Female Founder Connect - International Women's Day 2026
Schedule
Mon Mar 09 2026 at 09:00 am to 04:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
NatWest 250 Bishopsgate | London, EN
About this Event
We don't do fluff, so expect inspiring panel talks with real female founders, expert workshops to help you turn learning into action, and networking opportunities that help you connect, not just swap business cards!
Agenda:
🤝 Panel talk: The power of connection and collaboration
🩵 Workshop with Joy Foster: How to find your value and give to others
đź’¸ Panel talk: Real-life finance stories
đź’° Workshop with NatWest: How to fund your business
🎯 Workshop: Turning talk into action
đź‘‹ Networking opportunities throughout the day, designed to help you make real, lasting connections for your business
Included with your free event ticket:
- Full access to our event, including all workshops and panel talks
- Lunch and refreshments throughout the day
- Online access to free mentoring, masterclasses and more!
A Note on Attendance: We’re proud to offer this event for free, but seats are limited! If your plans change, please let us know at least 7 days in advance. This ensures another founder can take your spot and helps us prevent catering waste.
About the event
We're very pleased to have female founded brands from the Buy Women Built movement taking part in our panel discussions. Buy Women Built is a movement that encourages people to buy from women-built brands and shines a light on some of the amazing female founders in the UK.
Event sponsors
This event is sponsored by BE YELLOW and NatWest.
BE YELLOW is a PR agency that specialises in amplifying the voices of purpose-driven brands through media relations, podcast promotions, speaking opportunities, and partnerships. BE YELLOW was founded by Hayley, who is also a Digital Boost mentor and workshop host, sharing her skills with small business owners for free.
NatWest
The NatWest Accelerator is now more accessible than ever – offering 24/7 support through the NatWest Accelerator app. Attend in-person events, access 12 physical hubs across the UK, and join a community of founders in your city! Search and download “The NatWest Accelerator” App.
Event T&Cs
You can read our event T&Cs here.
Agenda
Panel Talk: The power of connection and collaboration
Host: Thalia Shaw
Info: In this panel, we'll be joined by founders from the Digital Boost community and the Buy Women Built movement ✨
Workshop: How to find your value and give to others
Host: Joy Foster
Info: In this workshop, Joy will show you how to get confident in the value you can bring to your network, and share tips and tricks to ensure you're being intentional about what you want to gain
Panel Talk: Real life finance stories
Host: Grace Fodor
Info: In this panel, we'll be joined by founders from the Digital Boost community and the Buy Women Built movement ✨
Workshop: How to fund your business
Info: In this workshop, NatWest will talk you through the different funding options available to female founders. You'll leave this session empowered with the knowledge and confidence to approach funding your business.
Workshop: Turning talk into action
Info: In this workshop, we're turning talk into action! We're going to be building on the momentum we've created from the day and get you giving and gaining from everyone in the room.
Where is it happening?
NatWest 250 Bishopsgate, 250 Bishopsgate, London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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