About Mercedes Cebrian

Have you ever wondered about the brains behind innovative apps that simplify our lives? Meet Mercedes Cebrian Mercedes, the tech genius who turned her background in sports management into a trailblazing career in the tech industry, ultimately founding Parkorn, the UAE’s first Smart City mobile app.

Mercedes made a remarkable decision to leave behind her successful 17-year career in Sports Management and high-performance sports to venture into the tech industry as an entrepreneur. She embarked on a self-guided journey that undoubtedly gave her the best years of her life.

About this Episode

In this episode, we learn about Mercedes's incredible story and her experiences moving from Spain to the UK with limited knowledge of English and a dream to make it big. We also dive deeper into her current venture, Parkron, where Mercedes discusses the unique challenges and opportunities she faced as a female CEO in the tech industry.

Mercedes also shares insightful advice for aspiring women tech entrepreneurs and her reflections on maintaining a long-term vision in entrepreneurship. Tune in for this riveting conversation that promises insights into entrepreneurship, tech, and the journey of a female CEO in a male-dominated industry.

Quotes

2:17 – I wanted to do something that made me happy. I just wanted to be out there and be satisfied regardless of the country, city, or language.
5:07 - One of my key learnings is that the world won’t wait for you to be ready for life.
6:45 - Everything is possible with the right amount of discipline and the right mindset
14:23 - You have to keep learning and to keep yourself up to date with the latest trends
14:39 - Everyone in this world is a teacher, regardless of where they come from
15:48 - I can say from personal experience that by believing in yourself, setting up your goals and following them heartfully, whatever you wish to achieve is possible.
16:28 - Entrepreneurship is about having a very long-term vision. Look at it as a marathon and not as a sprint.

Useful Links

Website:https://parkron.com/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/parkron_uae/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/ParkronInternational

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mercedes-cebrian/

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