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EPISODE · Dec 24, 2025 · 30 MIN

Breaking Barriers: From Street Soccer in Panama to Tech Leadership in San Antonio

from Kris Talks About the Wisdom of Women · host Kris K

In this empowering episode, host Kris Keppeler talks with Giselle Vasquez, a woman who has defied expectations in sports, technology, and entrepreneurship.🌍 Highlights you’ll hear:Giselle’s journey from playing street soccer in Panama, where girls were discouraged, to finding acceptance in Germany, and later navigating pickup games in the United States.How coaching young girls in soccer taught her the importance of confidence, teamwork, and breaking stereotypes.Her career in information technology, where she learned to speak up, set boundaries, and thrive in a male‑dominated field.The launch of her creative business in San Antonio, Texas: NefeliBata ICD, featuring workshops like Step Out of the Box, designed to help women unblock creativity, reconnect with their inner child, and overcome limiting beliefs.The legacy of strong women in her family and how she’s inspiring her daughter to pursue coding and tech leadership.✨ Why listen? This episode blends sports, tech, and art into a powerful story of resilience, confidence, and female empowerment. Whether you’re in San Antonio, across the U.S., or anywhere in the world, Giselle’s story will inspire you to step out of the box and chase your dreams.

In this empowering episode, host Kris Keppeler talks with Giselle Vasquez, a woman who has defied expectations in sports, technology, and entrepreneurship.🌍 Highlights you’ll hear:Giselle’s journey from playing street soccer in Panama, where girls were discouraged, to finding acceptance in Germany, and later navigating pickup games in the United States.How coaching young girls in soccer taught her the importance of confidence, teamwork, and breaking stereotypes.Her career in information technology, where she learned to speak up, set boundaries, and thrive in a male‑dominated field.The launch of her creative business in San Antonio, Texas: NefeliBata ICD, featuring workshops like Step Out of the Box, designed to help women unblock creativity, reconnect with their inner child, and overcome limiting beliefs.The legacy of strong women in her family and how she’s inspiring her daughter to pursue coding and tech leadership.✨ Why listen? This episode blends sports, tech, and art into a powerful story of resilience, confidence, and female empowerment. Whether you’re in San Antonio, across the U.S., or anywhere in the world, Giselle’s story will inspire you to step out of the box and chase your dreams.

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In this empowering episode, host Kris Keppeler talks with Giselle Vasquez, a woman who has defied expectations in sports, technology, and entrepreneurship.🌍 Highlights you’ll hear:Giselle’s journey from playing street soccer in Panama, where girls...

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