India, June 29 -- The challenges women entrepreneurs face are often framed through the lens of funding, mentorship, and representation. While all of these matter, one critical factor that receives far less attention is access.

Access to the right people.

Access to the right opportunities.

Access to the rooms where important conversations happen.

Despite significant progress, entrepreneurship remains largely shaped by networks, relationships, and circles of influence that have traditionally been dominated by men. Women entrepreneurs are increasingly visible, but visibility does not always translate into opportunity. Many still find themselves having to establish credibility before their capabilities can be evaluated. Others spend years...