In this episode, Sade is joined by Giovanna Roma, Senior HR Manager at Picus Capital, for an insightful conversation about one of the most critical elements of startup success: hiring the right people at the right time.

They dive into:

• The unique challenges and opportunities of hiring in early-stage startups
• Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) should be built into hiring practices from day one
• How founders can determine when it's the right time to hire an HR professional
• What early teams should focus on when developing their talent strategy

Giovanna shares real-world advice drawn from her experience working closely with startups across industries, offering practical insights for founders, early team members, and aspiring HR leaders alike.

Whether you're launching your first startup or refining your hiring approach, this episode delivers valuable takeaways you won't want to miss.

In this episode, Sade sits down with Vessela Krissel, the Founder of Tomorrow Belongs to Her. Together, they explore the inspiration behind the initiative, the critical gaps it aims to fill, and why gatherings like these are essential for advancing women in leadership. Vessela shares what truly lifting each other up looks like in real workplaces and what companies can do to better support women at every level. Plus, she offers a glimpse into the exciting, invite-only event we are partnering on, and shares her heartfelt advice for young women just starting their leadership journeys.

If you're passionate about women's empowerment and leadership, this conversation is one you won't want to miss!

In this episode, Sade is joined by Carmen, the Founder of Ivy Tech, who is on a mission to help companies build borderless tech teams for startups and scale-ups globally. 

Carmen shares her entrepreneurial journey, from transitioning from events management to founding her own tech company. She reflects on pivotal moments, including embracing the role of CEO, navigating cultural differences, and overcoming unexpected challenges. 

Carmen also discusses the resilience required in the early days of Ivy Tech and the key lessons she’s learned as a founder. If you're looking to embark on your own entrepreneurial journey, this episode is packed with valuable insights and essential skills for success.

In this episode, Sade is joined by Birte, Co-Founder of Erblotse, where they discussed the following topics:

• Birte's motivations for founding Erblotse.
• Developing your go-to market strategy.
• Her experience being 1/4 founders, including the challenges and advantages.

I hope you enjoy this conversation!

In today's episode, Sade is joined by Heleen, Chief People & Impact Officer at ecoligo where they discussed the following topics:

• Relocating and working abroad in a different culture.
• The biggest challenge working across different cultures as a woman.
• Speaking the language of men and the importance of this for women in leadership positions.
• The future of the world of leadership.

In this episode, Sade is joined by Monica Garza, Global Vice President of Product Creation - where they discussed Women in Leadership.

Topic discussed:

- Obstacles faced as a Woman in Leadership

- Biases experienced

- Masculine vs. Feminine traits, the pros and cons of both

- Gender gap in leadership positions

- Confidence at work

- Overcoming obstacles and being bold

- The Importance of building a community

- Defining your own success

I hope you enjoy this episode! 

In this episode, Sade is joined the newly appointed CEO at Clue (ex CPO). Founded in 2013, Clue is a menstrual health app developed by the Berlin-based technology company BioWink GmbH, with over 10 million users from 190 countries.

Topics covered:

• Rhiannon's journey into tech and her main motivations
• Challenges she faced in the beginning of her career
• Developing a tech product for women as a women
• The importance of building products using a gender inclusive lens 
• Speaking the language of men (in relation investors and board meetings)

*It's important to note, this episode was recorded whist Rhiannon was working as CPO at Clue.

In this episode, Sade is joined by Mary, CEO and Co-Founder of Enzum, where she shares her founding journey so far.

With all the highs and lows of being a founder, Sade and Mary dive into topics such as fundraising, loneliness, stepping out of your comfort zone, as well as going from having a boss to being a boss.

Enjoy!

Website - https://www.enzum.com/

Back after the summer break 🏝

With many benefits to getting into tech, the financial benefit is one that we do not speak about much, especially amongst women. Anya shares her experience in looking for a job that pays well which ultimately landed her in the tech space and the advice she would give to other women when considering a career with the financials in mind 💸