EconomyLogistics & Supply Chain
Sage Haven is a parental control app for messaging and calling that allows parents to approve all contacts and uses AI to block harmful messages before they reach children. It works across iMessage and Google Messages, enabling safer communication with trusted friends and family while reducing exposure to bullying and inappropriate content.
ConsumerMental Health
KateAnne
Status (formerly Statusphere) operates a platform that automates influencer marketing campaign management for brands while connecting creators with brand partnership opportunities. The platform handles campaign workflows, fulfillment, reporting, and content rights for influencer marketing at scale.
AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyMarketing TechSaaS
Kristen Wiley
Suma Wealth provides AI-powered financial coaching through chatbot assistants that help users budget, track spending, and build savings with personalized advice available in English and Spanish. The platform serves individual consumers seeking financial literacy and wealth-building guidance.
AI & Machine LearningConsumerFintech
Sylvatex develops manufacturing technology for lithium-ion battery materials production that reduces costs and improves efficiency compared to existing processes. The company serves energy storage, defense, and electric vehicle sectors across Western markets.
CleantechEnergyNew Materials
Thumbprint provides an AI-powered platform for furniture sales and interior design visualization, enabling designers and sales teams to create photorealistic 3D visualizations, generate customized look books, and produce accurate project budgets. The platform serves furniture retailers, interior designers, and sales professionals who need to visualize layouts and pricing for client presentations.
AI & Machine LearningRetail TechSaaS
VOW is a B2B platform that unifies event operations and guest experience management for organizations hosting live experiences. The platform connects operations and guest-facing workflows across corporate events, philanthropy, and other sectors.
Enterprise SoftwareSaaSDemarest, US
Jennifer Brisman(Founder)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does How Women Invest invest at?
- How Women Invest invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What is How Women Invest's typical check size?
- How Women Invest typically writes checks of $100K – $500K.
- What sectors does How Women Invest focus on?
- How Women Invest focuses on Climate Tech, Future of Work, Healthtech, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is How Women Invest located?
- How Women Invest is headquartered in San Francisco, US.
- Does How Women Invest lead rounds?
- Yes, How Women Invest leads investment rounds.
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