Empowering women investors in venture capital.

WinVC (Women in VC) is an Australian non-profit focused on supporting the career trajectory of women investors in venture capital.

Through curated learning experiences and active knowledge-sharing programs, we provide women in venture capital with opportunities to hone their skills, strengthen their networks, and advance their careers - driving progress and fostering a more inclusive future in the industry.

Our Programs

New Joiner Cohorts

Tailored community and support for newcomers to the VC industry.

Skills Based Training

Workshops enhancing negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.

Partner Community

Exclusive forums fostering collaboration among partners.

Deep Dive Sessions

Focused explorations of related topics, from board roles and secondary transactions to AI.

Investment to Exit Workshops

Sessions led by partners on managing deals through their full investment lifecycle.

WinVC x VCWDU
Bi-Annual Breakfast

Fostering connection and collaboration between all women working in venture capital.

Diversity in VC leads to better decision-making and fund performance, driving stronger outcomes for investors, startups, and the broader ecosystem.

Women-founded startups received just 2% or less of VC funding in Europe and the U.S. in 2023, according to PitchBook.

Women-led VC firms raised around 3% of the $107B in global venture funds in 2023, up from 1.9% in 2022 (Venture Capital Journal).

Women-led teams got 0.7% of Australian startup funding in FY22, despite a tenfold increase since FY18 (Deloitte).

Meet the Team

Rhianna Miller
CEO

Ingrid Maes
Co-Founder & NED

Founder & CEO
W23

Andrea Gardiner
Co-Founder & NED

Founder & CEO
Jelix Ventures

Dr Michelle Deaker
Co-Founder & NED

Founding & Managing Partner, OneVentures

  • WinVC was exactly what I needed to build my VC community after returning from living overseas. The community is filled with ambitious, industry-leading professionals, creating a dynamic and inspiring environment. The platform fosters a welcoming, judgment-free space where women can ask questions and access opportunities that are often out of reach elsewhere. It’s a truly exceptional experience for anyone looking to grow in the venture capital space.

    Kyah Bell, First Australians Capital

  • I was fortunate enough to join the WinVC community early on in my journey. The opportunity to connect with women who have redefined roles in venture capital has been both inspiring and motivating. Their dedication to advancing and supporting one another is actively reshaping what’s possible for women in this field.

    Safaa Nasrallah, Stoic VC

  • WinVC is a fantastic initiative making a tangible impact on the next cohort of women investors in Venture Capital. The events are very high quality with impressive speakers and genuinely useful topics. There's a great sense of community, collaboration and joint learning across the group, providing an important forum to ask all types of questions and be met with support and experience.

    Poppy Trewhella, Paloma

  • WinVC is a fantastic community for women in venture capital. Their focus on supporting career growth and fostering connections makes it an invaluable resource for women in the industry. Highly recommended for anyone looking to grow and thrive in VC.

    Stephanie Hamlyn, Partners for Growth

  • Platinum Pacific Partners was fortunate enough to be invited to join WinVC at inception and over that time we have seen the group grow manifold with industry participants of all levels. It is a supportive, inclusive, instructive and fun group, connecting with each other to further individual careers and the industry itself.

    Victoria Biggs, Platinum Pacific Partners

Upcoming Events

  • Presentation & Communications Workshop

    MARCH 2025

    We’re hosting a Presentation & Communications Workshop focusing on presenting for investment committees, storytelling and building a strong narrative with persuasive communication.

    Sign up here

  • Investment to Exit - EVP & SiteMinder

    APRIL 2025

    Les Szekely, Co-founder & Partner at EVP invested in SiteMinder in 2008, becoming the first external shareholder and providing the seed capital for the founders to develop the product and to begin hiring a team.

    Sign up here

  • Fund Managers Roundtable Lunch

    APRIL 2025

    An exclusive, high-level forum designed specifically for partners of venture capital firms, providing a dedicated space to foster meaningful collaboration, share insights, and support the growth and success of both individual firms and the broader investment ecosystem.

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  • WinVC x VCWDU Brekkie | April 2025

    APRIL 2025

    We’re back for 2025, bringing together our communities of women in VC, for a breakfast session in Sydney.

    ​We are running this event every 6 months, to help support connection and collaboration.

    SIGN UP HERE

  • Investment to Exit – reinventure & Flare HR

    MAY 2025

    Danny Gilligan, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at reinventure is joining us to share the investment to exit story of Flare HR.

    ​Flare HR provides a comprehensive cloud-based human resources and employee benefits platform.

    sign up here

Our Partners

Resources

The Resources Hub is a dedicated platform for women aspiring to enter venture capital, current investors, and those making an impact in the industry.

Discover programs, mentorships, and communities designed to support your venture capital journey.

To add, update, or request changes, contact hello@winvc.com.

Become a Member

Join a thriving community shaping the future of venture capital.

Contact Us

Do you have any questions about WinVC or our program? Reach out to hello@winvc.com or complete the form below.