Supporting Women Entrepreneurs to Scale
Vancouver, British Columbia – W Venture is excited to announce the launch of its new program, W Venture Growth, designed to help women-led tech businesses grow quickly and sustainably. This year-long program, starting September 23, 2024, will provide women entrepreneurs with access to valuable resources, mentorship, and a supportive community. W Venture Growth is made possible by funding from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP).
W Venture Growth recognizes the underrepresentation of women in the tech sector and aims to make a change by offering tailored support to 20 promising women-led businesses across British Columbia. While more women are starting businesses, only 17% of SMEs in Canada are owned by women, and only one in five scale-ups are led by women. W Venture Growth is committed to addressing this imbalance.
The program is designed to accelerate growth through high-impact Growth Pods that focus on strategic expansion and innovation. Participants will receive direct, actionable guidance from experienced CEOs, Monthly Accountability Groups will keep ventures on track, and quarterly CEO-led strategy sessions will focus on key priorities and market strategies. Leadership Long Tables will offer a platform for sharing knowledge and professional development.
“We are thrilled to launch W Venture Growth and make a real difference for women-led tech businesses in BC,” said Shelley Voyer, Managing Partner at W Venture. “Our program is specifically designed to provide the resources, mentorship, and community support these ventures need to succeed and make a global impact.”
Alumna Dr. Karolina Valente of VoxCell highlights the program’s impact: “W Venture’s guidance was crucial for VoxCell. Throughout the program, I benefited from tailored advice and resources specifically aligned with our business model. Additionally, the program featured exceptional mentors who demonstrated a deep understanding of the start-up landscape. The customized mentorship and strategic support provided were exactly what we needed to advance our business.”
W Venture Growth is more than just an accelerator or a program; it’s a commitment to creating a strong ecosystem of women-led businesses ready to make a global impact. By focusing on leadership development, practical revenue growth strategies, networking, and accountability, W Venture Growth is poised to drive significant growth and competitiveness in women-led businesses.
Women-led tech ventures across BC are invited to apply for this transformative program. For more information and to apply, visit or contact us at hello@wventure.studio.
About WVenture Entrepreneurial Society
WVenture Entrepreneurial Society is a Venture Studio dedicated to empowering and advancing women entrepreneurs through programs, education, and community. Founded in November 2023, the non-profit society is led by Managing Partners Shelley Voyer and Joanna Buczkowska-McCumber, who bring decades of experience in entrepreneurship, sustainability, and strategic growth.
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