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AI Firms Lag in Gender Diversity, Women Hold 15% of Seats

10/2/2025

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A study by the California Partners Project analyzed private Artificial Intelligence (AI) firms, finding 43% with all-male boards and 15% of seats held by women.
The gap stems from underrepresentation of women in venture capital and funding for women-founded AI firms.
In 2023, women earned 3% of AI venture funding; unchanged since 2015.
Independent directors, including three women, drive change.

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Story summary

A study by the California Partners Project analyzed private Artificial Intelligence (AI) firms, finding 43% with all-male boards and 15% of seats held by women.
The gap stems from underrepresentation of women in venture capital and funding for women-founded AI firms.
In 2023, women earned 3% of AI venture funding; unchanged since 2015.
Independent directors, including three women, drive change.