Code Breakers: Women in Tech

In the final episode of Code Breakers, Candice chats with her colleague Jess Stephenson about the importance of female role models in the tech sector, and reflects on the insights we've gained from all of our fantastic guests.

Meet Dr Laura Davies, GP and co-founder of Mumie; an innovative app guiding new mothers along their postnatal journey. Laura talks us through the story behind Mumie, her journey of launching a tech startup as a healthcare professional, and how she took on running a new business while being a GP and a mother.About the guestLaura is an experienced GP and educator, with specialist focus on women's health and perinatal mental health. She is also the co-founder of Mumie, an application that empowers new mothers about their postnatal bodies and emotions, helping them to access support. 

Roxana Panaite, Senior Support Manager at Boomi, shares her journey from chemical engineering to leading customer support teams and advocating for STEM education. She shares her insights into how we can promote STEM subjects, and encourage more young people to gain the skills of the future.About the guestRoxana has over a decade of experience in product support and team management across renowned tech companies, with a background in chemical engineering and expertise in ITIL and Scrum methodologies. Her passion for technology extends to her role as a STEM ambassador.

Find out about Dr. Samantha Lavender's fascinating career journey, from her initial love of working with wildlife, to becoming a leading figure in Earth observation.About the guestSam is an Earth observation scientist and entrepreneur; co-founder of Plymouth-based satellite observation company Pixalytics. With a passion for advancing our understanding of our planet's dynamics, she has spearheaded innovative applications of satellite data, leveraging science for positive global impact.

Emily Hill, CEO at Bristol-based software company Ghyston, explores the transformative influence of positive work environments. Emily shares her insights into fostering a workplace culture where employees thrive, collaborate, and continually learn, and offers advice for leaders looking to create a workplace where employees are empowered to achieve their best.About the guestEmily is a dynamic leader with a passion for empowering individuals and teams to excel. With over 15 years experience in the software industry, Emily co-founded Ghyston, building it into the thriving business it is today. She is committed to fostering a positive work environment and cultivating a culture of continuous learning.

Niki Davies, Director at Software Cornwall, explores the challenges facing women in leadership roles. In this conversation on reshaping the tech industry's leadership landscape, find out how the sector can dismantle biases and foster inclusive cultures, to pave the way for female leaders.About the guestNiki is a driving force in promoting and supporting Cornwall's tech industries. She's also the President of Junior Chamber Cornwall, creating leadership opportunities for young individuals. Her passion lies in fostering positive, sustainable change through technology and innovative marketing strategies.

In this solo episode, your host Candice dives into the topic of ‘women in tech’, and what the podcast is all about. Candice explores why gender diversity is paramount in the tech industry, shares personal insights and experiences, the challenges women often face, and the need for creating inclusive workplaces.