WomenWise

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our host Kavita Sharma sits down with Tamara Jordan , a finance manager who built her career without the traditional university degree or Big Four training. Tamara shares how she went from uncertain school leaver to qualified ACCA professional, the all-female team that changed her trajectory, and why imposter syndrome still shows up — even after years of promotion...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to build a career in tech as a woman — through career breaks, personal loss, and a global pandemic? In this episode of the Women Wise Podcast, host Kalina sits down with Nazrin, Head of IT Services and Business Transformation at Zurich Workplace Solutions, recording live from Dubai. Nazrin shares her remarkable journey from being the first female engineer in her...

Send us Fan Mail Curiosity is what separates teams that simply move fast from teams that solve the problems that matter. In this WomenWise Podcast episode, Kalina sits down with Manou Campbell, Head of Data and Information Systems at Medik8, to unpack what high-performing teams are really made of in fast-moving tech and data environments. Together, they explore how hiring choices shape team dynami...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the WomenWise Podcast , host Kavita Sharma speaks with Charlotte Frijns , CFO of Publicis Group, about ambition, timing, and making bold career moves before you feel fully prepared. Charlotte reflects on her journey from the Netherlands to London, starting out at PwC, moving into the media industry, and ultimately stepping into CFO leadership. She shares a defin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the WomenWise Podcast , Diya Badigar, WomenWise ambassador joined by Julie Brignac , Senior Vice President at Proxima , a leading procurement and supply chain consultancy. Julie shares her journey from starting out as an administrative assistant to becoming a senior leader - and what it really takes to grow a career as an underrepresented woman. We talk about ne...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the WomenWise Podcast , host Charlotte Goodger sits down with Remi Iyun , Finance Director, to unpack a career journey that doesn’t follow a straight line - and why that’s not a weakness. Remi reflects on more than 20 years in finance, moving from accountant to Finance Director, navigating male-dominated environments, stepping back from progression while raising...

Send us Fan Mail Last year, 60,000 women left the UK tech industry costing an estimated £3.5 billion. They didn’t just leave because of childcare or confidence. They left mainly because of culture, leadership, and a total lack of clear progression. In this episode of the WomenWise podcast, WomenWise founder Kalina sits down with Christina Lewis - former senior leader at Deliveroo and Bolt, and fou...

Send us Fan Mail In this WomenWise episode, Azmina Airi , Group Financial Controller at Channel 4, shares the real story behind her career in global finance — the highs, the hurdles, and the moments that reshaped her perspective. From travelling the world in audit, to leading major finance teams, to navigating motherhood and working through a cancer diagnosis, Azmina opens up about what leadership...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Kalina Tomova, Founder of WomenWise, sits down with Shraddha Nayak , Head of Engineering, who quite literally planned her tech career at 10 years old . Shraddha and Kalina talk about how a shy girl in an all-girls engineering college became the kind of leader who runs global teams, shapes engineering strategy, and still leads with heart, curiosity and intention. S...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Sophie Engwell , Head of Financial Control at Grosvenor, opens up about the power of speaking up and finding confidence at work. From overcoming self-doubt as a young manager to challenging moments of bias, Sophie shares why your voice matters — and how to use it effectively. She also reflects on balancing ambition with life changes, including motherhood, and why...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to our Finance Series! In this episode, Tejal Maniar, former Managing Director at BT One Phone, shares how she built confidence, found her voice in male-dominated industries, and learned to balance career success with wellbeing. From embracing discomfort to discovering your superpower, Tejal’s story is full of lessons on growth, resilience, and authentic leadership. Part o...

Send us Fan Mail In this WomenWise Podcast episode, clinical psychologist Dr Ellie Hambly joins host Kalina Tomova to explore burnout, resilience and the power of emotional alignment. Drawing from her own experience of burnout and years of work supporting parents and families, Ellie shares practical insights on how to recognise stress, reconnect with your values and build balance in a world that g...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Natasha Minter , founder of Model Me and Events by Tash , opens up about her personal journey from body dysmorphia and imposter syndrome to self-acceptance and purpose. Through her experience in the modelling industry and her work empowering others, Natasha shares how she learned to challenge negative self-talk, protect her wellbeing, and nurture a stronger sense...

Send us Fan Mail Maike Currie joins Kalina Tomova to unpack why women save more but invest less—and how we can change that. From the gender pension gap to starting with just £25/month, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to take control of their financial future. Maike is starting a course called MPowered Investor - MPowered Investors | 6-Week Online Investing Course for Women . Make su...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the WomenWise Podcast , Kalina Tomova sits down with Marta Bukala , Head of Digital at Bayer Consumer Health, to explore how curiosity - not coding - has shaped her journey through digital transformation, AI, and innovation. From growing up in Poland with a traditional approach to success, to leading cutting-edge tech initiatives without a technical degree, Mart...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the WomenWise Podcast, Kalina Tomova speaks with Amy Combrinck - a seasoned coach, trainer, and former Google leader - who now empowers individuals and teams to have the conversations that matter most. Together, they unpack: The biggest myths around negotiation Why women often don’t ask - and what happens when they do The science of anchoring in salary discussio...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Women Wise Podcast , we sit down with Lina Mikolajczyk, Director of Data Science and Engineering at Bumble, to explore her inspiring career journey from medicine to data science. Lina shares her bold career pivots, the importance of taking risks, and how women can overcome imposter syndrome to advocate for themselves. She also discusses leadership, transpare...

Send us Fan Mail In celebration of Women’s History Month, we're launching the WomenWise Podcast  and featuring  Joanne Biggadike , a leader in data governance. Joanne shares her unconventional journey into tech, highlighting the importance of transferable skills, mentorship, and leadership. She discusses how women can break barriers in the industry and succeed by focusing on their own growth,...