In episode 95 of Women Disrupting Tech, Natasha Syed discusses the flawed hiring system in sustainability, emphasizing that the issue lies not in talent scarcity but in outdated qualifications. Through SkilledIn Green, she promotes a skills-first approach, facilitating professional upskilling and knowledge-sharing to bridge the global sustainability hiring gap.More
Author Archives: Dirkjan Hupkes, Host of Women Disrupting Tech
In my podcast Women Disrupting Tech, I give a platform to the women who work in tech so they can be a role model for others. The goal is to promote more diversity, equity and inclusion in the tech sector. I believe that this will lead to better solutions to the three problems of our time: the climate crisis, exploding demand for healthcare services and poverty.
Funding and Building the Future of Venture Capital With Michelle ter Laak | Show notes for episode 94 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 94 of Women Disrupting Tech, Michelle Ter Laak from Arches Capital discusses innovation in venture capital. Key insights include the role of AI, the importance of diversity, and how women funding women serves as a stepping stone. The conversation emphasizes collaboration, visibility, and the necessity for role models in achieving equity.More
The Message That Changed the Future of Th3rd with Esther Bisschop | Show notes for episode 93 of Women Disrupting Tech
Esther Bisschop’s journey from employee to entrepreneur culminates in her company’s acquisition by Snap Inc. This podcast episode emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts, resilience, and the power of bold actions. Listeners can gain practical insights on navigating startup challenges and fostering inclusion in tech through community support and personal reinvention.More
Taking Venture Capital Beyond Bias with Sophie Heijenberg | Show notes for episode 92 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 92 of Women Disrupting Tech, Sophie Heijenberg challenges bias in venture capital, advocating for diversity in investments. She emphasizes that backing female founders benefits everyone and highlights the need for a mindset shift in VC, focusing on talent over traditional qualifications. The episode encourages collective efforts to create an inclusive funding landscape in tech.More
Using Intuition as a Superpower in Business and Leadership with Daphne Laan | Show notes for episode 91 of Women Disrupting Tech
Daphne Laan discusses the power of intuition in business, emphasizing its role alongside technology and strategy. In episode 91 of the Women Disrupting Tech podcast, she highlights the importance of inclusion, creativity, and the need to trust instinct over data in leadership. Laan’s journey showcases how intuition fosters meaningful connections and opportunities.More
How Wholepal is Building the Future of Wholesale with Victoria Lawson | Show notes for episode 90 of Women Disrupting Tech
Victoria Lawson, founder of Wholepal, transformed her initial vision of a comprehensive wholesale CRM into an AI-driven solution that addresses real industry challenges, such as manual data entry inefficiencies. This pivot empowered her confidence in investor discussions and emphasized the importance of focusing on critical problems to achieve success.More
Paving the Way for More Women in AI and Cyber as Chief Copilot with Femke Cornelissen | Show notes for episode 89 of Women Disrupting Tech
The podcast episode features Dieuwertje Drexhage, co-founder of Layco, discussing innovative reusable medical devices aimed at reducing healthcare’s environmental impact and improving access in underserved regions. Key points include affordability through a tiered pricing model, sustainability benefits, and enhancing patient safety and care quality. Tune in for inspiration in healthcare innovation.More
How Layco Makes Childbirth Safer and Healthcare Greener with Dieuwertje Drexhage | Show notes for episode 88 of Women Disrupting Tech
The podcast episode features Dieuwertje Drexhage, co-founder of Layco, discussing innovative reusable medical devices aimed at reducing healthcare’s environmental impact and improving access in underserved regions. Key points include affordability through a tiered pricing model, sustainability benefits, and enhancing patient safety and care quality. Tune in for inspiration in healthcare innovation.More
Breaking Barriers in Medicine And Leadership with Hanneke Takkenberg | Show notes on episode 87 of Women Disrupting Tech
Hanneke Takkenberg is my guest in episode 87 to discuss the impact of gender bias on healthcare, emphasizing how women’s health issues have been historically neglected in research. She highlights the importance of involving men in creating equitable systems, the economic benefits of closing the gender health gap, and the need for unbiased AI in medicine.More
Why You Should Never Exclude Opportunities Because of Your Gender with Sara Leggese | Show notes on episode 86 of Women Disrupting Tech
Sara Leggese discusses her journey into tech, emphasizing that gender should not limit career choices. In episode 86 of the “Women Disrupting Tech” podcast, she highlights the importance of mindset, active role models, and visibility in fostering diversity in the industry. Change begins with recognizing opportunities irrespective of gender.More
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