Introducing GENDEX 💜
An innovative pan- European index for more efficient & transparent diversity tracking. Because what gets measured gets done. 🔥
Hi there 👋🏾,
The moment we've all been waiting for has arrived—GENDEX is here. 🥁
Our mission? 🌟To be the B Corp for Diversity. GENDEX tracks progress transparently but also champions diversity and inclusion across the European innovation ecosystem.
With the backing of the European Commission, and in partnership with Founderland spearheading communications, IDC collecting relevant data, and BluSpecs developing transparent methodology – GENDEX is a movement poised to revolutionise the innovation ecosystem.
Why, you ask? Because, what gets measured gets done. 🔥
But GENDEX isn't just about numbers and metrics—it's about challenging the status quo, disrupting the old boys' club, and paving the way for a more inclusive future.
We will challenge conventions, spark conversations, and drive meaningful change. 🙌🏾
Whether you're a visionary founder, a savvy investor, or a policymaker with a mission, we aim to serve you with the tea to supercharge your impact. 🫖
Now let’s jump in 🪄
– Sophie Webber, Communications Lead at Founderland
It only takes a quick glance at the current state of things to understand why we need GENDEX…
🥀 Women and diverse founders face bias from investors when raising. Last year in Europe, all-women founding teams raised only 3% of all dollars invested, versus 15% for mixed gender teams and 82% for all men-founded teams.
🥀 On the investor front, things are not promising. Last year saw a great exodus of women investors, frustrated by the glass ceiling in the male-dominated industry. It comes as no surprise that only 15% of European VC fund partners are women.
🥀 Zooming out from startups to the wider European innovation landscape, the 2021 GDI index highlighted that only 30% of all European leadership positions are held by women.
🥀A recent survey on Berlin salary trends revealed a 15% pay gap between men and women, with men earning on average €80K annually vs €68K for women. Elsewhere, in the UK the best-funded tech firms have a wider than average gender pay gap than the national average.
Imagine a world where…
🌹Women founders raise equal capital to male founders in all industries, including femtech.
🌹Women earn their worth and break the glass ceiling of the pay gap, leaving no room for inequality.
🌹Women not only lead fearlessly but also thrive, whether they choose to balance family or focus solely on their professional journey.
🌹Diverse talent isn't just recognised; it's celebrated and empowered, regardless of background or circumstance.
How we’re going to get there with GENDEX 🔥
Think of GENDEX like the B Corp for diversity in European innovation. The index we’re building aims to bridge data gaps, enhancing access to diverse talent, for evidence-based decision-making and a more inclusive ecosystem. 🚀
Want to partner with GENDEX? 🤝
Join Founderland, IDC, BluSpecs, TechBBQ, The Next Web, BNVC, Sifted Summit and many more to be featured to our global community of founders, investors, tech enthusiasts, and policymakers dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and innovation.
🌍 Key Conferences we’re attending this year
Here are some of the events we’re going to this year. Mark your calendars and keep an eye out for exclusive discounts in coming issues. Let us know if you’re going to any, we’d love to meet! 💜
20 x 30 Summit | 🗓️ May 16th | 📍Madrid, Spain
TOA Berlin | 🗓️ June 4-7th | 📍Berlin, Germany
TNW Conference | 🗓️ June 20th-21st | 📍Amsterdam, Netherlands
TechBBQ | 🗓️ September 11th - 13th | 📍Copenhagen, Denmark
Bits & Pretzels | 🗓️ September 29th - October 1st | 📍Münich, Germany
Sifted Summit | 🗓️ October 2nd - 4th | 📍London, United Kingdom
WVC: E Summit | 🗓️ October 7th - 8th | 📍Paris, France
Web Summit | 🗓️ November 11th - 14th | 📍Lisbon, Portugal
GENDEX Partner: GTA Black Women in Tech
Ready to elevate your tech game? Join GTA Black Women in Tech for the launch of their Germany chapter on April 25th at AWS offices. Be part of an empowering 2-day Berlin tech tour & inspiring conversations. Use code Founderland10 for 10% off or FounderlandComp for a free ticket. Grab your spot.
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