TLDR:
– Mavida Health was awarded “L’ATTITUDE Latino Start-Up of the Year” during the Match-Up 2024 program
– Mavida Health offers specialized online therapy for women and resources for motherhood journey
L’ATTITUDE Ventures announced Mavida Health as the winner of the “L’ATTITUDE Latino Startup of the Year” during the Match-Up™ 2024 program, a pitch competition that curates Latina(o) entrepreneurs. The event showcased the growth and excellence brought by Latino founders, highlighting the potential of Latino-owned businesses. Mavida Health, a Los Angeles-based company, offers specialized mental health care for the path to parenthood, aiming to empower women throughout their motherhood journey. The company, founded by Dr. Sarah Oreck and Emma Sugerman, provides online therapy, medication management, and supportive communities for mothers and new parents. The win for Mavida Health signifies a positive change in funding for Latino founders, as only 2% of all venture funding goes to Latino founders. The competition featured 10 companies across various industries, with Mavida Health emerging as the winner after impressing investors and business leaders with their pitch. L’ATTITUDE Ventures, with a focus on supporting U.S. Latina(o) entrepreneurs, has invested in several companies and continues to provide networking and visibility for early-stage companies.
