The Tech Girl

Join host Gertrude Chilufya on this powerful episode of The Tech Girl Podcast as she speaks with Brazil’s top LinkedIn voice, Felipe dos Anjos Almeida. Known for his impactful talks, workshops, and mentorship, Felipe challenges companies to move beyond performative gestures and truly embrace diversity, inclusion, and innovation in the workplace.Felipe shares his inspiring journey and transformative projects like “Trans Sub,” an initiative empowering trans women in tech. Together, Gertrude and Felipe unpack what authentic employer branding really looks like, the importance of representation in leadership, and how each of us can be an effective ally for lasting change.Whether you’re in tech, HR, or simply passionate about equity and inclusion, this conversation delivers fresh perspectives and actionable insights to help build a more inclusive future.Connect with Felipe:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/almeidafelipe88/Podcast Produced by LeTroy Gardner & Mario Washington | Fourcast Mediapushplaypods.com#TechGirlPodcast #DiversityInTech #Inclusion #EmployerBranding #FelipeAlmeida #BrazilianVoices #InnovationThroughDiversityEpisode Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Tech Girl Podcast02:34 Defining Employer Branding05:19 The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion08:06 Felipe's Journey and Initiatives16:06 Creating Inclusive Work Environments17:39 Implementing Diversity Programs20:57 Measuring Diversity and Inclusion26:42 Measuring Employer Branding and Recruitment27:18 Diversity and Inclusion in Brazilian Companies29:14 Programs for Underrepresented Groups31:32 Challenges and Solutions for Diversity33:18 Advice for New Inclusive Companies38:19 The Role of Allies in Promoting Inclusion42:06 Current State and Future of Diversity50:31 Economic Realities in Brazil52:59 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

In this inspiring episode of The Tech Girl Podcast, host Gertrude Chilufya sits down with Lieke Lamb, keynote speaker, innovation strategist, and Director of Women in Tech Netherlands to discuss breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry and building a more inclusive digital future. Lieke opens up about her journey as a tech leader, the importance of digital and AI literacy, and why women’s voices must stay central in shaping innovation. She also shares her forward-thinking perspective on the future of work, gender equality, and the power of human connection in an AI-driven world. If you’re passionate about technology, equality, and innovation, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss! 🔗 Connect with Lieke Lamb:🌐 Website: www.trendwatcher.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liekelamb/🎧 Podcast Produced by LeTroy Gardner & Mario Washington | Fourcast Media 🌐 pushplaypods.com#TechGirlPodcast #WomenInTech #AIInnovation #DigitalLiteracy #FutureOfWork #GenderEquality #LiekeLamb #GertrudeChilufya #WomenEmpowerment #TechLeadership #InnovationStrategyEpisode Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Tech Girl Podcast01:26 Meet Today's Guest: Lieke Lamb02:14 Lamb's Career Journey and Achievements03:15 Challenges and Opportunities for Women in Tech04:55 The Rapid Evolution of Technology05:23 AI and Digital Literacy12:29 The Human Element in Technological Advancement21:37 Women in Tech: Global Movement and Personal Advocacy29:44 The Startup World and Female Entrepreneurs30:06 Encouraging Women to Be Bold32:46 Role Models and Historical Female Figures35:49 Challenges in the Workplace and Society39:45 Balancing Career and Family45:00 Lightning Round: Personal Insights48:18 Final Thoughts and Advice51:36 Podcast Conclusion and Key Takeaways

