Overview of the Female Leaders VC Fund

Artesian is hiring a #VentureCapital & #Startup Ecosystem Lead (#WesternAustralia #Perth). More details & apply here: lnkd.in/gb3kBJnm #VC #job #Hiring #startups #careers

We are proud to announce that the Female Leaders Fund managed by @artesianvc has invested in Andromeda, the $100m companion robotics company founded by Grace Brown & Yan Chen womensagenda.com.au/business…

Q&A List for Founders in #Cleantech Looking to Go Global. Summary of notes from #VC Panel I recently joined by #NSWGovt, @artesianvc, @TitaniumVC & #SVGventures.. 1. Why expand to the US? • Q: Why should clean tech founders expand to the US? • A: The US offers access to a large market/TAM, capital, talent pool. 2. When to expand? • Q: What’s the right time to expand to the US? • A: Expand when you have traction in your home market and a clear go-to-market strategy for the US. US investors typically like to see evidence of sales, partnerships, or pilot projects within the US. 3. Funding strategies • Q: How should founders approach raising capital in the US? • A: Prepare a compelling pitch tailored to US investors, highlighting traction, scalability, and market fit. Cold emails can be effective if concise, clear, and targeted. Understand investment mandate of each VC to avoid timewasting. 4. Geographic considerations • Q: Do we need to be physically present in the US? • A: While physical presence isn’t mandatory, having a representative, partner, or operational entity in the US strengthens credibility. 5. Differentiation • Q: How can clean tech founders stand out? • A: Highlight your competitive edge clearly. Show awareness of global competitors and explain how your solution is unique. Demonstrate deep customer discovery and understanding is essential. 6. Cultural adjustments • Q: What cultural differences should founders be aware of? • A: Americans value directness, fast follow-ups, and big thinking. Present confidently, emphasize your achievements, and show ambition. Be prepared for a fast-paced environment and a results-oriented mindset. 7. Common red flags • Q: What are red flags for US investors? • A: Key red flags include: Lack of clear unit economics or financial metrics, Weak understanding of US customer needs, Disorganized cap tables or co-CEO arrangements, No clear path for manufacturing and after-sales service if hardware is involved. 8. Building relationships • Q: How can founders effectively network with US investors? • A: Use warm introductions wherever possible, but don’t underestimate a well-crafted cold email. Be concise about your ask and why your company is a fit for their portfolio. 9. Presenting at conferences • Q: How should I structure a 5-minute pitch? • A: Focus on: What problem you solve and for whom. Evidence of traction and scalability. Your ask (e.g., funding, partnerships). End with a strong call to action and clarity on how audience can help.

We're partnering with @Avecho to recruit participants for the largest study of its kind on a potential new cannabinoid treatment for insomnia - register your interest: hubs.ly/Q02wHcgx0 #Cannabinoid #Cannabis #CannabisResearch #ClinicalTrials #EvrimaTechnologies

Beyond Glass Ceilings: Getting Only 3% of VC Dollars? Why We Need More Women Investors, Not Just Entrepreneurs calbizjournal-com.cdn.amppro…

⁦@TurtleTree_⁩ will eventually deliver on its ambitious cell-based milk plan TurtleTree CEO Fengru Lin Talks Vegan Dairy Lactoferrin greenmatters.com/food/turtle…

In Amy Farrell/SolPods latest #podcast, Artesian Climate PM @AliClunies discusses how #startups are addressing #climatechange, #foodinsecurity, #health. Ali shares insights on investing in #cleantech, female-led, and #sustainable startups across AsiaPac youtube.com/watch?v=vC1wzMtp…

Are you attending the Festival of Biologics? Stop by our booth #448 and discover how our clinical trial recruitment solutions can advance your biologic therapies:hubs.ly/Q02pQFmZ0 #FestivalofBiologicsUSA #FestivalofBiologics #Biologics #ClinicalTrials #EvrimaTechnologies

📢 Keen to boost your clinical trial recruitment efforts? Check out our latest blog post - Mastering clinical trial recruitment: 7 advertising tips you need to know. 👉 Read more at: hubs.ly/Q028MYzm0 #AdvertisingTips #ClinicalTrialRecruitment #Evrimatechnologies

Artesian's Impact Report for 2022/23 endeavours to broaden the field of view on our work as capital allocators, and strives to build objective and data driven insights on the impact Artesian (and our investors) have on all our stakeholders artesianinvest.com/post/impa…

We’re proud to deliver Artesian's annual #impact report for the 2022/23 financial year, to share the progress of our portfolio companies/lendees, & to recognise the growing importance of positive impact sitting alongside the pursuit of financial returns. artesianinvest.com/projects-…

Great to see women involved in the launch, investment management, support & community engagement of the Female Leaders VC Fund featured in @forbes_au including @scale_investors co-founder @cazzmelbourne, Scale co-CEOs Chelsea Newell & Samar Mcheileh & Artesian's @Ananya__1997

Fantastic to see @Modibodi founder @klchong backing more female entrepreneurs including @EvertyAU @CarolaJonas and Laronix Dr. Farzaneh Ahmadi afr.com/technology/modibodi-…

It's 2023 and startup boards are still a boys' club — 45% lack female representation. Of the 450 VC-backed companies surveyed (by ESG_VC), just 135 said that between 1% and 25% of their boards identified as women. Article by @Siftedeu's @mparts_ sifted.eu/articles/startup-b…

Congratulations to team @RegrowAg -and founder Dr Anastasia Volkova - on being named on #TIME100Companies: a list of the world's most influential businesses ti.me/3p8TEnM

Women left out of VC club fight for their identity, pulling each other up one by one fiercebiotech.com/biotech/wh…

Artesian #Climate and #AgriFood VC PMs @AliClunies and @RobArtesian are attending the #changeNow2023 summit at the Grand Palais Éphémère in #Paris @ChangeNOW_world

Very cool to see Regrow & our CEO Anastasia Volkova included in this @Forbes article! We are proud to be one of the female-founded companies at the forefront of developing environmental and sustainability solutions. 🌏 #climateaction forbes.com/sites/geristengel…

Artesian is very pleased to have played a part in the launch of the #Australia-#Japan Businesswomen's Network, co-founded by @AJSVictoria and Makiko Okamoto of @mufgbk_official & Natsuko Ogawa of @ashurst - helping to create a platform to #connect & #empower #businesswomen

Artesian portfolio co. @EvertyAU, building nationwide #EVcharging infrastructure, are hiring a Project & Operations Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at a high growth scaleup at the forefront of Australia’s #energytransition. Apply now: linkedin.com/jobs/view/35882…