The Global Phenomenon Is Back.

VWS Pathfinder is the world's only women founder summit and pitch competition dedicated exclusively to animal-free innovation in the future of food, fashion, beauty, and biotechnology innovation. Since 2020, we have featured the world’s leading CEOs, founders, and investors across the world and received over 1,300 pitch applications from women founders across 40 countries. We're thrilled to bring back the only women founder event in the industry for the fourth year in a row! 

Meet Our Expert Investor Jury:

Meet Our Speakers and Workshop Leaders:

Join us for exclusive conversations and workshops tailored to women entrepreneurs, founders, and executives. We'll hear from industry leaders on topics like building an effective pitch deck, raising capital for startups, and plant-based industry trends. Plus, hear from last year's VWS Pathfinder Virtual Pitch Competition winner.

Watch Our Past Winners on Good Morning America.

Over $20 M Raised by VWS Pathfinder Alumni:

Watch the 2022 Virtual Event:

Join Us Virtually At VWS Pathfinder On November 1, 2023!

Looking for Our Flagship In-Person Conference, The Vegan Women Summit?

VWS Pathfinder and The Vegan Women Summit are two separate events. Sign up for more information on the 2023 Vegan Women Summit here.