Women's Startup Lab

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Investor type

VC

Founded

2013

AUM

-

Location

Menlo Park, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A Series B

Region of investment

North America Asia

ESG Focus

Women
Investor profile last updated: 29 August, 2026

Profile

Women's Startup Lab is an accelerator focused on empowering female entrepreneurs. Based in Silicon Valley, California, it was founded by Ari Horie, who has a background in entrepreneurship and leadership. The firm emphasizes collaboration and support among women, creating a unique environment that fosters growth and innovation.

The organization invests in women-led startups across various sectors, providing resources and mentorship to help them succeed. They offer programs designed to develop entrepreneurial skills, evaluate business strategies, and prepare for funding opportunities. Women's Startup Lab aims to create a supportive ecosystem for women entrepreneurs, leveraging its network of industry influencers and advisors.

Notable investments include Hito - collaboration platform, HotBitVR - virtual reality solutions, and TWIP - women-focused services. The accelerator is dedicated to making a significant impact on the success of women-led businesses in the startup landscape.

Industry

Financial Services E-commerce/Marketplace Digital Business Services (B2B) Internet and Web Services IT Services Networking Software Technology HealthTech

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FAQs about Women's Startup Lab

Women's Startup Lab is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Series A and Series B, writing tickets of $0-1 m.
Women's Startup Lab is located in Menlo Park, California, United States.
Women's Startup Lab was founded in 2013.
Women's Startup Lab invests in companies and startups in Financial Services, E-commerce/Marketplace, Digital, Business Services (B2B), Internet and Web Services, IT Services, Networking, Software, Technology, HealthTech.
Women's Startup Lab invests in companies and startups in North America, Asia.
Women's Startup Lab invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A, Series B.
Women's Startup Lab usually invests $0-1 m on average.
Women's Startup Lab invests and supports Women startups and founders.
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