When Women Lead: Women in Startups and Venture Capital

Happy International Women’s Month! In commemoration of the narratives and lives of women who make a difference through startups and venture capital, we are inviting you to WHEN WOMEN LEAD—a Women’s Month panel discussion featuring women founders, entrepreneurs, and venture capitalists as they share what it takes to lead, build, and thrive in male-dominated industries.

Event Details:

WHEN WOMEN LEAD: Women in Startups and Venture Capital

Date & Time: March 26, 2026 (Thursday), 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Venue: Leong Hall, Ateneo de Manila University

This conversation will explore leadership, barriers, and strategies for navigating high-stakes rooms, while creating space for community and connection among women students, aspiring founders, and ecosystem builders.

Our Panelists:

Nina Terol, Founder, FoundHer

Reese Fernandez-Ruiz, Founder, Rags2Riches

Raya Buensuceso, Managing Director, Kaya Founders

Raya leads Kaya Founders’ work in backing high-potential founders and helping shape the venture ecosystem in the Philippines. She brings an investor’s perspective on what it takes to build fundable companies—and how women can navigate the realities of capital, leadership, and growth.

Moderated by:

Pre-registration link: https://luma.com/qwscsakq

We hope to see you there as we celebrate women who lead, and help build a more inclusive startup ecosystem in the Philippines.