Women Disrupting Tech

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In my podcast, Women Disrupting Tech, I give a platform to the women who are successful entrepreneurs in tech. I aim to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech sector. I believe this will lead to better solutions to the three problems of our time: the climate crisis, exploding demand for healthcare services, and poverty. In each episode, a woman from the tech world shares her inspiring story and knowledge to inspire other women to join the growing force of women disrupting the tech sector. Subscribe for your weekly dose of female entrepreneurship inspiration.

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APR 10, 2025

Episode 96: How tex.tracer's Supply Chain Transparency Empowers Fashion Brands with Jolanda Kooi

Fashion brands talk about sustainability. But how do they prove it?

In this episode of Women Disrupting Tech, tex.tracer founder Jolanda Kooi shares how she is using verified data to build transparent supply chains that empower real change in the fashion industry.

We talk about transparency as a competitive advantage, how data cuts through greenwashing, and what it takes to raise the bar for industry standards.

Jolanda also opens up about the reality of fundraising as a female founder in tech.

Tune in to discover how transparent supply chains are reshaping the future of fashion. And dont forget to check out the show notes for links to connect with Jolanda and tex.tracer.

61 MIN

APR 2, 2025

Episode 95: How SkilledIn Green Is Fixing the Sustainability Talent Gap with Natasha Syed

In Episode 95 of Women Disrupting Tech, Natasha Syed shares how she is fixing hiring for sustainability jobs by closing the talent gap.

She explains the role of skills-based learning, the realities of bootstrapping a startup, and what it takes to build a green talent pipeline.

As a solo founder, Natasha also opens up about the challenges of building a business from scratch and shares advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Listen now on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube. And check out the show notes on the blog for links to connect with Natasha and SkilledIn Green.

67 MIN

MAR 26, 2025

Episode 94: Funding and Building the Future of Venture Capital with Michelle ter Laak

In this episode of Women Disrupting Tech, Michelle Ter Laak shares her journey into venture capital, the role of diversity in decision-making, and the evolving landscape of B2B SaaS.

We explore AI, cybersecurity, and impact investing, as well as the shift from traditional VC to a founder-first approach.

Michelle also highlights how female investors can shape the future of funding and why we should be proud of the progress we've made in the past few decades.

Listen now to gain insights into how VC is changing and how you can be part of the future.

You can find the show notes, with Michelle's bio and links to connect on the Women Disrupting Tech blog.

48 MIN

MAR 19, 2025

Episode 93: The Message That Changed the Future of Th3rd with Esther Bisschop

Esther Bisschop joins me to reveal how one cold LinkedIn message changed the trajectory of Th3rd, taking it from the brink of bankruptcy to an acquisition by Snap Inc.

We dive into the realities of startup life, from managing uncertainty to adapting to industry shifts and seizing unexpected opportunities. Esther also shares her experiences scaling in Europe, the growing startup scene in India, and why venture capital needs to do more to fund mixed teams.

Listen to episode 93 of Women Disrupting Tech on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, and Amazon. And don't forget to check out the show notes on the Women Disrupting Tech blog.

83 MIN

MAR 12, 2025

Episode 92: Taking Venture Capital Beyond Bias with Sophie Heijenberg

How can we use biases to future-proof Venture Capital?

Sophie Heijenberg, investor at No Such Ventures, is on a mission to rethink how funding works. She has been the only woman on a trading floor, walked into meetings where she was mistaken for the assistant, and now makes investment decisions that challenge the status quo.

In this episode, we uncover:✅ Why bias in VC is not just a problem but part of the solution.✅ How smart investors look beyond the checklist to fund the best ideas.✅ The role of networks in shaping who gets funded and who doesn’t.

Sophie is proving that venture capital can and should be different. Ready to learn how?

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or Amazon.

53 MIN

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