Of the millions of new mothers in the U.S. every year, about 70% struggle with mental health, but only 15% get the care that they need. In fact, maternal mental health conditions result in $9.5 billion of additional health expenditures for mothers and babies, and maternal mental health conditions have the highest medical and nonmedical … more
The number of women-owned businesses is at an incredible all-time high in the U.S. According to statistics, there are 11.6 million firms established by women, employing close to 9 million people and generating $1.7 trillion in sales. Unfortunately, women aren’t nearly gaining as much funding for their businesses as men. And in the startup world, … more
We at Beta Boom are thrilled to announce our recent investment in HerHeadquarters, which enables women-led small businesses to grow through partnerships with other small businesses and bigger brands nationwide! There are over 11 million women-owned small businesses in the U.S. that generate $1.7 trillion in sales, according to the National Association of Women Business … more
The femtech sector is finally having its moment, offering a broad range of innovations to improve women’s well-being. There are many reasons behind the boom. Many female issues once seen as taboo are now widely talked about, making them more marketable. There’s also the recognition of women’s health as an issue affecting everyone. As Thang … more
Traditionally, venture capital has been largely inaccessible to women and people of color. Black and Latinx founders accounted for less than 4% of venture capital deals in 2019, and women received just 2.3% of available funding in 2020. Despite these historical trends, many venture capital groups today actively seek diversity in their investments. Here’s a … more
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