Women in Tech Trailblazers: Authenticity Unleashed

Today’s episode is short, but it’s full of heart. Jordan is stepping back from the mic, and we wanted to have an honest conversation about why.  It’s not easy to walk away from something you care deeply about, but sometimes it’s exactly what’s needed.  We talk about seasons, grace, boundaries, and what it means to support one another when things shift. This space has always been about authenticity...

Welcome back, Trailblazers! Tiffany and Jordan, here and today’s guest is a serious force. Meet Hagan Kappler, founder of Daisy, and someone who knows exactly what it means to build something from scratch and mean it. This episode is all about doing business your way, even when the world tries to hand you a script. We dive into Hagan’s wild and winding career journey from history major to McKinsey...

What’s up, Trailblazers! Tiffany and Jordan here with a new episode that’s about to shake up how you think about career growth, confidence, and real leadership. Today’s guest is Beth Pittman, an HR expert turned entrepreneur who’s on a mission to help women stop playing small and start owning their path. Beth gets real about what it was like to step into tech without knowing the lingo, the politic...

Hey Trailblazers! Tiffany and Jordan are back with an episode that’s going to shift the way you think about leadership, mindset, and owning your story. This week, we sat down with Uma Subramanian, founder of Limitless Leaders and former Microsoft powerhouse, to talk about what it really means to be limitless in your career. Uma walks us through her early days trying to blend in at Microsoft and ho...

Welcome back, Trailblazers. Today’s episode hits different. Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin are joined by certified leadership coach Lisa Stryker, who’s here to talk about the moments most people skip in their highlight reel, confusion, redirection, and the stretch between doing the work and actually leading. Lisa opens up about entering full-time work later than most, getting handed a high-vi...

Hey Trailblazers! Tiffany and Jordan are in the house with an episode that hits you right in the moment between where you are and where you want to be. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is this it?” or “What if I want more?” then this conversation with Kelli Schutrop is calling your name. Kelli has taken more than one leap, and no, we’re not talking about a small title change. She’s walked straight...

Hey Trailblazers! Today’s episode is all about impact without ego. Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin are back with a powerful conversation featuring Steve Eanes, a tech sales leader who lives and breathes real allyship. From a childhood hustle selling newspapers and candy to 25 years of crushing quotas in tech, Steve’s journey is more than a career path. It’s a mindset shift. Steve opens up abou...

Hey Trailblazers! Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin here with a powerful new episode of "Women in Tech Trailblazers." Today, we’re talking all about community, conflict, and what it really means to rise together with our guest, Jessica Uranga, Executive Director of Beautiful Lives. If you’ve ever felt torn between being kind and being competitive, this one’s for you. Jessica’s story st...

Hey Trailblazers! You know when an episode feels more like a movement? That’s exactly what you’re in for today. Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin are sitting down with La’Ron Louis, a global DEI (Diversity, equity, and inclusion) leader who’s not just doing the work but living it every single day. If you’ve ever felt unseen in your career or wondered what it really takes to drive inclusion beyon...

Hey Trailblazers! Today’s episode is one you don’t want to miss. Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin are in conversation with Ambika Saklani Bhardwaj, a powerhouse in data and analytics who’s now diving deep into generative AI. From working in finance operations to leading in retail tech, Ambika’s journey is anything but ordinary. She walks us through the moment she realized she didn’t want to do...

Hey Trailblazers, Welcome back to Women in Tech Trailblazers. Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin here, and today, we’re diving into the power of data, leadership, and career pivots with Tammy Waggoner. She’s spent over 30 years in finance, sales enablement, and now data strategy, proving that no career path is linear. If you've ever wondered how to use data to make smarter career moves, this...

Hey Trailblazers! It’s another episode of Women in Tech Trailblazers, and today, Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin are talking to someone who’s making serious waves in the tech world. Meet Jewell Callahan, a young future innovator who started her coding journey at 15 and never looked back. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to navigate tech as a woman, this episode is for you. Jewell breaks d...

Hey Trailblazers! Today, we’re bringing you a conversation you don’t want to miss. We’re sitting down with Sarah Vogel, an Information Systems student at the University of Arkansas who is redefining what it means to be a woman in tech before even graduating. From finding herself as the only woman in the room to leading initiatives that change the game, Sarah’s story is a masterclass in showing up,...

