Women In Tech Republic

In this episode we caught up with Danae Shell, CEO and Co-Founder of Valla. As part of the episode, Danae offers her advice to other women considering starting their own company in tech and looking to raise investment. Danae also discuss how to navigate a non-inclusive environment in this heavily male-dominated industry. Resources: https://valla.uk/guide/guides-home https://www.tiktok.com/@valla.uk?lang=en https://valla.uk/guide/action-toolkit

In this episode we caught up with Director of Product and Engineering at Axel Springer, Anna McDougall. As part of the episode Anna talks about her transition into a career in tech, the particular challenges and benefits of having a non-technical background in this industry, and highlights what businesses should be doing to retain female tech talent. *You Belong In Tech: https://www.amazon.co.uk/You-Belong-Tech-Programming-Knowledge/dp/3982435811/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3C7F0MRVQ3G4O&keywords=Anna+McDougall+You+Belong+In+Tech&qid=1662372560&sprefix=anna+mcdougall+you+belong+in+tech%2Caps%2C66&sr=8-1

In this episode we caught up with Co-Founder of Manchester Tech Festival, Naomi Timperley to talk more about what the festival has in store! Having been consecutively named by Computer Weekly in their Most Influential Women In Tech list, Naomi also discusses the importance of and offers advice to other people looking to become role models. *Links* Manchester Tech Festival: https://www.manchestertechfestival.co.uk/ The Voices in the Shadow: https://theblackwomenintech.com/projects/the-voices-in-the-shadow-book/ Department for Education – Teach in Further Education: https://www.teach-in-further-education.campaign.gov.uk/

In this episode we caught up with Strategy Lead at dxw, Michelle Szaraz. As part of the episode Michelle discusses managing a technical team from a non-technical background, gives advice to those looking to create their own opportunities and highlights her top tips for women wanting to start their own venture in the tech space.

In this episode we caught up with Engineering Manager at Sanity.io, Phillipa Rodney. As part of the episode Phillipa discusses the most important skills to develop in a tech leadership position, offers advice to other women looking to progress in this male dominated space, and highlights the benefits of helping others succeed in their career. *Coded Bias https://www.netflix.com/title/81328723 https://www.codedbias.com/about