In episode 161, Karen Berg, partner at Healthy.Capital, argues that venture capital often overlooks the value of complex healthcare startups involved in regulatory processes, which offer genuine innovation. She emphasizes the importance of clinical validation, measurable impact, and respectful partnerships to create investable FemTech solutions that address real health issues beyond wellness.More
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Why the Funding Gap Starts Before Female Founders Ever Pitch | Show notes for episode 160 with Nithya Ruff
In episode 160, Nithya Ruff shares her inspiring journey from Bangalore to the US, highlighting the importance of independence, diversity, and innovation in tech. She discusses how her experiences shaped her leadership, the gender gap in venture funding, and the transformative potential of AI for women entrepreneurs.More
From Fragmentation to Collaboration in FemTech | Show notes for episode 159 with Maaike Steinebach and Sophie van Dijk
More than 90 FemTech companies in the Netherlands are working to close the gender health gap. Until FemTech NL connected them, most didn’t know the others existed. In episode 159 of the podcast, co-founders Maaike Steinebach and Sophie van Dijk walk through what it actually takes to align a fragmented industry: better data, better funding, and a shift from competition to collaboration.More
How This Female Founder Turned Fitness App Frustration into an AI Fitness Coach | Show notes for episode 158 with Zoe Pineau
In episode 158 of Women Disrupting Tech, Zoe Pineau shares her inspiring journey from weight loss to co-founding Fitly AI, a chat-based fitness app that simplifies tracking workouts and nutrition. Discover how her personal transformation, macro tracking insights, and AI innovations are revolutionizing fitness habits and app development.More
How Female Founders Build Financial Independence Before the Exit | Show notes for episode 157 with Ana Herrero-Wallace
In episode 157 of Women Disrupting Tech, Ana Herrero-Wallace shares her personal journey from financial trauma to an abundance mindset, emphasizing the importance of financial independence for women, and how mindset influences decision-making in money, entrepreneurship, and life.More
How Female Founders Build a Brand AI Will Recommend | Show notes for episode 156 with Rachel Gilley
In episode 156 of Women Disrupting Tech, Rachel Gilley, CEO of Clarity Global, shares her expertise on the impact of AI in communication, the importance of human oversight, and how companies can leverage AI tools like Surfacd for generative engine optimization. She also discusses gender diversity in leadership and the future of health tech.More
The Startup Operator’s Playbook: Turning Founder Vision into Reality with Eliza Moore | Show notes episode 148 of Women Disrupting Tech
In this episode, Eliza Moore, EVP of Client Experience & Operations at Prizeout, shares her journey from financial services to fintech, discussing the unique model of Prizeout and its collaboration with credit unions. She emphasizes the importance of operators in turning visions into reality, the lessons learned from her mentor, and the significance of creating opportunities for women in tech. Eliza also highlights the value of pattern recognition and mental models in decision-making and business strategy.More
The Anatomy of a Female Founder Story That Drives Action with Jennifer Cloer | Show notes episode 147 of Women Disrupting Tech
In this episode of Women Disrupting Tech, Jennifer Cloer discusses her journey in founding Story Changes Culture, emphasizing the importance of storytelling, especially for women in tech. She shares insights from her experience with the Chasing Grace Project, highlighting how personal stories can empower individuals and foster community. The discussion covers the elements of effective storytelling, the significance of authenticity, and the need for safe spaces for women to share their narratives. Jennifer also addresses the role of agency in storytelling and the importance of perspective, concluding with advice on how to elevate women’s voices in the tech industry.More
How a Female Founder Transforms Brain Injury Rehab with AI and VR with Faviola Dadis | Show notes episode 146
In this podcast interview, Faviola Brugger-Dadis discusses her transition from her first company, NeuroReality, to her current venture, Brain Boost XR. She explains how her new platform integrates artificial intelligence and virtual reality to provide personalised rehabilitation for patients with acquired brain injuries. The technology uses gamified experiences and digital twins to improve patient engagement and restore personal dignity, addressing high dropout rates seen in traditional therapy. Brugger-Dadis also shares her perspective as a female founder in a male-dominated industry, highlighting the importance of finding investors who offer genuine collaboration rather than just capital. Ultimately, the source highlights her vision of using advanced tech to make clinical recovery more effective, accessible, and human-centric.More
Scaling Your Startup Without Losing Its Soul with Relinde Boerman | Show notes episode 145
In episode 145 of Women Disrupting Tech, Relinde Boerman, Lead Recruiter at Polarsteps, discusses the importance of hiring for values to maintain company culture during rapid growth. She emphasizes prioritizing talent density over individual brilliance and taking time in recruitment to ensure alignment with company values, ultimately strengthening the organization as it expands.More