The Helm
Overview
The Helm is a New York-based early-stage venture firm investing in women through our fund and investor membership. The Helm invests in early-stage tech-enabled companies built and led by women. To date, we have invested in industries ranging from Cleantech and High-Speed Transportation to Women's Healthcare.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biographica | Jan 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| BoobyBiome | Sep 2025 | Seed | Co-investor |
| itselectric | Jul 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| The Better Menopause | Jun 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Testmate Health | May 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
Key People
Lindsey Taylor Wood
Founder & General Partner
Megan Ananian
Partner
Olivia Fleming
Partner
Julie Weber
COO & General Partner
Anne Fishkin
Angel Investor
Caley Adams
Angel Investor
Hannah Foley
Angel Investor
Marilyn Yang
Angel Investor
Nina Callahan
Angel Investor
Pailyn Singhapakdi
Angel Investor
Ruth McDonald
Investor
Sofia Pirro
Angel Investor
Sophie Taitt
Angel Investor
Taylor Huttner
Angel Investor
Tricia Lin Collins
Angel Investor Member
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.