Innovation doesn’t always start with code — sometimes, it starts with connection. In this episode of the Women in STEM Podcast, host Kelly Shungu sits down with Virginia Frischkorn, founder of Partytrick, a tech-enabled platform transforming the way we plan, host, and experience events.

With a background in Art History and Psychology, Virginia’s journey into tech isn’t traditional, but it’s deeply intentional. After orchestrating over $100 million worth of events, she saw a need for a scalable, joyful, and human-centred solution. So she built it.

Together, we explore:

✨ How non-STEM degrees can drive powerful innovation

📱 The tech behind Partytrick — and why it works

💪 Navigating entrepreneurship as a woman and single mom

🎯 Building confidence, credibility, and community in tech

🛠️ Balancing automation with human connection

💡 Advice for aspiring founders who feel “non-technical”

Virginia’s story is one of creativity, clarity, and courage — and a reminder that leading with empathy is a powerful tool for innovation. Whether you’re launching a startup or still shaping your idea, this episode will leave you inspired to build boldly — and joyfully.

⭐ CONNECT WITH US ⭐

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-ann-shungu/

Podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-stem-podcast/

All links: https://linktr.ee/womeninstem_podcast

Instagram: @womeninstem_podcast

⭐ GUEST LINKS ⭐

Virginia Frischkorn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginiatfrischkorn/

Partytrick Website: https://www.partytrick.com/