TiE Women’s Program 2026

About

A competition designed for female-founded startups, offering equity-free cash prizes, mentorship from successful entrepreneurs, and access to a global network of investors and participants. This program aims to empower women entrepreneurs by providing them with the resources and exposure needed to grow their businesses and connect with like-minded individuals. Participants will engage in mentoring sessions, pitch competitions, and learning events, culminating in a global pitch competition for finalists.

Benefits

• 💰Equity-Free Cash Prizes
  Up to $50,000 in equity-free cash prizes
• 🎓Mentoring Program
  Mentoring by successful entrepreneurs
• 🌐Investor Access
  Access to investors from around the world
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Networking with global participants and TiE members
• 🌍Global Showcase
  A global platform to showcase your startup
• 📚Learning Sessions
  Access to learning sessions and events.

Eligibility Criteria

• Female-founded or co-founded startups only
• Female co-founder(s) must hold minimum 33% equity
• Companies in business for less than 7 years (registered after Jan 1, 2019)
• Preference given to startups actively raising funds. Idea-stage startups do not qualify.

Participation Commitments

• Applications open on March 8, 2026
• Applications close on June 15, 2026
• Participation in chapter-level mentoring sessions and regional pitch competitions
• Finalists must participate in the global pitch competition in December 2026.

Target Region

Global

Target Sector

All sectors