HearstLab was founded in 2016 by Hearst executive Eve Burton with a mission to close the gender gap in venture capital funding. HearstLab equips women-led startups with cash investments and professional support to create healthy, sustainable and highly scalable businesses. Learn more about HearstLab.
scouts
HearstLab’s Special Sauce (the Scout Network!)
Scouts are core to HearstLab's success and a source of support for Lab company founders. These over 170 accomplished women from across the Hearst ecosystem volunteer their insights, best practices and networks to HearstLab founders to unlock new opportunities and solve big problems.
collaboration
Innovation In Action: Check out real conversations and collaborations happening across Hearst from HearstLab’s most recent showcase.
VRTL x ESPN
VRTL is partnering with ESPN to explore the next generation of fan engagement and personalization.
PartySlate x Hearst Books
PartySlate is bringing their world class library of wedding images and expertise to print, in partnership with Hearst Books.
HiOperator x Hearst Newspapers
HiOperator is partnering with Hearst Newspapers to reimagine how customer support for subscription businesses can be scaled with AI.
Check out the full portfolio.
events
Beyond the wide range of portfolio support services, here are a few industry event highlights.
HearstLab’s Global $100k Pitch Event Series
Beyond its core investment model, HearstLab hosts a series of $100,000 pitch events around the world.
