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Golden Seeds Looks to Close the Gender Gap in Startup Investments

Golden Seeds Looks to Close the Gender Gap in Startup Investments
Bloomberg Markets Wednesday 01 July 2026, 20:17 UTC 1 min read
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Jul 1st, 2026 Golden Seeds Looks to Close the Gender Gap in Startup Investments Jo Ann Corkran, CEO of Golden Seeds, said that there's been a lot of change in the investment landscape for women entrepreneurs looking for the first buy-in to their companies as Golden Seeds passes $200 million invested in women-led companies. Corkran said that investors are looking for tech companies that could be easily levered, as well as green technology.

Jul 1st, 2026 Golden Seeds Looks to Close the Gender Gap in Startup Investments Jo Ann Corkran, CEO of Golden Seeds, said that there's been a lot of change in the investment landscape for women entrepreneurs looking for the first buy-in to their companies as Golden Seeds passes $200 million invested in women-led companies. Corkran said that investors are looking for tech companies that could be easily levered, as well as green technology. [Image text:] Bloomberg Businessweek Daily Jo Ann Corkran Golden Seeds Co-CEO&Managing Partner Golden Seeds Co-CEO on Investment Landscape
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