Founding is hard, brutal, and still so worth it.

This program is built for female entrepreneurs, who want authentic connections and trusted knowledge from international experts.

No surface-level advice, no fluff. Just honest feedback, practical tools, and a network which opens doors.

4 weeks digital
Across four weeks, expect 1 session a day packed with expert insights, networking, and hands-on learning. You’ll join a mix of formats, from office hours to AMAs, delivered by our trusted partners and coaches. Every session is designed to equip you with practical tools and fresh perspectives.

1 day in-person event
At the in-person summit, we bring together investors, corporates, startups, and ecosystem builders who believe in the power of backing more female-led innovation. Expect an interactive agenda with fresh formats, sharp insights, inspiring founder moments, and real connections.

And maybe the most powerful part: The cohort and community itself.

Full 4-week program + in-person summiT €500 excl. VAT

THE PROGRAM

who it is made for

The Female Founders Bootcamp is a 4-week hybrid accelerator for early-stage, tech-enabled startups led by women who want to grow their business, grow their network, and get investment-ready. Through expert-led online sessions and a 1-day in-person summit in Europe, you’ll work on the areas that matter most at this stage: investment readiness, business fundamentals, leadership, mental wellbeing, and strategic connections. Built to help you move from “figuring it out” to building with clarity, confidence, and the right people around you.

what you will walk away with

4 weeks of hands-on support:
‍20+ expert sessions covering investment readiness, business skills, leadership, and founder wellbeing.

A 1-day in-person summit:
‍Meet fellow founders, experts, mentors, and ecosystem partners in real life.

Direct access to experts:
‍1:1 sessions, matchmaking, and practical feedback from people who understand early-stage growth.

Investor access & pitching:
‍Build your confidence, refine your story, and connect with investors who want to meet women-led startups.

Join the Next Cohort

Choose how you
want to be part
of the FFB

As a founder

Build your venture with practical tools

Get the investment & market know-how

Learn from experts who have been there

Join a trusted circle of female founders

Who IT's for?

For early-stage female-led tech startups from pre-seed to Series A who are validating, fundraising, growing, or looking for the right support system. This is for founders who want honest feedback, practical guidance, and a community that understands the real work of building.

Apply for the program

As a speaker

Share your expertise with ambitious founders

Bring real-world tools, not textbook theory

Support founders through honest conversations

Join a trusted expert network

Who IT's for?

For operators, experts, mentors, and industry leaders who want to give female founders more. Our founders need people who can open up the black box around sales & GTM, finance, fundraising, leadership, product, legal, marketing, and everything in between. If you care about helping women build stronger ventures, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply as a speaker

As an investor or corporate

Meet high-potential female-led startups early

Support founders with access & insight

Build relationships beyond one-off networking

Help close the funding and visibility gap

Who IT's for?

For investors, corporates, and ecosystem partners who want to support women founders in a tangible, long-term way. Whether you want to meet promising startups, share expertise, or strengthen your commitment to diversity in entrepreneurship, this is where meaningful relationships begin.

Become a partner
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Become a partner

THE FOUNDERS

What founders say after FFB

Real experiences from the founders and speakers who’ve been part of the Female Founders Bootcamp.

"Can I get a memory wipe so I can do the FF bootcamp all over again? Because wow. I didn’t just learn like crazy, I became a version of myself I didn’t think existed. Life-changing, no exaggeration. I met founders, investors, and people I want in my corner for years. And somehow it builds this rare cozy ecosystem where everyone’s only goal is to watch each other win.”

Ana Inés Urrutia

Founder & CEO of AInes HR

"The program stood out because it went far beyond high-level entrepreneurship advice. It provided practical frameworks, proven methodologies, and concrete tools that I could immediately apply to my startup. Combined with sessions led by experienced founders, investors, and public funding experts, it gave me a structured foundation for turning ideas into execution."

Katrin Poreba

Co-Founder of Cleala

"Getting high-class insights into investor targeting, pitch deck preparation, marketing advice and mental health, combined with honest exchanges within the cohort and a lot of support from everyone, gave me more than I ever expected a bootcamp could give me."

Kathrin Kronberger

Co-Founder of EnFera

"Having near 1:1 access to VCs & business angels like Hansi Hansmann is an opportunity you just don't get every day. That session alone reshaped how I think about fundraising and continue growing my business."

Lisa Katzenschlager

Co-founder of cdot

"The right pitch is key, but so is understanding your financials and telling your story right. FFB connected all the dots."

Caroline Schober

Founder of Newworn

FAQ

Common
questions

Is participation mandatory for all sessions and what happens if I can’t attend one of the sessions live?

All sessions will be recorded, so you can catch up afterwards. That said, live attendance is strongly encouraged to get the full value of the program, especially for interactive and peer-based sessions.

Will I receive a certificate?

If you would like to receive a certificate, we can issue one, provided you have attended at least 90% of the sessions. The certificate will acknowledge your participation and the knowledge and skills gained during the Bootcamp.

How do we network with other participants?

We host Networking Sessions and provide access to our matchmaking tool, Conversation Starter. You can book 1:1 video calls with other founders, connect during dedicated networking slots, and exchange contact details to continue conversations outside the platform.

What’s the plan for the Summit?

The in-person Summit takes place on the 10th of November 2026 in Berlin and marks the program’s finale. You’ll meet your cohort, trainers, and partners in person and take part in founder-focused sessions, investor pitching, office hours, partner-led workshops, and networking. The detailed agenda will be shared closer to the date.

Will I meet investors?

Yes. Investors will be present during the digital bootcamp and at the in-person Summit in Berlin. If you are unable to attend in person, you can still connect with investors via Conversation Starter.

Is the €500 participation fee refundable?

The participation fee of €500 (and the €100 add-founder fee) is non-refundable.
You can download your receipt directly from Luma by following these instructions. If that is not possible reach out to finance@female-founders.org, and we’ll provide an invoice.

We walk the talk. From expert sessions to investor meetings.
‍
The Female Founders Bootcamp.

THE PROGRAM

Choose how you
want to be part
of the FFB

What founders say after FFB

Common
questions

Let's build the next wave together.

We walk the talk. From expert sessions to investor meetings.‍The Female Founders Bootcamp.

THE PROGRAM

Choose how you want to be part of the FFB

What founders say after FFB

Common questions

Let's build the next wave together.

We walk the talk. From expert sessions to investor meetings.
‍
The Female Founders Bootcamp.

Choose how you
want to be part
of the FFB

Common
questions