Nasdaq (Nasdaq:NDAQ) announced today their support for WFFConnect as a global gold sponsor and education partner. WFFConnect has launched a new community connecting women founders with the global investment community. In addition to the introduction of their proprietary CONNECTIONS tool, WFFConnect provides education and resources women founders need to grow successful companies.
“Entrepreneurship is at the heart of Nasdaq’s brand and we are committed to supporting all entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey,” said Stacie Swanstrom, Executive Vice President, Corporate Solutions at Nasdaq. “We look forward to our partnership with WFFConnect as they provide women founders with training, networking opportunities and connections to the global investment community.”
Following a successful launch event earlier in January, featuring Ms. Elisse Walter, former Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), current Board Member of Occidental Petroleum Corporation and the Financial Industry Regulatory Agency (FINRA), WFFConnect is now providing connections and hosting events for thousands of entrepreneurs and investment professionals worldwide.
“Women entrepreneurs are growing exponentially, yet statistically do not receive the funding they need to take their ventures to the next level; WFFConnect aims to change that.” WFFConnect Founder and CEO, Carine Schneider said. “With our proprietary tools, educational resources and events, we are focused to arm our founders with an arsenal of information and connections to help those who deserve successful funding.”
Other sponsors of WFFConnect include KPMG, Duane Morris LLP, Brown Brothers Harriman, Accretive Solutions, Albright Stonebridge Group, Fidelity Charitable, Orrick LLP, Foley Hoag LLP and Silicon Valley Finance Group (SVFG).
