Affina Space
Conference 2025
Women
Entrepreneurship
Supported by
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Paris was a complete success in 2025
On October 10, we brought together 100+ women entrepreneurs and investors at Le Village by CA Paris. We can't stop there – so in 2026, we'll be holding more events in different cities across Europe. Our goal is to bring together women in business and investment from various fields and create more opportunities for partnerships and investments
2025 Recap
Health and Wellbeing of Female Founders Panel
We discussed topics rarely raised at business events: health, self-care, emotional harmony, and motherhood, how to find balance between work and life, where to find resources for a project, and how to overcome challenges
Show Her the Money
Film Premiere
Film Premiere
After over 100 screenings in the US and a dozen awards, this documentary about female entrepreneurs and the investors who support them has finally landed in France. The film premiered at our conference, with a presentation from the co-creator
Challenges and Opportunities for Women in Business Panel
Founders and venture capitalists from various industries and countries discussed the challenges faced by businesswomen, how to overcome them, and how investors can support women-led projects, thereby enhancing the performance of their venture portfolios
Female Founder Awards
All entrepreneurs participating in the conference were nominated for an award in one of three categories: Tech Startup, Impact Project, and Consumer Brand. Our investment committee, composed of experienced VC investors and award partners, analyzed over 200 applications and awarded the winners
High Gourmet & Cocktail Networking
The event concluded with a pleasant networking event filled with conversation, new connections, and unique snacks and drinks from our partners — women-led businesses. It was a wonderful way to end the evening, and it just didn't want to end…
Meet our speakers of 2025
Anne-Sophie Gervais
Co-Head of RAISE Sherpas Accelerator
Olivia Provost
Owner and Directrice Générale of Niwel Beauty
Victoire De Pourtales
Co-Founder of 91530 Le Marais
Virginie Trento
Directrice Générale of Au Delà Du Cuir Incubator
Lucille Jasmin
Co-Founder and President of MPépite
Shamil Kuramshin
Co-Founder & CEO of Affina Space
Hélène Briand
Co-founder and Chief Innovation & Commercial Officer of Verley
Vicky Pasche
Co-Founder and CEO of Dapper Boi
Pierre-Emmanuel Jeudy
Executive Manager at Le Village by CA Paris
Rafaella Nizaeva
Co-Founder and Directrice Générale of Affina Space
Azin Radsan van Alebeek
General Partner of Emmeline Ventures
Female Founder Awards
Jury Commentee Members
Jury Commentee Members
Five Seasons Ventures
Lucie Paté
Educapital
Geraldine Fillet
SINEORA
Kimiko Imai
Fund F
Lucy Izquierdo Greene
WIN Ventures & Mitochondrial Capital
Judith Heikoop
General Partners
A Key Player in the French
and European Tech Ecosystem
and European Tech Ecosystem
Independent brach of Crédit Agricole, leading bank in Europe
50
accelerators across France, Italy, and Luxembourg
650
VC funds and business angels in network
840
corporate partners and mutual programs
1300
startups hosted across all locations
Partners
The heart of the event will be an award-winning documentary "Show Her the Money" about the unstoppable rise of female investors and entrepreneurs who are reshaping industries and redefining success. Through powerful, real-life stories, the film shows why investing in women isn't just fair — it's the smartest investment the world can make
After over 100 acclaimed screenings across the United States, the film is arriving in Europe — and Affina Space Conference will host the exclusive premiere in France
US venture capital fund investing in female founders and women-focused startups — redefining women’s health, wealth, and quality of life
We invest to break down systemic blockers and finally give women the agency to shape their future. We believe in funding solutions that make daily life safer, smarter, and more inclusive for women. Because when women thrive — in body, mind, and money — society transforms for the better
our portfolio companies:
Organizers
France-based women empowerment startup: AI-powered career & wellbeing platform. We help women create careers they love
We believe women can achieve more with the right support — tailored to their unique challenges and opportunities. To make this possible, we’ve developed a proprietary methodology, collaborate with top experts, and host curated events in multiple formats
We are supported by experts from:
AFFINA SPACE
EMMELINE VENTURES
LE VILLAGE
Crédit Agricole
Mission
In France and globally, women make up less than 12% of startup founders and raise less than 3% of VC investments. This is a significant injustice, given that female-led startups could generate 2.5x more revenue per dollar invested, as women can demonstrate better leadership, business, and creative skills
We unite the worlds of innovation, venture capital, and luxury into one powerful ecosystem. We go beyond the traditional format — mixing experts from different industries, uniting cultures, and driving new approaches
Discover new opportunities
at the intersection of
at the intersection of
Discover new opportunities
at the intersection
at the intersection
luxury and innovation
of luxury and innovation
Go beyond the standard formats - discover new partners, approach business from a new angle and unleash your potential at our conference
Learn about personal experiences and cutting-edge strategies in business and investments from top experts
Top Speakers
Networking
Meet interesting and like-minded professionals, exchange insights and create pleasant connections
The fusion of industries and expertise leads to new partnerships, synergies and disruptive ideas
Opportunities
We bring together diverse players
to create more opportunities for women in business
Founders
Apply yourself and nominate a female entrepreneur you admire. We welcome all female founders — from new beauty brands to cutting-edge deep-tech startups. All participants will be considered for the Female Founder Award, with a chance to win valuable prizes and gain visibility among media and investors
and revolutionize female entrepreneurship
revolutionize female entrepreneurship
revolutionize
female
entrepreneurship
Support the movement and
Support the movement
for the benefit of your brand!
If you share our values and want to support ambitious women, we are open to cooperation and will be happy to discuss the terms individually
have questions?
This is an intimate gathering of brilliant women — founders, investors, creators, and visionaries — curated with intention. If you’re building something bold or backing what matters, you just might find yourself on the guest list.
Yes. While the event is invite-only, we welcome applications from women whose work aligns with our mission. If that sounds like you, simply fill out the request form — and our team will be in touch if it’s a match.
No, there’s no ticket to purchase. Attendance is complimentary for invited guests — but space is limited, and each seat is intentionally offered.
The entire day will be held in English — our guests are coming from across Europe (and beyond), and we want everyone to feel part of the conversation.
The event will be held at Le Village by CA Paris, a unique location and the center of the largest French startup ecosystem. Full access details will be shared with confirmed guests.
Of course. Think less awkward mingling, more meaningful moments. The day is designed for real connections — whether over panels, cocktails, or quiet corners of conversation.
Whatever makes you feel powerful, polished, and perfectly yourself. We suggest business casual with a personal twist — this is Paris, after all.
As much as we love a plus-one, every seat is curated. If you’d like to recommend someone for the guest list, feel free to share their details with us.
Yes — we’re capturing the magic. If you’d prefer to stay out of frame, just let us know when you arrive.
This gathering is brought to you by Affina Space— a global space for ambitious women redefining career, confidence, and well-being — with the support of partners who believe in women’s power to shape the future.
