August 2025 – Women Disrupting Tech

Navigating AI and Leadership as Trengo CEO With Marili ‘t Hooft-Bolle | Show notes episode 116

Picture of Marili ‘t Hooft-Bolle, CEO of Trengo, on the artwork for episode 116 of the podcast Women Disrupting Tech titled ‘Navigating AI and Leadership as Trengo CEO’.

Marili ’t Hooft-Bolle, CEO of Trengo, discusses scaling in an AI-driven world in episode 116. She emphasizes balancing agility with structure, focusing on genuine customer value, and empowering diverse teams. Leadership in this context requires awareness and skill complementarity, aiming for smarter, purpose-driven growth rather than mere expansion.More

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How to Build a Resilient and Purpose-Driven Business With Marleen Somohardjo | Show notes episode 115

Picture of Marleen Somohardjo, who is a guest on episode 115 of the podcast Women Disrupting Tech, titled ‘How to Build a Resilient and Purpose-Driven Business’.

Marleen Somohardjo’s journey as a founder, beginning during the 2008 financial crisis, emphasizes the importance of preparedness, resilience, and purpose-driven profitability in business.

Episode Highlights
02:40 – From Corporate to Consultancy: Marleen’s Journey
05:44 – Navigating the Financial Crisis: Challenges and Opportunities
08:48 – The Importance of Financial Preparedness
11:39 – Building Resilience: The Role of Leadership and Strategy
14:28 – The M2 Framework: Enhancing Financial Stability
14:40 – Financial Strategy: The Key to Business Success
20:23 – Personal Development: The Entrepreneur’s Journey
23:24 – Embracing Technology: AI and Automation in Business
26:17 – Diversity and Inclusion: A Path to Preparedness
29:17 – The Future of Leadership: Purpose-Driven Approaches
32:06 – Marrying Profit and Impact: A Sustainable Business Model
35:06 – Taking Risks: The Entrepreneurial Mindset
37:58 – Preparing for the Future: Vision and Strategy
40:53 – The Role of Personal Resilience in Entrepreneurship
42:47 – Creating a Culture of Inclusion: Small Steps to Big Change
46:42 – Marleen’s Vision for Financial Freedom and StabilityMore

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How The Wealth Within Her Empowers Women’s Finances and Self-Worth | Show notes for episode 114 of Women Disrupting Tech

Picture of Caterine Rhenberg, co-founder of The Wealth Within Her, on the artwork of episode 114 of Women Disrupting Tech titled 'How The Wealth Within Her Empowers Women’s Finances and Self-Worth'.

Catrine Rhenberg, co-founder of The Wealth Within Her, emphasizes how childhood praise affects women’s financial confidence and risk attitudes. In a conversation on the Women Disrupting Tech podcast, she discusses the importance of praising effort over results, the care gap’s impact, and encourages small investments to build confidence and community among women.More

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Why Women In Tech Can’t Fix the System Alone | Show notes for episode 113 of Women Disrupting Tech

Picture of Femke Brouwer-Hobbelen. She is the guest in episode 113 of the podcast Women Disrupting Tech titled "Why Women in Tech Can't Fix the System Alone'.

In Episode 113 of Women Disrupting Tech, Femke Brouwer discusses the collaborative nature of technology, challenging traditional success narratives. She highlights the inequality of meritocracy, the importance of early exposure to tech for girls, and the need for collective action to achieve inclusion. A fairer system benefits everyone, not just women.More

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