Hey Trailblazers! Buckle up for another thought-provoking episode of Women in Tech Trailblazers. Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin here, and today, we’re diving into a conversation that will change the way you think about success, creativity, and authenticity in your career. Joining us is Srividya Venkatasubramanya , a powerhouse in the arts and nonprofit world. She’s here to break down how tapp...

Hey Trailblazers! Get ready for another thrilling episode of Women in Tech Trailblazers. Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin here, and today, we’re diving into the inspiring story of Tharuna Niranjan, Senior Director of Payments and Fraud at Walmart Global Tech. From launching iconic platforms like YouTube Premium to empowering women in tech, Tharuna’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. We...

Hey Trailblazers! It’s another day with another amazing guest here on Women in Tech Trailblazers! Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin are thrilled to bring you Ashley Cerda—a mental health professional, CEO, and a master at helping people rediscover themselves. Buckle up because we’re diving into what it means to truly prioritize mental wellness. We start with a conversation about burnout. Raise y...

Hey Trailblazers! Welcome back to Women in Tech Trailblazers with your hosts, Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin. Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Mark Macioce, Vice President and CIO of Masco Corporation. Mark’s journey spans over two decades in technology, leadership, and mentorship, and he’s here to share what it takes to shape the leaders of tomorrow. We kick things off with authenticity. For...

Hey Trailblazers! Get ready for another impactful episode of Women in Tech Trailblazers with co-host Tiffany Benitez. Today, we’re thrilled to host Dan Rice, Associate Managing Director of AI Risk and Governance at Kroll. Dan’s career journey, from law school to becoming a leader in AI governance, is packed with wisdom and lessons on inclusive leadership. We kick things off by diving into Dan’s pe...

Hey Trailblazers! Welcome back to Women in Tech Trailblazers with hosts Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin, who are ready to bring you another dynamic episode. Today, we’re diving into a powerful conversation with Tracy Henry, a trailblazer who’s all about balance, authenticity, and living a “hell yes” life.  Tracy’s journey is a masterclass in resilience. From navigating single motherhood to thr...

Hey Trailblazers! Buckle up because today on "Women in Tech Trailblazers," Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin dive into a career-changing conversation with Lynn Wong, a powerhouse executive coach and wellness strategist. Lynn’s story takes us from the fast lanes of international supply chain management to a purposeful journey of helping others lead with authenticity. Lynn kicks things off by rede...

Hey Trailblazers! Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin here with another episode of "Women in Tech Trailblazers" that you don’t want to miss! Today, we’re joined by Anupriya Sharma, the dynamic force behind technology strategy at Walmart, where she’s tackled everything from mergers and acquisitions to supply chain transformations. Anupriya starts by diving into her career journey, revealing how she...

Hey Trailblazers! Welcome back to another powerful episode of "Women in Tech Trailblazers." Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin are here, and today, we’re diving deep into a topic that matters—emotional intelligence in tech. Our guest, Kasturi Joglekar, also known as KJ, brings a wealth of knowledge from her role as a Product Manager at Walmart and as a certified self-image and confidence coach. K...

Hey Trailblazers! Tiffany and Jordan are back with another episode of "Women in Tech Trailblazers." Today, we're chatting with Suzy Goodwin, a wellness expert and ultra-marathoner who knows exactly what it takes to stay healthy while thriving in the tech world. Suzy’s all about helping us find that balance—and trust us, you don’t want to miss her insights. Suzy starts by sharing her secret to work...

Welcome back, Trailblazers! Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin are here with another empowering episode of "Women in Tech Trailblazers." Today, we’re excited to chat with Marsha Shelly, a woman who’s redefining what it means to pivot in the tech world. Marsha opens up about what it means to be truly authentic in tech. She’s all about showing up as your real self—no masks, no pretending....

Hey Trailblazers! Welcome back to another episode of the "Women in Tech Trailblazers" podcast with Tiffany Benitez and Jordan Franklin. Today, we’re thrilled to have Sydney Johnson joining us. Sydney is a fresh face in the tech world, coming from a background in hospitality, and she’s here to share her journey of stepping into a new industry and finding her footing. We kick things off by...