SLASSCOM's 'Hack Like a Girl 2.0' and 'Fast Forward 4.0' celebrate female innovators

THE Women Technopreneurs Forum of SLASSCOM made headlines once again with the thrilling conclusion of two landmark initiatives — Hack Like a Girl 2.0 and Fast Forward 4.0, both of which are redefining Sri Lanka’s innovation landscape by empowering the next generation of female tech founders.

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At the grand finale of Fast Forward 4.0, five remarkable startups emerged as winners: Meribel, Ivena (Littoral), Ceylon Speechi, Electriquote, and Innosync. These visionary ventures captivated the judges' attention with their innovative business models and market potential.

The winning startups will now receive valuable support designed to help them advance their growth. This includes access to targeted funding and expert guidance in areas such as strategy, legal, product development, and marketing. In addition, four selected ventures will benefit from personalised mentorship by an experienced venture capitalist, aimed at enhancing their readiness for investor engagement and market expansion. To further support their journey, two founders will also receive complimentary office space at GrandSpace, the event's official Serviced Office Partner.

Fast Forward 4.0, now in its fourth year, is a flagship accelerator program tailored exclusively for female tech entrepreneurs.