
The All Raise VC Summit successfully launched its first day, characterized by "Storytelling. Insight. Real connection," as announced by the organization on social media. The event, designed to empower women and non-binary individuals within the venture capital ecosystem, convened leading figures for networking and strategic discussions, laying the groundwork for future industry advancements.
All Raise, established in 2017, operates as a non-profit movement committed to fostering a more inclusive and diverse tech landscape. Its core mission is to accelerate the success of female and non-binary founders and funders by providing access, guidance, and robust support for their professional growth in venture capital. The annual VC Summit serves as a pivotal gathering for active female and non-binary investors to connect, exchange deal flow, and draw inspiration.
The summit featured prominent attendees, including Elisa Schreiber, Chief Marketing Officer at Felicis, a notable venture capital firm, and an advisor to All Raise. Also participating was Emily Chang, the distinguished journalist and former anchor of Bloomberg Technology, recognized for her in-depth reporting on the tech industry and her book, "Brotopia: Breaking Up the Boys' Club of Silicon Valley." Nairi Hourdaj, a Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners, contributed her expertise in early-stage enterprise software, AI/ML, and data infrastructure investments.
Day one of the summit fostered an environment where "Old friends reunited & new ones made," underscoring the event's crucial role in community building. Participants engaged in productive exchanges, setting a collaborative tone for the subsequent days. The organization indicated that the agenda for the following day would feature "keynotes, breakouts, & the future of venture," promising further exploration of emerging trends and strategic insights shaping the venture capital world.