Female Founders Network

Connect, learn, and grow as part of a supportive community of women entrepreneurs.

In partnership with the Women in Business Society, the Female Founders Network brings together female entrepreneurs, students, and alumni to share experiences, build skills, and access opportunities.  

Through workshops, networking, and pitching events, we empower female students and recent graduates to take their entrepreneurial ideas further. 

How the Female Founders Network Will Help You Succeed 

  • Looking for role models? Learn directly from female founders and leaders. 
  • Want to build practical skills? Take part in interactive workshops and bootcamps designed to support your entrepreneurial journeys. 
  • Need visibility? Pitch your ideas and get constructive feedback. 
  • Want support? Build confidence and connections in a welcoming community. 

What You’ll Gain 

  • Confidence to pursue your entrepreneurial goals.
  • Insights from successful female founders.
  • Tailored mentoring and peer support.
  • A strong network to champion your success.
  • Practical entrepreneurial skills through workshops. 

Designed For You 

  • Regular meetups and networking events.
  • Skills workshops and confidence-building sessions.
  • Talks from female entrepreneurs and alumni.
  • Mentoring from experienced women founders
  • Open to all female students and graduates at University of Manchester.

Empowering female students and recent graduates to transform ambitious ideas into successful ventures through support, skills, and inspiring role models.

This is my first time attending an event from the FFN. It has been fantastic! Networking really is key, especially as a woman, in trying to break into any industry that you want to be in....The panellists were lovely and I learnt so much from them.

Hannah Kemper / UoM Graduate, Alliance Manchester Business School

Join the Female Founders Network LinkedIn Group and check out the MEC Events page to register for the next FFN event. Start building your venture with confidence. 

LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14517444/  

MEC Events Page: https://www.entrepreneurship.manchester.ac.uk/events/