Description

• Seed Stage: WCC primarily focuses on seed-stage investments in early-stage technology companies.
• Growth Potential: They look for companies that can reach $10M–$20M in 3–5 years and have a clear exit strategy. 
• Method: Entrepreneurs interested in funding should contact Kelly Sievers, the Managing Director, via phone or email to set up an initial consultation.
• No NDA: Neither WCC nor its members sign non-disclosure or confidentiality agreements for initial proposals.
• Consultation: They offer free consultations to assess a founder's readiness for raising equity capital.

Eligibility

• Founder Profile: Companies should have a woman CEO or a woman in a C-level position with significant equity.
• Business Model: Must address an unmet need, have market traction, and demonstrate high growth potential.
• Investor Criteria: All investors in the network are accredited investors. 

Process

1. Initial Review: A pre-screening team reviews the initial proposal.
2. Screening Committee: Based on the initial review, the entrepreneur may be invited to make a 15-minute presentation to the Screening Committee, followed by a Q&A.
3. Member Meeting: If approved by the committee, the entrepreneur presents to the full WCC membership at a subsequent meeting.
4. Due Diligence: If sufficient interest is generated, a due diligence process is initiated.
5. Investment & Closing: Interested members invest individually in the company using "standard" financing terms, often through convertible notes or preferred stock. 

What an Applicant can Obtain

• Strategic Capital: Access to angel funding from a regional network dedicated to supporting women-led ventures.
• Expert Mentorship: Post-investment, WCC members provide hands-on assistance with customer acquisition, organizational structure, financial strategy, and identifying board members.
• Network Access: Introductions to community mentoring programs, educational resources, and other investor networks and funds throughout the U.S.
• Educational Programs: Access to a four-part series called "Making Sense of Capital: Demystifying Angel Investment," which covers essential knowledge about the investment process for both entrepreneurs and investors.