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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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
Using Data to Build a Gender-Equal Future in Entrepreneurship with Katty Hsu | Show notes on episode 78 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 78 of Women Disrupting Tech, Katty Hsu discusses the importance of data in promoting inclusive entrepreneurship. With a diverse background, she emphasizes collaboration and dialogue to close the gender gap. The episode highlights the need for improved educational resources and reveals insights from the upcoming SHELEADS+ report on gender equality in entrepreneurship.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
The Twin Protocol to Redefine How We Preserve Our Legacy with Stacey Engle | Show notes on episode 76 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 76 of Women Disrupting Tech, Stacey Engle discusses her company, Twin Protocol, which utilizes AI-powered digital twins to enhance knowledge-sharing and legacy preservation. The episode explores solutions for protecting these twins from hacking and deepfakes, along with Engle’s entrepreneurial journey and her commitment to promoting gender equality in tech.More
Building a Tech Startup Inside a Bank with Lieke Hölscher | Show notes on episode 75 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 75 of Women Disrupting Tech, Lieke Hölscher discusses building a tech startup within Rabobank, focusing on software for detecting money laundering. Key topics include scaling teams, fostering a culture of ownership and diversity, and the importance of diverse perspectives in problem-solving. Check out this blog post for more info on the episode and Lieke.More
The Guide to Building a Unicorn Team with Ingeborg van Harten | Show notes on episode 74 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 74 of Women Disrupting Tech, Ingeborg van Harten discusses the essential steps to building a unicorn-worthy team. Key insights include attracting top talent, fostering a culture of value and inclusion, and the importance of transparency in pay. This episode provides practical strategies for sustainable growth in startups.More
Gespreksstarters voor een gelijkwaardiger investeringsklimaat met Fleur van Leijsen | Show notes on episode 73 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 73 of Women Disrupting Tech, Fleur van Leijsen discusses the challenges women face in raising funds compared to men. She shares insights from her research, including conversation starters designed to address biases between investors and female founders. The episode emphasizes the need for improving gender equality in startup funding.More
How to Move from 9-to-5 Corporate to Scale-up Impact with Manisha Athukorala | Show notes on episode 72 of Women Disrupting Tech
In episode 72 of Women Disrupting Tech, Manisha Athukorala shares her transition from a corporate career to scale-ups. We discuss her roles at Uber Eats, Sword Health and Mews. She emphasizes the importance of preparation, cultural adaptation, and intersectionality for fostering diversity in tech. Listen to her playbook on how to move from a 9-to-5 corporate job to making an impact at a scale-up.More
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