Where Founders & Funders Connect to Change the Game
Stella Foundation is leading the charge to close the funding gap for women entrepreneurs by creating powerful, action-driven events that connect female founders, investors, and ecosystem partners. From high-energy pitch competitions to national summits and intimate investor-founder networking, Stella’s conferences and events are where real deals happen
Speak at a Stella Event
We’re always looking for bold voices, big ideas, and powerful perspectives to take the mic at Stella Foundation events.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur with real-world lessons to share, an investor on a mission to fund more women, or a leader reshaping your industry, Stella offers the stage—and the audience—to amplify your message. Events may range from curated 20-person roundtables to multi-day conferences with hundreds in attendance.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome speaker applications from individuals with diverse experiences and proven impact. You might be:
Opportunities Include:
Important Note: These are not paid speaking opportunities. Stella events are mission-driven and community-powered, designed to create visibility and spark meaningful connections between founders, funders, and ecosystem leaders.
Selection Process: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to high demand, we may not be able to respond to all submissions, but we keep strong applications on file for future consideration.
Women’s Venture Summit (WVS) – The Flagship Event for Women’s Investment & Innovation
September 23-25, 2025 | San Diego, CA
Women’s Venture Summit (WVS) is the ultimate gathering of female founders and funders. Now in its 12th year, WVS has facilitated over $200 million in funding for women-led startups and continues to be a driving force in diversifying venture capital.
Women’s Fast Pitch – Where the Best Women Founders Pitch for Capital
May 1-30, 2025 | Virtual & In-Person Finals at WVS
Women’s Fast Pitch is Stella’s premier pitch competition, designed to give early-stage female founders access to investors, funding, and national exposure. The competition spans five regions and culminates in a live national finale at Women’s Venture Summit.
The Oxytocin Tour – Bringing Women’s Venture to Cities Nationwide
Year-Round Events in Major Startup Hubs
The Oxytocin Tour is Stella’s traveling event series that amplifies women-led ventures and investment opportunities by partnering with regional startup ecosystems and hosting interactive networking & education sessions.
Where We’re Headed in 2025:
Elevate Women’s Business Summit – Local Impact, National Reach
Rochester, NY | Expanding to New Cities in 2025
Elevate is a one-day conference designed to empower female founders, investors, and community partners by providing access to world-class education, networking, and funding opportunities.
Why Attend Elevate?
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