10 female-founded startups that are expected to take off in 2018

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Female-founded companies are on the rise.

From talks with investors and leaders in venture capital, we've rounded up a list of 10 female-founded companies that you should be paying attention to in 2018. These leading founders have set their sights on disrupting major markets like fashion, cosmetics, feminine products, online networking, and grocery delivery. 

Check out the companies you should be paying attention to this year: 

Maven is a telemedicine company that provides digital solutions for women's health.

Maven

Founder: Katherine Ryder

Funding: $15.3 million 

What it does: Maven's app connects women to healthcare practitioners through video and private messaging and provides a community centered on women's health.

Why it's taking off: The company has partnered with several high-profile companies (including Snapchat's parent company, Snap, and a number of Fortune 500 companies) that now offer Maven's maternity services to their employees. 

 



Shippo, which was founded five years ago by Laura Behrens Wu, helps small businesses mail out packages with ease and efficiency.

Twitter/Laura Behrens Wu

Founder: Laura Behrens Wu

Funding: $20 million Series B

What it does: Shippo connects businesses with a network of shipping carriers worldwide.

Why it's taking off: Shippo is tackling the e-commerce industry by providing a way for small businesses to send out goods with the efficiency of Amazon.



Glossier is redefining the online cosmetics marketplace.

Glossier

Founder: Emily Weiss

Funding: Since 2015, Glossier has raised $86.4 million.

What it does: Glossier is an online cosmetics marketplace. 

Why it's taking off: In just three years, Glossier has overtaken a sizeable portion of the cosmetics market with its direct-to-consumer approach to beauty products. 




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