Should men take a female leadership course?
If you ask Martine van de Gaar, they should. We can keep telling women how much fun it is to work in tech, that it’s much more than just coding, that it’s really flexible, and that it’s great when you have kids. And all that is true.
But as a woman, you still need ‘balls’ to enter the tech domain. So, we need to change the mindset of the men as well.
How can we solve that puzzle, you ask? Well, listen to the 50th episode of Women Disrupting Tech. It’s all about puzzles, not just diversity. Hit the play button below to listen. Or scroll down to learn more about Martine and the episode.
How Linksight Disrupts The Way Companies Collaborate On Large Datasets With Martine van de Gaar | Ep. 50 – Women Disrupting Tech
The Magic You Can Expect in this Episode 🪄
Sharing large datasets between companies for research purposes has always required a magic potion. One that contains a central collection point, trust, encryption, and legal agreements.
But that is about to change. Because Linksight is disrupting the way companies share data and get insights from large combined datasets.
I wanted to learn how they do that. And thanks to Andy Lurling, I had a chance to interview Linksight CEO Martine van de Gaar.
In episode 50 of Women Disrupting Tech, Martine is our guide in the world of decentralized computing and large datasets. By listening, you’ll learn
🤝 How companies can share sensitive customer data without risking privacy violations
🔐 Why privacy by design means taking a different starting point in product design
🧠 What the strengths of having a diverse team are when it comes to building complex technological solutions.
So, whether you’re commuting, sipping coffee, or unwinding after a long day, tune in to the episode via the link below or search for “Women Disrupting Tech” in your favorite podcast player.
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About Martine and Linksight
Martine van de Gaar is the Co-founder and CEO of Linksight. Before becoming the CEO of this TNO spin-off company, she worked as a project and program manager for TNO, Cap Gemini, Ahold, and Philips Lightning. Martine holds a Master’s degree in Management Economics and Consumer Studies from Wageningen University.
You can connect with Martine on LinkedIn. Simply send her a DM with your connection request.
Linksight helps data scientists of companies extract maximum insights and value from their data collaborations without revealing sensitive data. Their platform enables secure data sharing without the need for a central collection and processing party. You can learn more about their journey on their website and by following them on LinkedIn.
“Maybe men need to take women leadership training?”
Martine van de Gaar, CEO Linksight
What makes this episode magical🌟?
This is the 50th episode. That means that 50 women have a platform to inspire others. I’m grateful for all the help and support I’ve had. And making it to 50 is a bit of a magical moment by itself.
What is magical about the episode? Well, I always learned that you can recognize a true expert when they explain complex topics in an easy-to-understand way.
Martine does just that as she takes us on a journey into the world of multi-party computation (MPC). For example, she uses the analogy of a train that is stopping at different stations to collect fully encrypted data. The train track is built to ensure that data can be safely transported.
And when I asked her what needs to happen to make this podcast obsolete, Martine provides strategic advice for the podcast itself. Season 3 awaits, and Martine believes it’s essential to start bringing the message to men. As a male ally, I couldn’t agree more.
So, let Martine’s wisdom ignite your curiosity and empower you to solve the privacy puzzle of data sharing and diversity.
What’s coming up?
Next week, Alice Pavin will be my guest to discover the answer to the following question: “How do you balance feminine and masculine values in a tech startup ecosystem that men dominate?”
After that, I have eight more amazing women disrupting tech lined up for you before we take a turn into the male ally territory.
So stay tuned for some inspiring episodes in season three of Women Disrupting Tech! And if you want to be the first to know what is coming… there’s a button for you below.
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