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Capital F, an all-female-led VC firm, closes $17M debut fund for the 'female economy'
Key points
- Capital F closed its debut fund with $17 million.
- The firm invests in the "female economy" across women's health, digital commerce, and AI.
- Co-founders Margaret Coblentz and Dawn Dobras have 30 years of experience.
- Approximately 80% of the fund's Limited Partners are women.
Debut Fund Closure
Capital F, a venture capital firm with an all-female leadership team, has successfully closed its inaugural fund, securing $17 million. This funding will be directed towards companies operating within what the firm defines as the "female economy."
Investment Focus Areas
The firm's investment strategy targets markets where women are the primary drivers of demand. This includes three main categories: women's health, digital commerce, and artificial intelligence tools. Co-founder Dawn Dobras noted the importance of AI tools due to women disproportionately experiencing trust and safety violations online.
Leadership Background
Capital F was co-founded by Margaret Coblentz and Dawn Dobras, who have collaborated for 30 years in various business ventures. Dobras previously served as CEO of Credo Beauty and spent a decade at Gap, while Coblentz worked at Charlotte Russe before launching her own luxury knitwear brand.
The co-founders decided to establish the firm after observing a lack of women in executive leadership roles and recognizing the significance of who provides funding and owns companies.
LP Base and Engagement
During the fundraising process, Capital F hosted events to engage women interested in venture investing, resulting in approximately 80% of the fund's Limited Partners (LPs) being women. Notable LPs include Jenny Ming, CEO of Rothys, and Marta Benson, former CEO of Pottery Barn.
Capital F integrates its LPs into the investment process, requiring conversations with at least two LPs before backing a founder. These relationships have led to advisory roles, board positions, additional investments, and sales introductions for portfolio companies.
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Capital F, a venture capital firm led by women, announced the close of its first fund at $17 million. The firm will invest in companies focused on the "female economy," specifically in women's health, digital commerce, and AI tools.