WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
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WIN/WIN is an original podcast from Women In Innovation featuring conversations between Zoia Kozakov and women leaders who've carved careers in the historically male-dominated innovation space (innovation consultancies, innovation departments in Fortune 500 companies, and the startup ecosystem) defining their own futures and creating a world where we all win. Each episode presents a..
WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
1w ago
In this week’s episode, Zoia sits down with Evelyn Chou, Senior Product Manager at Coursera, one of the most prominent innovators in the edtech space. Evelyn breaks down the journey of finding her voice through her various career stops and how she embeds innovation into her products (hint: she weaves it into her planning!).
Listen for advice on:
Navigating the likability trap at work
Why this is the most pivotal time for edtech
Approaching prioritization as you consider growth opportunities
Evaluating innovation projects without emotion
Learn more:
Zoia Kozakov (Host): http://www.linkedin ..read more
WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
4M ago
In this episode, Andrea Hopelain, GM and SVP of Publishing at EA Sports, discusses her career in the entertainment, media, gaming, and sports industry. She focuses on emotional connections with fans and the intersection of entertainment and sports participation. She also shares insights on engaging with Gen Z and Gen A, brand changes, innovation, and the role of women in sports and gaming.
Key Takeaways:
How to stay closely connected with large-scale audiences
The impact of Gen Z and Gen A on brand engagement and innovation
Unique challenges and opportunities in the gaming & sports indus ..read more
WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
4M ago
In this episode, Zoia Kozakov, the host of the WIN/WIN podcast and Head of Device Digital Wallets @ JPMorgan Chase, shares her journey of launching the podcast and how it has shaped her, along with how she’s evolved throughout her career. Zoia emphasizes the importance of having a growth mindset and continuously learning and growing, talking about the shift in her definition of success and power, focusing on being true to herself and embracing her vision.
Key takeaways:
Using a passion project as an entrepreneurial experience to broaden horizons and solve problems
Defining success and ..read more
WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
5M ago
In this episode, Cheryl Sew Hoy, founder and CEO of Tiny Health, shares her entrepreneurial journey and the challenges she faced in building her startups. She discusses her experience as a first-time founder and the lessons she learned from her first company and its acquisition process. In a conversation focused on both Cheryl's trajectory and her experience building Tiny Health, a microbiome testing the episode reveals the challenges and opportunities for female entrepreneurs and how they can approach growth and expansion for their ventures.
Key takeaways:
Adapting the startup ecosyst ..read more
WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
6M ago
In this episode, Amy Divaraniya, Founder & CEO of Oova, shares her unexpected journey to becoming a founder of a data-first, at-home hormone-tracking solution. She shares the ins and outs of building a multi-sided marketplace and how she turned her own struggles with fertility and the medical system into Oova. Throughout the conversation, Zoia and Amy touch on the challenges of the medical system that are specific to women and women's health and how data can be used to empower women to ensure that they are advocating for themselves.
Key takeaways:
Imposter syndrome can be overcome ..read more
WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
6M ago
In this episode, Amruta Moktali, Chief Product Officer at Skyflow, shares her journey in product management and discusses the challenges and decisions she has faced throughout her career. Amruta also explains the role of a Chief Product Officer at a Series B company and the need for a strong partnership between product and engineering. Amruta encourages women to overcome imposter syndrome and seek feedback to grow their careers.
Key takeaways:
Surround yourself with intelligent people who challenge and inspire you.
Believe in yourself and your ability to learn and grow.
Build a strong ..read more
WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
7M ago
In this episode, Nisreen Hasib, CEO and founder of Signoff, shares her journey from being the COO of Unbound to starting her own company that focuses on solving the housing crisis. Nisreen challenges the traditional definition of success in the startup world and shares insights on getting into Techstars.
Key takeaways:
Align your career choices with your foundational values.
Trust your intuition and take risks when making career decisions.
Challenge the traditional definition of success and choose your path.
Focus on building a scalable impact rather than solely raising venture capital ..read more
WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
7M ago
This episode explores Betsy Cohen and Amanda Abrams’ journey and experiences in the finance and investment industry. They discuss the skills and qualities they seek in founders, the vision for Cohen Circle and Radiate Capital, and their role in innovation in fintech. Through a discussion of their personal and professional experiences, Zoia, Amanda, and Betsy touch on what diversity means to them and conclude with a discussion on gender dynamics in the workplace and the industry.
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How thinking outside the box and reinventing oneself plays a unique role in the financ ..read more
WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
10M ago
In this episode, host Zoia Kozakov shares her personal experience with elective egg freezing and interviews Dr. Fahimeh Sasan, Chief Innovation Officer and Founding Physician at KindBody. They discuss the importance of proactive fertility care, the challenges and barriers in the industry, and the need for accessibility and equity in women's health. They also provide an overview of the egg-freezing process, debunk misconceptions, and highlight the benefits of being proactive about fertility. The episode emphasizes the importance of empowering women to make choices about their bodies and the fut ..read more
WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation
11M ago
In this episode, Zoia chats with Riddhima Yadav, Vice President of Strategy, Renewable Power, and Transition at Brookfield Asset Management. In this inspiring episode, Riddhima shares her insights into sustainability, innovation, and the role of large financial institutions in driving positive change. Tune in to hear how Riddhima's passion for the environment and her determination to make a difference are shaping the future of climate finance.
Listen for advice on:
Transparency and trust in sustainability initiatives
Financial innovation and scaling technological solutions for sustainability ..read more