

Conference Roundtables at Truman Brewery's Half Press Room (Table 3)
June 3, 2026, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
A Female Founder's Guide to Getting Angel Investment
Less than 2% of UK venture capital goes to female founders, and The Rise Report of Female Entrepreneurship found that 45% say funding is their biggest challenge.
Join Female Founders Rise Show cohosts Emmie Faust, exited founder and angel investor in 30+ female-led businesses, and Mae Yip, a founder who has raised over £1 million including angel investment, for a candid conversation on what's actually working when approaching angels, how to find them, how to work out what's right for you, and the lessons we've learnt along the way.
Whether you're curious about angel investment, preparing for your first raise, or stuck mid-round, come ready to share and leave with actionable insights.
Come prepared:
- What feels like the biggest unknown or blocker in your fundraising journey right now, and what would help you move past it?
- Do you know what makes a business "investable" versus a good business that isn't right for investment, and which one is yours?
- How are you currently finding and reaching angel investors, and is it working?