We examine how equity investors evaluate pitches from entrepreneurs with physical disabilities compared to those without disabilities. Drawing on the stereotype content model, we propose that pitches from entrepreneurs with physical disabilities will receive more positive evaluations, mediated by investors’ perceptions of these entrepreneurs as exhibiting greater warmth and competence. Guided by insights from a pilot study, we conduct two experiments involving participants with equity investment experience. Our findings, which contrast with prior minority entrepreneurship literature focusing on other unconventional entrepreneurs, contribute to entrepreneurial finance by broadening the discussion on equity market inclusivity.
