WE ARE LEONAS. HEAR US ROAR.
Our Methods
We identify female founded companies through our deep network, regular pitch meetings, inbound requests, and friends inside and outside the investment community. We see ourselves as partners to the companies we invest in and support.
We identify creative opportunities for partnership
We understand not every company has the same needs, or requires the same investment. We provide both investment and consulting services to We provide both investment and consulting services to the founders we support.
We get involved in companies we are passionate about
We roll up our sleeves and get to work right next to the founders we support, identifying revenue and profit growth opportunities, providing introductions, and acting as an extension of their team.
We strive to leave the world a better place
While our model prioritizes female-founders, we don’t stop there. We lean into ESG principles, because we know companies that establish strong social foundations early are better prepared to serve shareholders and stakeholders.
We are passionate, lifelong learners
We are excited to work with a variety of businesses and founders. We approach problems with curiosity and open-mindedness, looking forward to utilizing our careers, network, and resources to learn and propose creative solutions.
Our Process
We focus entirely on women owned and founded companies. While we aim to address the disparity in funding, we also believe investing in women will provide outsized returns to our portfolio. Women owned companies tend to be more profitable and socially responsible (HBR Article) – the perfect combination for an investment fund with big goals.
Our first meeting with companies is a general meet and greet, and a chance for entrepreneurs to give their pitches and get to know Leonas and our philosophy. If we decide we can support you – via investment or advisory – follow-up meetings are a longer, and we may bring in resources and experts to ask questions and weigh in. We then will propose a path to move forward. Then, it will be up to you to roll up your sleeves and get to work with us by your side!
Our Portfolio
We identify and help build companies who are changing the paradigm for women around the world.
Athena Alliance
Live and on demand learning, networking, coaching and access to career opportunities for the world’s top women leaders.
Mimicrete
Mimicrete is a company based out of the University of Cambridge’s Department of Engineering. Mimicrete is creating the world’s first self-healing concrete. When applied, their product immediately strengthens the concrete and doubles its lifespan. The extension in concrete lifespan allows for the negative environmental effects to be significantly reduced while not disrupting the concrete industry or supply chain.
To Be Announced…
We have been working hard on finalizing the terms for our second investment. As soon as the details are worked out, we will publish a press release and provide more information on the company!
