Golden Seeds’ Midwest Expansion—focused on Chicago, Illinois—officially launched its ninth chapter in October 2025. This initiative is co-led by Managing Directors Susan Abrams, Angela Allen, and Linda Singh, significantly increasing the group’s presence and support for women-led startups in the Midwest region.
Professional Activities & Industry Contributions
- Golden Seeds has invested over $180 million in 250+ companies, helping them raise $2 billion further capital.
- Midwest expansion targets Chicago—home to 457,000+ women-owned businesses, one of the nation’s highest rates of venture-backed female founders.
- Members benefit from robust deal flow, sector-specific investor training, and connections throughout the national network.
- Recent investments: NanoPattern Technologies Inc. and Every Body Eat, showcasing sector diversity and early traction with local startups.
Notable Partnerships & Projects
- Collaborations with Angel Capital Association, university programs, NIH, and key industry groups to foster entrepreneurship.
- Events, virtual sector trainings, and expanded office hours supporting startup founder engagement and education.
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