We believe that more women check writers will translate to more women entrepreneurs getting funded and ultimately, to a more equitable dispersion of opportunity and intergenerational wealth creation across our communities.

Whether you are a seasoned angel investor willing to share your experiences or you are just dipping your toe in the water, we welcome you to join us for this discussion.

Speakers will include:

• Cheryl Beninga, Co-founder of Fourthwave and Wai’ Mahala Ventures
• Monique Brown, Co-founder of the Growth Factory
• Deborah Simpson, Sacramento Angel
• Janine Yancey, Founder of Emtrain
• Camille Richman, Founder of Hamama

Agenda:

• 8:30am – Continental Breakfast & Connection time
• 9:00am – Interactive Discussion & Q&A
• 9:30am – Additional connection time
• 10:00am – Wrap

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About NAWBO

The Sacramento Valley chapter of NAWBO was chartered in 1987. Our Chapter is the region’s premier organization and voice for women business owners and is affiliated with a number of the area’s business and community organizations.

About Fourthwave

FourthWave is an accelerator for women-led technology businesses. Our inaugural Sacramento program launched in 2017, and in 2020 we stepped into a strategic partnership with the esteemed Carlsen Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Sacramento State. FourthWave is committed to changing the narrative around gender equity, and we believe a core part of the story is seen through an economic lens. We envision a world where women-identified founders receive 50% of investor funds.

About The Growth Factory

The Growth Factory is a startup accelerator with an accompanying venture fund creating a "Backyard Advantage" by rallying the corporate, civic, and community leaders of Sacramento in support of local founders who are building world-class innovative companies solving critical challenges right here in our region.