Empowerment Takes Center Stage

Rhode Island Debut Screening of “Show Her the Money”

Providence, RI, June 26, 2024 — Did you know that Startups founded solely by women currently receive less than 2% of available venture funding in the US? To shed light on the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs and celebrate their resilience, New England Female Founders (NEFF) invites you to join us on July 22, 2024 for an evening of empowerment, connections, and conversation including the Rhode Island debut screening of the groundbreaking documentary “Show Her the Money“.

The event will take place at the Jane Pickens Theater, 49 Touro St, Newport, RI 02840 on Monday, July 22, 2024, from 6PM – 9PM. 

Following the film, there will be a panel discussion featuring Allison Byers, CEO & Founder of Scroobius, La Keisha Landrum Pierre, Managing Partner at Emmeline Ventures, Melissa Sherman, CEO of MOBILion Systems Inc., Shruti Shah, Partner at Symphonic Capital and Tom Sperry, Managing Partner at Rogue Venture Partners & Managing Director at Rogue Women’s Fund.

An Evening of Inspiration:

The Rhode Island debut of “Show Her the Money” promises to be an evening of empowerment, as NEFF brings together a community of passionate and driven individuals committed to fostering a supportive ecosystem for female entrepreneurs. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals, engage in thought-provoking panel conversation, and be inspired by the stories of women who are making a significant impact in the business world.

About the Documentary:

“Show Her the Money” is an inspiring documentary that sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of female entrepreneurs. The film follows four visionary founders as they endure uphill battles while turning their ideas into reality. Despite the challenges they face, these women use their determination and passion to become even more resourceful and resilient, with the financial support and mentorship of their investors. Featuring rock-star female investors who invest in diverse women entrepreneurs building innovations that will change the world, Show Her The Money reminds us that money is power, and to achieve true equality, investing in women is imperative.

Sponsors of this event include Rogue Venture Partners and Rogue Women’s Fund, that specializes in backing female CEOs and founders as well as Bank Newport a community bank that believes by helping individuals and businesses to succeed financially, the whole community thrives. For more information and to purchase tickets, register online at: Show Her the Money RI Debut Screening RSVP

About New England Female Founders and those that support us
NEFF is a networking community and advocacy group created by RIHub to support the founders of high-growth women-led businesses across the New England region. NEFF exists to help female entrepreneurs connect, explore, and advocate for our future. We welcome all to our events and join our community. NEFF does not discriminate based on gender or gender identity and welcomes participation from all people who are passionate about supporting women entrepreneurs. By fostering a collaborative environment, NEFF aims to break down barriers and create a more inclusive and equitable business landscape.

About RIHub

RIHub serves as the pivotal regional nexus for innovation across Rhode Island and neighboring communities. Functioning as an innovation catalyst, this hub equips founders of high-potential growth startups with essential tools and support to establish and expand their ventures. Serving as the driving force of the ecosystem, RIHub offers a spectrum of initiatives encompassing programs, mentorship, business planning, investor connections, and access to an extensive network and corporate liaisons for startups in their early and mid-stages. Central to its mission is the orchestration of collaboration among key stakeholders in the region, including corporations, universities, government bodies, investors, entrepreneurs, and other prominent innovation-driven entities. RIHub is committed to nurturing the aspirations of innovators and facilitating the realization of successful startup enterprises by paving the commercial pathway for them to originate, thrive, and scale within the region.

Contact:
New England Female Founders (NEFF)
Melissa Bowley
melissa@flourishcommunitycare.com

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Annette Tonti
atonti@rihub.org

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