Queens of Tech Podcast | 100 Voices of Impact | Representation Matters!

Jasmine Moradi Harbou-Hals — from refugee to system shifter. Born in Iran, raised in Sweden, and now rebuilding the world from Cannes. Once a refugee girl navigating visible and invisible borders, she now dismantles them — turning every barrier into a blueprint for change. Redesigning the future through UX Research & Behavioral Science across MusicTech | TravelTech | Inclusive Innovation , Jas...

Jingjin is a trailblazing entrepreneur dedicated to advancing women's inclusion and social justice across Asia. As the Founder of ELEVATE with Uma Thana, she spearheads a dynamic group of companies committed to redefining societal, organizational, and individual norms to rebalance power and drive meaningful change for women at every stage of their professional journey. Jingjin's career is marked b...

Solona is a problem solver and strategic thinker who is passionate about working with educators to create learning environments that allow all students to see themselves as life-long learners of science. Before joining Leading Educators, Solona worked with state, district, and school leaders to develop strategies and implement systems for increasing leader capacity and teacher effectiveness. Most...

Adaeze Iloeje-Udeogalanya is a TEDx speaker and founder of African Women in STEM, an organization empowering African women in STEM fields globally. With two decades of experience in engineering and energy, she has managed projects worth over half a billion dollars. As a catalyst for change, Adaeze speaks powerfully about cultural inclusion and community building. Her TEDx Talk challenges professio...

Arpita Vats is a Senior AI Engineer at LinkedIn, specializing in feed recommendation and large-scale machine learning models. She worked as a Research Scientist Intern at Meta and Amazon, focusing on Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI. With extensive experience in recommender systems, computer vision, and natural language processing, Arpita has authored multiple research papers and con...

Alexandra David is an Enterprise Solutions Consultant at Figma with over a decade of experience in the SaaS industry. She specializes in Pre-sales Strategy and Solutions Consulting. Her extensive knowledge of go-to-market strategies and SaaS-driven innovation has significantly contributed to her expertise in technology solutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cosima Meyer is a senior data scientist at SAP. In her previous role at IBM, she took machine learning products from concept to production. She was also a co-leader of IBM's Data Science Methods Community where she managed data science asset development. Cosima is passionate about building sustainable machine-learning products and creating relevant frameworks for working with and using AI. She won...

Nandeeta Seth has 20 years of experience spanning tech product and monetization roles at TikTok, Google, and management consulting. She holds an MBA in Finance & Strategy from Columbia University's Business School. Nandeeta has lived and worked on four continents, embracing a global perspective. She is a strong and relentless advocate for diverse teams and women in tech. Hosted on Acast. See a...

Jennifer Moore is a dynamic Chief Product Officer, business owner, and thought leader, renowned for her ability to drive innovation, growth, and cultural transformation in both global enterprises and local startups. As the founder of Strategies that Spark, Jennifer offers a suite of consulting services, including interim and fractional executive Product leadership, organizational design and talent...

Rania Hoteit is a globally recognized entrepreneur, impact leader, and innovation strategist, celebrated for her outstanding contributions to business, technology, and sustainability. She has received prestigious honors from institutions such as The White House, the United Nations, and the United Kingdom Houses of Parliament, as well as accolades like the Global CEO Excellence Award. As a serial e...

Natia Kvaratskhelia is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at I Know , where she has served since 2020, leveraging over 15 years of experience in finance and technology. Natia's career began in finance, progressing through roles from accountant to financial advisor, which equipped her with strong analytical and strategic skills. In 2014, she transitioned to IT, excelling in various positions such as...

Riley Coleman (they/them) is a seasoned expert in human-centered design with a rebellious spirit, dedicated to accelerating AI literacy with a focus on responsible, ethical innovation. With over 15 years shaping digital experiences, Riley brings a deeply empathetic approach, driven by the belief that technology should elevate human potential rather than replace it. Riley’s career is rich with impa...

