About us

Supporting female founders since 2014

We are dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to create lasting change, driving a more inclusive and equitable world.

Our mission is to empower
30 000 women by 2030

We are driven by the unwavering belief that women possess immense potential to create waves of change in the world as entrepreneurs. We are committed, wholeheartedly and unconditionally, to uplifting women from all walks of life and equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to forge their own paths.

Supporting women entrepreneurs is paramount in our pursuit of a more equitable and inclusive world. By championing their ventures, we unlock immense potential and create a ripple effect that extends far beyond individual accomplishments.

Why we do it?

invest in a woman and you invest in generations

Empowering women is a vital step towards uplifting entire communities. When we provide support to women entrepreneurs, we unleash a domino effect of positive change by generating employment opportunities, driving economic growth, and contributing to local development. It’s a fact that by helping women, we help everyone. Here are some key facts.

Economic Prosperity

The impact of women entrepreneurs on our economy cannot be overstated. Their passion and dedication to starting and growing businesses not only creates jobs and fosters innovation, but also drives economic growth. By supporting and investing in women entrepreneurs, we can unlock their full potential, leading to even greater economic prosperity for all.

Innovation and Diversity

Diversity is the key to unlocking innovation. As a society, we must support women entrepreneurs, as they bring a wealth of unique perspectives to the table. By doing so, we can tap into a vast reservoir of creativity and problem-solving abilities, leading to a brighter and more prosperous future for all.

Job Creation

Empowering women to lead businesses can have a significant impact on reducing unemployment rates and fostering the growth of dynamic and sustainable local economies. By supporting women entrepreneurs, we can unlock new employment opportunities, drive innovation, and build stronger communities.

Gender Equality

Investing in women entrepreneurs is a vital step towards achieving true gender equality. By supporting them, we can break down societal barriers and challenge traditional gender norms that have held women back for far too long. This not only empowers women to participate more fully in economic activities but also creates a ripple effect of positive change that benefits entire society.

Community Development

Empowered women entrepreneurs are a driving force behind the development and well-being of their communities. By investing in local initiatives, charities, and community projects, they contribute to the growth of their communities. As a result, their efforts create a ripple effect of positive change that benefits everyone.

Role Modeling

Inspirational women entrepreneurs are paving the way for future generations. They are breaking down gender stereotypes and proving that success knows no gender. As role models, their achievements are powerful tools that inspire other women and young girls to carve out their own entrepreneurial paths.

Financial Inclusion

Supporting women entrepreneurs is a vital step towards achieving financial inclusion. By providing them with access to resources, capital, and markets, we can empower women economically, and this will immensely contribute to reducing poverty and inequality. Let’s join hands to support women entrepreneurs and create a better and more equal world.

Our story

After leaving an unfulfilling job, our founder Val Racheeva came to Berlin in search of a new career opportunity that could make a positive impact on people’s lives. She started attending entrepreneurship events and quickly noticed the lack of women in the room. Despite meeting many brilliant women with startup ideas, they were holding themselves back due to a lack of support.

To address this issue, Val Racheeva began organizing meetings where women could come together to share their ideas, support each other, find co-founders, and learn from female role models. She recognized an opportunity to use her experience, and leadership skills and apply her values to contribute to positive change. As more women joined these meetings, the idea of Female Founder Space was born in 2014.

Since then, Female Founder Space has organized over 300 events, including workshops, webinars, networking, and co-working days in 13 European cities across 9 countries. These events and workshops have helped catalyze a new chapter in the entrepreneurial journeys of over 15,000 women.

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Women about us

Empowering Testimonials: Hear what women are saying about us. Dive into the empowering experiences shared by female entrepreneurs within our vibrant community.

The event hosted by "Female Founder Space" opened my eyes! For the first time in my life there were people understanding me and what I am looking for. Thanks to "Female Founder Space" I started living my dream and working on my entrepreneurial career.

I have visited many “Female Founder Space” events, where I got many practical tips to starting the business, as well as techniques for shifting the mindset, which is so important for becoming an entrepreneur. I have explored many ideas and was able to create my own business.

When I attended the first workshop, I was overwhelmed by the priceless value I got there. Not only was I able to connect with many inspiring women but also received actionable advice on how to make my life vision come true. It is exactly that support network every woman who wants to make a difference should join!Everything else happened after this event, both Stefanie Kneisz and the commit!Community. I am so grateful that I made the decision to go for the Female Founder Space Event. Besides, I still have friends from this event.

I was very touched by the positive energy and the vibrant spirit created. It is not only amazing to see that more and more female entrepreneurs are excelling in their fields but also to participate myself in this challenging but rewarding process.