Tag Archives: Female Founder

Podcast episode that features a female founder.

How a FemTech Pioneer Is Fixing Women’s Health Infrastructure with Ida Tin | Show notes episode 140

In this episode of Women Disrupting Tech, Ida Tin, the Director of the Femtech Assembly and co-founder of Clue, discusses her journey in the Femtech space, the importance of understanding women’s health, and the need for continuous hormonal data. She emphasizes the societal impact of women’s health and the economic benefits of investing in this area. Ida also highlights the ethical considerations in data privacy and the need for a community-driven approach to innovation in women’s health.More

Click play to hear Alice make the distinction between mind and heart in decision-making.

Building An AI Company on Gratitude, Agency, and Merit with Melissa Solis | Show notes episode 139

In this engaging conversation, Melissa Solis, CEO of Inbenta, shares her inspiring journey from the insurance industry to leading a tech company that transforms data into intelligent AI solutions. She emphasizes the importance of customer partnerships, the challenges of data management, and the role of AI in creating opportunities for individuals without traditional degrees. Melissa advocates for rethinking education in the age of AI, empowering women in tech, and fostering a culture of gratitude in leadership. She also discusses the significance of merit in the workplace and the need for community support in building confidence and competence as a leader.More

Click play to hear Ida Tin on why we should see women’s health as an infrastructure problem.

Moving Beyond the Hustle as a Female Founder with Valerie Hirschhauser | Show notes episode 135

In this episode of Women Disrupting Tech, Valerie Hirschhauser shares her journey from the hustle culture to finding true freedom in entrepreneurship. She discusses the challenges female founders face, including burnout, the pressure to prove themselves, and the importance of mentorship. Valerie emphasizes the need for intuition in leadership and the balance between profitability and purpose. She also highlights the role of investors in supporting female founders and the importance of creating a supportive ecosystem for women in business.More

Hit play to hear how Sophia thinks about building AI that benefits patients, nurses, doctors and hospitals at the same time.

Unlocking Worlds by Making Language Learning Fun with Carolina Bongers | Show notes episode 134

In episode 134 of Women Disrupting Tech, Carolina Bongers shares how she’s building Jungle the Bungle, a language learning app for young children that puts fun first. We talk about early language learning, validating ideas without technology, unexpected demand from schools, and why removing right and wrong can create better learning experiences.More

Click the play button to hear Valerie’s vision of future boardrooms.

Designing The Workplace Women in Tech Actually Want with Tiffany Aude and Yoana Leusin | Show notes episode 132

In episode 132 of Women Disrupting Tech, Tiffany Aude and Yoana Leusin discuss how merit-based promotion significantly increases women’s representation in tech leadership. They emphasize the importance of clear expectations, supportive structures, and intentional allyship, urging companies to redesign systems to enable women’s success rather than perpetuating biases.More

Hit play to hear what makes and breaks AI projects.

Why Your Strategy Should Fit on a Post-It with Dorit Roest | Show notes episode 131

Dorit Roest emphasizes the need for founders to create agile strategies aligned with their personal values and business goals. Misalignment drains motivation, leading to stagnation, while clear, simple objectives maintain focus. She advocates for understanding the entrepreneur’s role in driving impactful change, urging a redefinition of success in business.More

Hit play to hear about the promotion paradox.

The Founder Guide to Turning Stress into a Superpower with Andrea Christancho | Show notes episode 130

Andrea Cristancho, an entrepreneur with experience in diverse locations, emphasizes the importance of wellbeing for founders. She argues that stress should not be a burden but a tool for clarity in leadership. Her insights challenge traditional notions of persistence, advocating for self-care and honest limits as foundations for sustainable business success.More

Hit play to hear why your strategy should fit on a Post-It.

How to Use Relocation to Build Inclusive Teams with Marieke van Iperen | Show notes episode 127

In episode 127 of the podcast Women Disrupting Tech, Marieke van Iperen, CEO of Settly, shares her journey from a globetrotting HR professional to a startup founder. She discusses the importance of community values, the challenges of integrating expats, and the impact of geopolitical changes on business. Marieke emphasizes the need for companies to create inclusive environments and the role of investors in scaling startups. She also introduces Settly’s innovative solutions for digital relocation and the new Tenant Hub feature aimed at helping individuals find housing together. Learn more about the episode, Marieke and Settly in the show notes.More

Click play to listen why Salmaan thinks overcompensation is good.

Permissionless Inclusion, One Meal at a Time with Yasmina Khababi | Show notes episode 126

Yasmina Khababi connects climate change and migration through food with her platform, Freshtable. She emphasizes inclusion, leveraging the skills of refugees and creating sustainable systems. Her journey highlights that food serves as a bridge, fostering empathy and community. Yasmina’s approach champions values-driven business and recognizes the role of privilege in shaping opportunities.More

Why we need immigration? Here’s Marieke’s take.