Investing in Female Founders: From Capital to Mentorship

Join us in person or virtually, for an inspiring and insightful event, as two powerhouse female founders share their unique journeys on scaling their business. 

The discussion will shed light on the challenges and opportunities related to securing capital as a female founder, the importance of building impactful partnerships and the crucial role of mentorship in accelerating female led ventures.  

Mei Yong: Founder and Chief Executive Officer of My PlantCo

My PlantCo is a plant-based WA company focused on creating products that are loved by people and planet. Mei has been involved in the launch and evolution of each of My PlantCo’s three distinct brands – Real Oats, Kado and Turban Chopsticks.

Additionally, Mei holds a number of roles including as an Advisory Member of Curtin University’s Molecular & Life Sciences Faculty and Murdoch University’s Launchpad and as a Mentor to WA Female Founders.

Yaxi Zhan: Founding Director of Accelerate Resources 

Yaxi Zhan is a Mining Entrepreneur and founding director of ASX-listed resource exploration company Accelerate Resources (ASX: AX8)

With a proven track record in M&A, capital raising and business strategy, Yaxi led Accelerate Resources from private to publicly listed on the ASX, transformed the organisation from multi-commodity explorer to become lithium focused, and continues to add value to the Company and  shareholders. 

No matter where you are, you can participate! Choose your experience:

• Join us IN PERSON at The Hub, Bentley Technology Park, 2 Brodie Hall Drive, Bentley for an immersive experience.
• Attend VIRTUALLY and connect from the comfort of your own space.

This event is open to anyone, women & men, leaders and supporters with a shared perspective, anyone who supports the growth of women in business.


🗓️ Date & Time

• Tuesday 12th March 
• 9:30am - 11:30am

🙏Supported by

This event is made possible by Meshpoints, supported by Spacecubed and Lotterywest, which exists to build a stronger culture of entrepreneurship and innovation in Western Australia. 

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