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Women With Balls: how can Britain back women-led businesses?
Apr 26, 2024
Anneliese Dodds MP, Jo Overton, and Eccie Newton discuss the rise of young female entrepreneurship and the challenges they face in securing funding. They explore the barriers, lack of clarity in finance options, and the need for support and empowerment. The podcast also delves into the entrepreneurial journey in the food industry, fundraising for startups, and empowering women through funding and representation.
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- Female entrepreneurship is on the rise, with 17,500 businesses led by women aged 16-25 in two years.
- Access to finance remains a challenge for female entrepreneurs, hindering business growth and scalability.
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The Rise of Young Female Entrepreneurs
Young female entrepreneurship has seen a significant increase with 17,500 businesses led by women aged 16 to 25, a 22-fold rise in two years. In the UK, 20% of businesses are female-led, spanning diverse industries like neuroscience consultancy, beauty products, dairy farming, and fitness. Despite this growth, female entrepreneurs still face challenges in accessing finance and navigating barriers like childcare and lack of flexibility.
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