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Key people at encourageventures.
encourageventures was founded in 2020 by Alexa Gorman (Co-Founder).
Encourage Ventures operates a dedicated network connecting female investors with female founders, facilitating access to capital and strategic support. The platform curates vital relationships, providing female-led startups with essential industry knowledge, resources, and mentorship. This approach empowers entrepreneurs, addressing funding disparities to help them launch and scale their ventures effectively.
The organization emerged from the insight that female founders face systemic barriers in traditional investment landscapes. While specific founding details are unavailable, Encourage Ventures was established to bridge this gap. It fosters an inclusive entrepreneurial environment, leveraging a collective network to accelerate the progress of women-led businesses.
Encourage Ventures serves female founders seeking investment and guidance, alongside female investors deploying capital into diverse, high-potential businesses. Its mission is to cultivate a more equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem by boosting the success and visibility of women-led companies. The network envisions a future where gender equity in entrepreneurship becomes a sustained reality.
Key people at encourageventures.
encourageventures was founded in 2020 by Alexa Gorman (Co-Founder).
encourageventures has 1 tracked investment across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $930K Seed in ImpactNexus in November 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2025 | ImpactNexus | $930K Seed | — | Vireo Ventures |