WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation WIN: Women in Innovation, Zoia Kozakov

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 ecosystem to the local culture is crucial for success.Passion and a mission-driven approach are key to overcoming challenges and building a successful company.Raising funds from a position of strength and being disciplined with spending can lead to better outcomes.Building credibility and partnerships are critical for ventures in the healthcare industry.
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Zoia Kozakov (Host): http://www.linkedin.com/in/zoiaCheryl Sew Hoy (Guest): https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylyeoh/Women in Innovation: http://www.womenininnovation.co

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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 by surrounding yourself with mentors and being open to asking questions.Women's health care needs better solutions that empower women with data and enable them to advocate for their own health.Building a strong network and relationships with investors and mentors is crucial for success as a founder.The future of women's health care lies in data-driven approaches and conversations prioritizing women's needs.
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Get 10% off an Oova product - URL: oova.life/win OR use "WINOOVA" on the siteZoia Kozakov (Host): http://www.linkedin.com/in/zoiaAmy Divaraniya (Guest): https://www.linkedin.com/in/aparna-amy-divaraniya/Women in Innovation: http://www.womenininnovation.co
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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 partnership between product and engineering for successful innovation.Protect and use sensitive data while preserving privacy.
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Zoia Kozakov (Host): http://www.linkedin.com/in/zoiaAmruta Moktali (Guest): https://www.linkedin.com/in/amrutamoktali/Women in Innovation: http://www.womenininnovation.co

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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.
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Zoia Kozakov (Host): http://www.linkedin.com/in/zoiaNisreen Hasib (Guest): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nisreen-hasib/Women in Innovation: http://www.womenininnovation.co
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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 financial and investment industriesWhy financial inclusion and impact investing are essential areas of focus for innovation in fintechHow diversity can drive innovation and successThe challenges and opportunities within fintech and the future outlook on its next phaseLearn more:
Zoia Kozakov (Host): http://www.linkedin.com/in/zoiaCohen Circle: http://cohencircle.comWomen in Innovation: http://www.womenininnovation.co

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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 future of reproductive health.
Listen for advice on:
Egg freezing is a proactive and preventative approach to fertility care, allowing women to preserve their eggs for future use.Access to fertility care and egg freezing should be improved to ensure equity and empower women to make choices about their bodies.The egg-freezing process takes about two weeks, with minimal disruption to daily life and a short recovery period.KindBody is leading the way in innovation and accessibility in the fertility care industry, focusing on improving the patient experience and providing transparent pricing.
Learn more:
Zoia Kozakov (Host): http://www.linkedin.com/in/zoiaDr. Fahimeh Sasan (Guest): https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-fahimeh-sasan-b18408169/Women in Innovation: http://www.womenininnovation.co

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