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Raise the Bar 2027
Raise a glass together, and raise the standard for how women founders get backed.
Who it's for
For the women building what's next
Ayana is returning to SXSW, and this day is built for women founders and the people ready to back them. Whether you're raising, scaling, or investing, you'll find a room where founders take center stage and the conversations go well past small talk. Come ready to meet people who mean business.
Past Austin events, shown for scale. Venue to be announced.
What to expect
A day built to move founders forward
- Panels on access to capital and how to scale
- Founder showcases with women at center stage
- Curated introductions to people who can help you grow
Full program details are coming soon.
Partner with us
Help raise the bar
We're looking for partners and sponsors who believe women founders deserve better access to capital and to each other. Partnering with Ayana at SXSW puts your brand alongside founders building with real ambition, in a room designed for meaningful connections. Let's talk about what we can build together.
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Raise the bar with us. Sunday, March 14, 2027 · Austin, TX
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