2022 Report:
The State of Women in the Future of Food
An industry report focused on women founders in food technology
In December 2022, VWS surveyed 120 women founders in the food technology industry across six continents. The results highlight the experiences, challenges, and opportunities for women innovators.
2 in 5
women of color reported experiencing harassment or discrimination as a founder.
69%
of founders who have experienced harassment or discrimination cited investors as the source.
4 in 5
founders ended a business relationship as a result of the harassment or discrimination.
TOPICS ADDRESSED IN THE REPORT: MISSION, DRIVE, AND UNITED NATIONS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS | INDUSTRY CHALLENGES | THE GENDER GAP | MOST COMMONLY CITED BIASES IN FUNDRAISING | FUNDRAISING GOALS | PERSONAL CHALLENGES
