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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

How Anieke Lamers Closes the Inequality Gap by Backing Female Founders with Borski Fund | Show notes episode 124

In Episode 124 of Women Disrupting Tech, Anieke Lamers challenges the notion that female founders must endure struggles alone. She advocates for systemic support and an investment ecosystem that empowers women. Through her experience at Borski Fund, Lamers emphasizes empathy, diversity, and the necessity of structural change for future female entrepreneurs.More

Hear how Magali shares her experience at the new employee introduction of Mews.

Arosha Brouwer on Scaling Workplace Wellbeing with Impact and Integrity | Show notes episode 122

In this episode, Arosha Brouwer discusses her new role as Chief Impact Officer at True Tribe and the importance of impact in her work. She shares insights on the partnership between True Tribe and Quan, focusing on workplace wellbeing and predictive analytics. Arosha reflects on the acquisition journey, emphasizing the significance of integrity and alignment in business. She addresses the pressures faced as a female founder and the importance of building a legacy through impact. The conversation also covers lessons learned from VC funding and the value of healthy investor relations, concluding with advice for aspiring female founders.More

Click to hear Azin share the moment she knew the movie was making the right impact.

How Dayana Marin Valencia Bootstrapped Adasight to Global Growth | Show notes episode 121

Dayana Marin Valencia, co-founder of AdaSight, discusses her successful journey of building a global, bootstrapped company during the AI boom in the latest episode of Women Disrupting Tech. She emphasizes data as a guiding “co-pilot,” the importance of intentional remote work, and the evolving nature of mentorship for entrepreneurs.More

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