The Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, Bitget has recently announced its “Pitch n Slay” campaign. This launch is part of the Blockchain4Her project to advance women in blockchain. This initiative comes from Bitget’s $10 million Blockchain4Her project, which will mentor and fund female-led startups up to $100,000 with support from Foresight Ventures.
The participants will receive mentorship from industry leaders, including Bitget CEO Gracy Chen, Tess Ventures founder Tess Hau, and Taya A, CEO of World of Women. The program’s structure supports these startups with essential resources, from strategic guidance to scaling expertise.
Final Pitch Event for Top Blockchain Startups
The final presentation for the investors and the judges will be held for the Pitch n Slay program on 15th November in Bangkok, Thailand. This event aims to introduce these startups to the larger blockchain ecosystem.
The three innovative startups with the highest ratings from the judges will each be awarded cash prizes, with the overall winner being $5,000. At the same time, the
second place will receive $3000 and third place takes $2000. These winners shall be made eligible for an opportunity to present their ideas and seek more funding from Foresight Ventures.
Bitget’s Commitment to Gender Inclusivity in Web3
Bitget seems to have made good progress in resolving the issue of gender representation in the company, as over 45% of its managerial staff are women. Bitget’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Gracy Chen said, “Through Blockchain4Her and other supports, we want to create opportunities for women in the blockchain space.” This demonstrates Bitget’s ongoing commitment to empowering female CEOs and their blockchain startups and its dedication to growing the Web3 ecosystem.
Applications for the Pitch n Slay initiative are open to women-led startups seeking mentorship and funding in blockchain. Bitget’s efforts underscore its commitment to leveling the playing field and providing women entrepreneurs with the resources they need to succeed in the competitive blockchain space.