In this enlightening episode of The Tech Girl Podcast, host Gertrude Chilufya sits down with Dr. Vivienne Ming, a visionary theoretical neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and co-founder of The Human Trust. Dr. Ming opens up about her remarkable journey from homelessness to becoming one of the leading minds shaping the future of AI and data science. She shares powerful insights on technology, inclusion, and human potential — exploring how AI can transform education, hiring, and healthcare while raising vital questions about ethics and creativity in an increasingly automated world.Don’t miss Dr. Ming’s take on how to future-proof ourselves against AI and her upcoming book, Robot Proof, a manifesto for thriving in the age of intelligent machines. 🔗 Connect with Dr. Ming: 🌐 Website: https://socos.org/ 📘 Pre-order Robot Proof: https://socos.org/robot-proof#book-anchor-point 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivienneming/🎧 Podcast Produced by LeTroy Gardner & Mario Washington | Fourcast Media 🌐 pushplaypods.com#TheTechGirlPodcast #WomenInTech #ArtificialIntelligence #AIethics #STEM #Innovation #DrVivienneMing #GertrudeChilufya #TechForGood #FutureOfWork #HumanPotential #RobotProof

In this episode, we dive into The Diversity Dividend with Dr. Poornima Luthra, an internationally recognized author, speaker, and DEI expert. Dr. Luthra shares her inspiring journey, from her early career in talent management to becoming a leading voice for diversity, equity, and inclusion. She unpacks how her books have reshaped corporate DEI conversations, the role of active allyship, and why systemic change is key to creating truly inclusive workplaces.Tune in to explore how we can all challenge biases, foster belonging, and build stronger, more innovative organizations together. 🔗 Connect with Dr. Luthra: 🌐 Website: poornimaluthra.com 📚 Books: poornimaluthra.com/#author 💼 LinkedIn: Dr. Poornima Luthra🎧 Podcast Produced by LeTroy Gardner & Mario Washington | Fourcast Media 🌐 pushplaypods.com#TechGirlPodcast #WomenInTech #DiversityDividend #InclusionMatters #DEI #Leadership #Allyship #GertrudeChilufya #PoornimaLuthra #TechPodcast #EquityInActionEpisode Timestamps00:00: Introduction to the Tech Girl Podcast01:21: Dr. Luthra's Background and Achievements02:32: Reflecting on Personal Growth03:56: Diving into DE&I Work04:17: Childhood Influences on DE&I Passion06:54: Global Perspective and Experiences07:40: Active Allyship in Practice07:57: Diversifying Diversity11:41: Intersectionality and Socioeconomic Status14:36: Challenges and Mistakes in Allyship18:55: Practical Tips for Overcoming Bias23:21: Systemic Change in Organizations27:56: Navigating Discomfort and Bias Awareness30:38: Exploring Cultural Simulations in Education34:09: Understanding Backlash and Fear in DEI Work40:26: The Importance of Dialogue Over Debate44:13: Quick Fire Round: Personal Biases and Influences47:14: Hopes for Inclusion in Tech and Leadership49:26: Practical Tips for Inclusive Teams53:41: Conclusion and What's Next

In this episode, I was delighted to speak with a fellow Developer Advocate Kedasha Kerr about Developer Relations and the role of Developer Advocates in the broader Tech industry. We also talked about managing personal finances as techies which is an essential aspect of growth. You can find Kedasha here. Happy listening.

The road less traveled can be very scary, Naya and I had a candid conversation about the challenges of working in tech when you don't embody the traditional route or look. It's interesting how imposter syndrome manifests itself in tiny instances like asking for help, especially when you are surrounded by people that don't look like you the layers of self-gatekeeping tend to get in the way, and on a positive note seeing people like you becomes a great motivation to do more or better when you work in Tech. Naya is a Tech content creator and goes by The Black Female Engineer. If you are looking to learn more about working in tech, some lifestyle, and fun, you can find out more about her here.

The path to taking up a tech career is personal and the best way to start is to assess your situation, are you a new graduate? Are you someone looking to transition? How much time can you afford to put into this path? This and more is what Omotola highlights in our conversation. Omotola is a software engineer, speaker, teacher, and creator of My coding Habits. Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycodinghabits

How often do you have a plan B or backup plan when you start on something new? When Tshepiso started her coding journey there was no plan B. Before becoming a software developer, Tshepiso was a civil engineer and has a master's in Water Resources Engineering. She has worked in marketing, events and project management. So how did she end up in a frontend BootCamp and what is she up to now? Listen to our conversation to find out! You can also connect with Tshepiso Lejutjo on LinkedIn.