Startup Membership

Affordable Membership for Emerging Cleantech & Sustainability Leaders

At Women in Cleantech and Sustainability, we know that early-stage startups and solopreneurs face financial constraints while striving to build groundbreaking solutions. That’s why we’ve created the Startup membership tier designed to help small teams and solo founders access critical resources, connections, and visibility—at a fraction of the cost of a full Corporate Membership.

For just $500 per year (annual) or $600 (in installments), your startup or small business can join a thriving network of innovators, investors, and sustainability professionals while gaining exclusive benefits that support your growth.

Is This Membership Right for You?

This tier is ideal for:
✅ Startups & Small Businesses with up to 5 employees
✅ Companies with less than $500,000 in annual revenue OR total funding below $1M
✅ Companies less than 3 years old

WHAT YOU GET

Visibility & Recognition

  • Startup Spotlight Feature – A one-time feature in our newsletter or social media to introduce your brand to the WCS community.
  • Corporate Logo on WCS Website – Get recognized on the WCS Membership page, showcasing your startup’s commitment to sustainability.

Exclusive Access to Events & Networking

  • Access to WCS’s Small Startup Founders’ Slack Group
  • Onboarding & Customer Success Manager Support
  • Unlimited Job Board Postings – Find top talent in sustainability.

Mentorship & Business Growth

  • One-Time 30-Minute Mentoring Session – Get expert insights on hiring, networking, or industry trends from a WCS mentor.

COLLABORATE WITH WCS

This membership is a two-way partnership—your startup will benefit from the WCS network while also contributing to our growing community. Members are asked to promote WCS in one of the following ways:

✅ Feature WCS as a partner on your website
✅ Post about your WCS membership on social media
✅ Provide a testimonial for WCS
✅ Offer space for WCS-hosted meetups, workshops, or panel discussions
✅ Encourage networking & engagement with WCS members
✅ Provide exclusive discounts to WCS members

WHY JOIN?

Affordable & Accessible

Get high-value exposure, networking, and hiring support for only $500/year

Win-Win Collaboration

Your startup gains visibility, and WCS expands its reach through your network

Path to Growth

A stepping stone toward a full Corporate Membership when your company scales

JOIN TODAY!

Be part of a growing movement of cleantech & sustainability innovators.
Apply for the WCS Startup & Solopreneur Membership today and start leveraging the benefits that will help you grow.

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WCS STARTUP MEMBERS