SUMMARY
- Ladies Who Lead (LWL), a professional network for women, raises $1 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by Nithin Kamath’s Rainmatter.
- The funds will be utilized to expand programs, grow the community, and empower more women leaders across industries.
- LWL focuses on creating opportunities for mentorship, networking, and professional growth for women executives and entrepreneurs.
Ladies Who Lead (LWL), a professional network fostering leadership and growth among women, has successfully raised $1 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by Rainmatter, the investment arm of Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath. This funding aims to bolster the platform’s efforts to empower women professionals and entrepreneurs through structured programs and networking opportunities.
With the newly secured capital, LWL plans to:
Enhance its programs for mentorship and skill development.
Expand its community base by onboarding more women leaders from diverse industries.
Strengthen its digital platform, enabling seamless access to resources, events, and discussions.
Founded with a mission to support women leaders, LWL provides a robust platform for networking, mentorship, and career advancement. The network caters to women across various stages of their professional journey, from corporate executives to startup founders.
LWL has been instrumental in addressing the underrepresentation of women in leadership roles by facilitating workshops, panel discussions, and collaborative opportunities.
Rainmatter, known for backing initiatives that drive financial inclusion and social impact, has consistently supported programs that create meaningful change. Speaking about the investment, Nithin Kamath emphasized the importance of building platforms like LWL to level the playing field and ensure women have equal opportunities in leadership roles.
This funding reflects a growing recognition of the value women bring to leadership roles. As India continues to see a surge in women-led businesses and initiatives, platforms like LWL are poised to play a critical role in shaping the next generation of leaders.

