For early-stage startups disrupting their industry and pushing the boundaries of innovation.
What We’re Looking For
Disruptive innovation
Early traction and impact
Strong founding team with women in leadership
Who Should Apply
Early-stage startups with less than $5 million USD in funding and under 5 years in business
Must have a woman on the founding team
Product or service disrupting their industry
Innovation in one of the following: Real Estate & Proptech, Healthcare & Biotech, Finance & Fintech, Emerging Tech (AI/Meta/Web3), Sustainability & Climate Tech, Reproductive Health & Femtech, Social Innovation, Retail & Commerce
Application Questions
Most answers have a 300-500 word maximum limit.
Startup Overview
Describe your company and its unique value proposition.
What product or service does your startup offer?
What problem are you solving, and for whom?
Innovation & Disruption
Showcase your startup’s innovative edge.
How is your solution innovative or disruptive in your industry?
What makes your approach unique?
Traction & Results
Provide evidence of your startup’s progress and impact.
What traction or results have you achieved to date?
Share key milestones, metrics, or recognition.
Team & Leadership
Highlight the role of women in your founding team.
Who are the founders, and what is the role of women on your team?
How does your team’s composition contribute to your success?
Future Plans
Describe your vision for growth and impact.
What are your plans for scaling and increasing impact?
Why does your startup deserve to be recognized as a WIN Award recipient?
Additional Information
Any other details or supporting documents.
Application Fees
There is a $249 application fee for each submission, with $99 early bird application fees available for a limited time. Applications are completed once payment is received via our payment platform, Stripe. If you need help affording a submission, reach out to our team to inquire about subsidized submissions.
Have questions?
If you have questions about this category or the application process, please refer to the FAQs on the Awards page, or contact the WIN team at awards@womenininnovation.co.
