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Last night was magic ✨ The room was buzzing with bold ideas, real conversations, and the kind of energy that only happens when community shows up for each other. Big thanks to everyone who joined us for 'Connection as a Commercial Engine' Event — an evening where founders, investors, and big thinkers came together to talk about what really moves the needle: people. Mave & Chez and our incredible speakers: Lindsay White CPHR, CPCC, PCC, Victoria Marshman, Shashi Behl, Katherine Martens (CPA) brought a candid convo on how relationships build not just credibility, but momentum. From customer growth to brand trust to long-term impact, it’s clear: you don’t scale alone. Let’s keep building together. 💥 The51

You saw the hint. Now here’s the headline 👇🏼 Associate Membership drops Wednesday, April 9th. ✨ Built for the curious, the ambitious, and those exploring their next financial move—this membership is your in. It’s for those who want more than a newsletter, but aren’t ready to commit to a fund. For the learners, the connectors, the ones asking better questions. For the women ready to shape the future of capital—and take their place in it. The Associate Membership gives you access to The51’s investor community without the barrier of accreditation or investment. It’s bold. It’s approachable. It’s yours on April 9th. 🗓️ Stay tuned—we’ll show you exactly how to claim your seat.

Build smarter. Grow faster. Do it with community. One ticket gets you in. Register for our upcoming 'Community as a Commercial Engine' event this Thursday 👉 https://lu.ma/62mb536v

We’ve built something pretty powerful at The51. A community that’s bold, brilliant, and not afraid to rewrite the rules of capital. You’ve seen it. You’ve felt it. You might even be in it. But we know there’s a growing group of people—maybe even you—who are looking for something more: The opportunity to learn from investors, connect with founders, and expand your financial confidence in a space that’s anything but ordinary. ✨ Something’s coming. ✨ It’s built for the curious, the ambitious, the community-driven—those who want meaningful access to the conversations, insights, and people shaping the future of capital. Stay close. You’re going to want a seat for this one.

🚨 Last chance to grab your ticket! Alberta’s cleantech sector is gaining momentum—but what will it take to truly scale? Join our Co-Founder and Fund Managing Partner, Judy Fairburn, on April 9 for a dynamic breakfast discussion hosted by the University of Calgary. She’ll be joined by John Redfern, President & CEO of Eavor Technologies, to explore the opportunities and barriers facing Canada’s cleantech ecosystem. 🎟️ Ticket sales end today — click here to save your seat: https://lnkd.in/ei_tCXmD

We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Emily Smiley as the new Executive Director of Movement51 🎉 Her bold leadership and deep-rooted expertise in investor relations and innovation make her the perfect person to lead this next era of growth. Read more via BetaKit https://lnkd.in/gSze5EYe

What if the strongest strategy in your business wasn’t a pitch deck—but the people around you? We’re just one week out from an evening that’s all about turning connection into capital. Join us Thursday, April 3, from 4–7 PM 🗓️ as Mave & Chez lead a real-talk session on how community fuels customers, credibility, and long-term growth. Brought to you by Movement51 & The51, this convo is for founders, investors, and anyone building bold ideas with a people-first mindset. Curious how relationships really drive results? 👇 Snag your ticket now: https://lu.ma/62mb536v Because growth happens faster when you’re not building alone.

What if community wasn’t just a nice-to-have—but the real growth engine behind your business? Join us Thursday, April 3, from 4–7 PM 🗓️ for an evening with Mave & Chez as we dive into how connection drives capital, customers, and credibility. Powered by Movement51 & The51, this convo brings together founders, investors, and big-picture thinkers to unpack the real ROI of community. Curious how belonging builds better businesses? 👇 Click here https://lu.ma/62mb536v to save your seat—because this is where networks really start working!

We’ve been hearing some chatter about Canada becoming the 51st state, but let’s be clear: The51 was spoken for long ago. Our name isn’t about borders; it’s about breaking barriers—and unlocking opportunity. Women make up 51% of the population, yet hold less than 25% of board seats and represent just 19.4% of partners at Canadian VC firms. The result? 👇 Since 2014, only 10% of Canadian venture deals involved shaking hands with a woman. But with a $4 trillion wealth transfer to women on the horizon, this is one of the biggest economic opportunities of our time. When women invest, build, and lead, the entire economy benefits. So while others debate Canada’s place on the map, we’re focused on shaping its financial future. ❤️

Six years ago, we had an idea. 💡 A belief that women weren’t just participants in the economy—they were leaders, investors, and wealth creators. So we gathered 70 women in a Calgary kitchen, poured some wine and decided to rewrite the rules of finance. We weren’t waiting for permission. We weren’t asking for a seat at the table. We were building the damn table! What started as a conversation is now a movement: A 35,000-strong community, and a national force reshaping the financial landscape. While the journey was planned, the road has been unforeseen, but the milestones speak for themselves. Here are six win to celebrate our six years 👇 1. Built a community of 35,000+ investors, founders, and allies 2. Launched a pilot early-stage investing program in partnership with Haskayne School of Business, ultimately becoming one of Movement51's flagship programs: The Financial Feminism Investing Lab 3. A platform to raise three funds: Fund I, Fund I and The51 Food & Ag Tech fund (closing at an impressive $51M) 4. Our General Partners Shelley Kuipers and Judy Fairburn were recognized as one of The Globe and Mail's 50 Changemakers in 2023 5. Launched a Founder Community and hosted events coast to coast (within 36 hours!) 6. Supporting the launch of Canada’s first professional women’s football league by facilitating investment into the Calgary Wild FC team And we’re just getting started. Now, we’re at a turning point in the economy. Women are set to control nearly half of Canada’s wealth by 2030 and already drive the majority of consumer spending. And yet, investment trends haven’t caught up. Women-led businesses still receive a fraction of venture capital, despite consistently building high-growth, high-impact companies. That’s not just a gap. That’s an untapped financial opportunity. By 2030, The51 is raising the stakes: catalyzing $2.5 billion in women-led capital to fuel an economic shift. A future where women-led businesses aren’t just funded—they’re scaling, competing, and defining market growth. The next six years? They’re about ownership. More capital. More investors. More women driving the economy forward. Today, we cheers to us. 🥂 Tomorrow, we build what’s next.