On this week’s episode of Women Talk Tech, Marie Wiese is joined by Miri Rodriguez, CEO & Founder of Empressa AI and co-author of The Women of Microsoft. Miri is also a global thought leader in storytelling and has spent over a decade at Microsoft helping shape the company’s narrative.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

💡 Technology must be human-centric and inclusive to truly serve everyone.

💡 AI can be both a risk and an equalizer for women in tech.

💡 Confidence, collaboration, and bringing others along is the key to breaking systemic barriers.

Grab a copy of The Women of Microsoft here: https://www.mirirod.com/en/books/the-women-of-microsoft-2025.html

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In honour of International Women’s Month, Women Talk Tech in collaboration with Marketing Copilot® hosted a thought-provoking panel discussion entitled “Are We Still on Mute?”.

"Are We Still On Mute: Women in the Microsoft Ecosystem in 2025” is more than just another panel — it’s a real, unfiltered discussion about where women stand in tech today; what’s changed, what hasn’t, and how we move forward.

Meet The Panelists:

👉 Marie Wiese: linkedin.com/revenueengineering

👉 Cherie Griffith-Dunn: / linkedin.com/cheriegriffithdunn

👉 Kim Congleton: linkedin.com/kcongleton

👉 Kelly Mazur: linkedin.com/kelly-mazur

👉 Jennifer Harris: linkedin.com/jharristmc

👉 El Bush: linkedin.com/el-bush

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On this week’s episode of Women Talk Tech, Marie Wiese is joined by Yasmin Abdi, Founder and CEO of noHack . Yasmin Abdi is a pioneering leader in cybersecurity, committed to redefining digital security and empowering organizations to navigate today’s evolving threat landscape. Tune in to hear Yasmin's insights on the evolution of cybersecurity, common mistakes startups make regarding security, and how we can better amplify underrepresented voices in the technology industry. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

💡 Yasmin emphasizes that cybersecurity is not just a technology problem, but a business problem. 

💡 Both Yasmin and Marie discuss how mentorship and support are crucial for advancing women in the technology sector.

💡 Yasmin shares her life philosophy, "Grow as I climb" and discussing the importance of uplifting those around us. 

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On this week's episode of Women Talk Tech, the full team sits down to recap 2024 - the good, the bad, and the ugly! Tune in to discover some of the key events that impacted the technology sector this past year and to hear about the team's hopes for the year ahead.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

💡 Diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts faced setbacks in 2024.

💡 AI's potential remains uncertain, with both positive and negative implications.

💡 Going into 2025, human connection and transparency must be at the forefront.

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On this week’s episode of our Responsible AI series, Marie Wiese is joined by Lorilyn McCue, AI Product Manager at Superhuman. Lorilyn has a unique background, having transitioned from serving a decade in the military to product management at Google, Slack, and AI startup Empyra. Tune in to hear Lorilyn’s insights on how AI can save time and enhance productivity, the challenges of achieving gender parity in AI, and the future of responsible AI adoption.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

💡 Every technology has potential downsides, and AI is no exception. We need to develop policies, like we have done with previous technologies, so that it is used correctly.

💡 Lorilyn emphasizes how AI tools can significantly improve efficiency in daily tasks and encourages others to explore various AI tools and see what works for them.

💡 Women need to be at the forefront of AI innovation and can start by trying out new tools and taking risks.

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Stay in Touch with Lorilyn McCue:

https://x.com/superhuman

https://www.linkedin.com/company/superhuman-co/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorilynmccue/

https://www.tiktok.com/@superhumanco

For the 100th episode of Women Talk Tech, our Producers, Maddie Yule and El Bush, take over the podcast to discuss their key takeaways from Community Summit 2024.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

💡 Organizations should prioritize young voices in speaking opportunities.

💡 Individual ethical stances on AI are crucial in today's tech landscape.

💡 Using your platform for good is a responsibility we all share.

RESPONSIBLE AI RESOURCES:

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On this week’s episode of our Responsible AI series, Marie Wiese is joined by Nicole Johnson, the Global Director of Social Impact at Cadence Design Systems! During the episode, they discuss the FEM AI initiative aimed at empowering women in the AI workforce. Tune in to hear Nicole's insights on the importance of inclusivity in AI development, and the need for a rebranding of the tech industry to attract more women.

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 

💡Nicole highlights the three major leakage points — STEM degree completion, accessing first jobs, and retention.

💡AI presents a huge opportunity to rebrand tech and attract more women into the field, but we need to build with people, not just for them, to create real change.

💡Marie & Nicole discuss how the level of engagement at the summit was inspiring! With partnerships from nonprofits and organizations alike, we’re confident the FEM AI initiative will only continue to grow and evolve over the next year.

👉 JOIN THE FEM.AI ALLIANCE

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On this week’s episode of our Responsible AI series, Marie Wiese is joined by Simran Abbas, a recent graduate & process improvement analyst at National Grid. Simran shares her journey into the tech sector and the process of transitioning into the workforce. Tune in to listen to Simran’s insights on the impact of AI on various industries, how failure is the greatest motivator, and how Gen Z is using AI and technology in their work!

Stay Connected with Us:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-talk-tech-podcast/

Instagram: @womentalktechpodcast

Website: Womentalktech.co

Connect with Simran:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simran-abbas-666879172/

Tik Tok: @simranabbas74

Key Takeaways 💡

- Simran shares her journey into the technology sector and the challenges she faced transitioning into the professional world.

- Simran offers the Gen Z perspective on artificial intelligence and its benefits.

- Simran and Marie discuss how failure is the best motivator for success.

This week, Marie Wiese is joined by Srinimisha Morkonda Gnanasekaran, Director of Data Science at Western Digital. Srinimisha holds a BS degree in Computer Science and Cybernetics from the University of Reading, UK and a MS in Computer Science from the University of Colorado, Boulder, USA and has played a pioneering role in introducing and launching cutting-edge technology-driven solutions. Tune in to hear Srinimisha's insights on the evolution of AI, the role of women in the field, and the impact of AI in manufacturing.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-talk-tech-podcast/

Instagram: @womentalktechpodcast

Website: Womentalktech.co

Connect with Srinimisha:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srinimishamorkonda/

Key Takeaways 💡

- Marie and Srinimisha discuss how women are increasingly gravitating towards AI and machine learning.

- Srinimisha shares her insights on how AI is playing a crucial role in manufacturing by enabling companies to unlock new levels of performance and efficiency. -

Srinimisha offers three key pieces of advice for young women entering the field of AI: stay focused on your objectives, be patient, and build a personal brand that showcases your capabilities and expertise.

For the first episode of our Responsible AI series, Marie Wiese is joined by Karina Nielsen, CEO of Ciellos Inc. Karina Nielsen is a recognized executive leader in the IT industry with three decades of expertise within Microsoft Dynamics ERP/CRM and collaborating closely with Microsoft. Tune in to hear Karina's insights on building a diverse and inclusive company culture, how AI offers opportunities for efficiency and improved user experiences, and how we must remain committed to learning and adapting as the tech industry continues to evolve. 

Stay Connected with Us: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-talk-tech-podcast/

Instagram: @womentalktechpodcast

Website: Womentalktech.co

Connect with Karina:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kanielsen/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/ciellos

Key Takeaways 💡

- Karina discusses how building a diverse and inclusive company culture is crucial for attracting and retaining talent.

- AI offers opportunities for efficiency and improved user experiences, but responsible development is essential.


- Karina and Marie examine how we must continuous learn and adapt to the new opportunities that the tech industry offers.