Source: TechCrunch
Summary
Capital F, an all-female-led venture capital firm, closed its first fund with $17 million. The firm focuses on the “female economy,” targeting markets where women drive demand. According to co-founder Margaret Coblentz, the firm’s investments fall into three categories: women’s health, personal care, and family finance. The fund aims to support startups in these sectors. The announcement was made on Wednesday.
Our Reading
The launch follows a familiar script.
Capital F says it’s building a fund for the “female economy.”
They’re investing in women’s health, personal care, and family finance.
They’ve raised $17 million for their debut fund.
It’s all-female-led, which is nice, but not exactly new.
Original observation: It’s not the first fund for women, but it’s the first one that feels like a rebrand of the same old thing.
Author: Evan Null
