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
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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
A Systemic Approach to Implementing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with Karim El Oteify | Show notes on episode 82 of Women Disrupting Tech
In Episode 82 of Women Disrupting Tech, Karim El Oteify discusses the complexities of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Emphasizing that DEI requires systemic change rather than superficial tactics, he explores the role of privilege in progress, the importance of human-centered solutions, and how collective efforts can foster sustainable outcomes in the workplace.More
The Power of Storytelling for Unconditional Inclusion with Pim Blom | Show notes on episode 81 of Women Disrupting Tech
Pim Blom transitions from a strategic consultant to a freelance journalist and LGBTQ+ advocate, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in promoting workplace inclusion. In the Women Disrupting Tech podcast, he discusses the significance of LGBTQ+ representation, the role of allies, and education in fostering diversity, promoting a vision where everyone can be their true selves.More
Gini’s Journey to Inclusive and Sustainable Travel Experiences with Virginia Scheele | Show notes on episode 80 of Women Disrupting Tech
In Episode 80 of Women Disrupting Tech, entrepreneur Virginia Scheele shares her journey from microbiology to founding travel platforms GINI and MATI. She emphasizes overcoming rejection, maximizing profitability for positive impact, and the importance of a supportive network in entrepreneurship. The episode encourages inclusion and empowerment in the tech industry.More
Minder financiële stress en betere geldkeuzes met Sofie’s Astrid Bruinsma-Eggink | Show notes on episode 79 of Women Disrupting Tech
Astrid Bruinsma-Eggink, founder of Sofie, emphasizes the importance of actionable plans in financial health. In a Dutch podcast episode, she discusses behavioral science’s role in promoting financial literacy and health among employees. Sofie aims to assist 100 million Europeans in overcoming financial stress while encouraging small, manageable changes towards better financial decisions.More
Building Food for Skin, Wallet and Planet with Angela Ursem | Show notes on episode 77 of Women Disrupting Tech
Angela Ursem’s career pivoted after learning about Overshoot Day, prompting her to leave her marketing career and co-found Food for Skin during the pandemic. This beauty B Corp focuses on sustainable, edible ingredients and profitability to create lasting change. The episode on Women Disrupting Tech discusses how Angela and her sister are transforming the industry while balancing purpose and profit.More
Unlocking The Value of Diversity in Leadership With Roots Inspire CEO Sergio Panday | Show notes on episode 71 of Women Disrupting Tech
In Episode 71 of Women Disrupting Tech, Sergio Panday discusses how Roots Inspire enhances ethnic diversity in corporate leadership. He reflects on the George Floyd murder as a catalyst for change, shares strategies for measuring DEI impact, and critiques the notion of allyship, emphasizing that diversity is an organizational challenge.More
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