Maeva Cecchi is currently a Lead UX at Amadeus, a company that powers the global travel and tourism industry. She leads the UX Competency Center for Amadeus Discover, where she is responsible for implementing UX strategy through cross-functional collaboration. Maeva also develops a "UX as a Service" approach for major clients, focusing on improving both conversion rates and user experience through...

Kelly Evans is a seasoned entrepreneur and small business owner who grew her first company to $5MM in annual revenue within just three years, drawing on her deep expertise in marketing, sales, and digital development. With extensive hands-on experience across all facets of digital marketing, she appreciates the critical role of inbound marketing and online platforms in the growth and resilience of...

Jen Morse (Iudice) leads the team responsible for foundational, conceptual, and tactical research insights that drive product development and refinement at Sonos. Her work informs and establishes essential parameters for human-centered design across various disciplines. Jen has been with Sonos since 2019. Before joining Sonos, she spent a decade at Teague, a global design consultancy at the inters...

Courtney Hurley is the co-founder of Screws + Stilettos and the Market Like a CMO course. With 19 years of digital marketing experience, she has worked with everything from Fortune 500 companies to local daycares. An entrepreneur with a foundation in SEO, SEM, analytics, and web design, Courtney also holds a marketing degree from Bentley University. Her expertise has since expanded to include emai...

Sheryl Cababa is the author of Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers . As a design researcher and strategist, she serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Optimistic Design, a research and insights studio in Seattle dedicated to education. Her work emphasizes systems thinking and equity-centered design, and she has collaborated with a diverse array of clients, including the Gates Foundat...

Kwanesia Bass is a Senior Program Manager at Yahoo, specializing in Technical Learning and Development. With a strong focus on digital transformation and cloud strategy, Kwanesia leads cutting-edge training programs in emerging technologies such as Generative AI and cloud platforms. In addition to her corporate work, she is a dedicated advocate for diversity and inclusion, actively mentoring and d...

Heather MacDonald is the Founder of Contemplating Life’s Choices , a coaching and leadership development practice dedicated to empowering high-performing diverse women and mothers who struggle with overthinking, people-pleasing, and perfectionism, all while striving to balance their careers and personal lives. In her role as a Principal Consultant at Pluralsight, Heather serves as a strategic thou...

Bobbie Racette is a pioneering force in the tech industry, embodying innovation and advocating for social change as the Founder & CEO of Virtual Gurus and VG OnDemand. Her dedication to fostering inclusivity and equitable opportunities has revolutionized the remote work sector, especially for marginalized communities. With her unique perspective as a Métis-Cree, 2SLGBTQIA+ woman entrepreneur,...

Building on more than 20 years of proven success in marketing, Nichole Austion, MBA, has served as vice president of public affairs for the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) since 2022. She originally joined NMSI in 2020 as director of marketing communications, quickly rising to senior director before taking on her current role. Nichole oversees a government affairs team responsible for...

Stephanie Barber is a passionate advocate for educational reform, dedicated to driving positive change through her extensive career in tutoring, non-profit work, and curriculum and assessment development. Currently, she channels her commitment to education into her role as a Product Manager for Reading.com at Teaching.com, where she leads the development of innovative technology designed to suppor...

Lois Melbourne served as the CEO and co-founder of Aquire Solutions for eighteen years, a company specializing in workforce analytics and talent management software. Through her work with global clients, she developed a deep curiosity about career choices and the unique stories behind them. After selling Aquire Solutions, Lois shifted her focus to empowering the next generation. She founded the no...

Peighton Woodard is a FemTech founder, military spouse, and, above all, a mom of two. While she never set out to dive into the tech world, life had other plans, guiding her toward a purpose beyond her imagination. Driven by a deep calling, she now finds herself at the forefront of FemTech, building a company that empowers women to reconnect with their bodies in transformative ways. Through the cre...

Lauren Carris, a first-generation scholar, transitioned from her academic career as a language and identity researcher to become a human-centered digital product leader. With over 20 years of experience across diverse industries, she draws on her interdisciplinary background and intersectional insights to drive innovation. As a people-first leader, Lauren excels at balancing product strategy with...