Empowering Female Entrepreneurs with Amanda Fornal

Silicon Valley Life with Naeem Zafar and Meena Meyyappan, Episode 04

In this episode of Silicon Valley Life, Naeem Zafar and Meena Meyyappan speak with Amanda Fornal, Founder of Founder Buddies. Founder Buddies creates specialized programs for female entrepreneurs, connecting you with like-minded women who are eager to learn, grow, and succeed together. Their platform leverages advanced matching algorithms to ensure you find the perfect peer group, whether you're seeking goal-setting support, strategic networking, or collaborative learning opportunities.

Amanda has a rich background in technology, consulting, and entrepreneurship, and has traveled extensively, visiting over 110 countries.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * Amanda's journey from a tech consultant to an entrepreneur and the creation of Founder Buddies.

 * The challenges and successes of the first cohort at Founder Buddies, including how it's impacting the lives of female entrepreneurs globally.

 * The unique algorithm developed by Amanda to match entrepreneurs effectively within her program.

 * Insights into balancing entrepreneurship with personal responsibilities and cultural expectations.

 * Amanda’s personal stories of global exploration and how these experiences have shaped her views on technology and connectivity.

Learn more about Amanda Fornal:

 * Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandadfornal/ 

 * Visit Amanda’s websites: https://www.founderbuddies.com/ |  https://www.orangesfm.com/  |  https://www.womeninexploration.org/  | https://www.hypatialeadership.com/  | https://www.orangemirror.com/  | https://theorangeexplorer.com/all-posts/

 * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorangeexplorer/ 

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About Silicon Valley Life:

The Silicon Valley Life podcast gives people an insider's look that makes Silicon Valley special — how people pursue ideas, deal with failure, and enjoy life. More than business: Life. Tune in for insights on tech, startups, & more about Silicon Valley! 

Don’t miss an episode of Silicon Valley Life:

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Connect and learn more from your hosts, Naeem Zafar and Meena Meyyappan:

 * Connect with Naeem on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naeemzafar/

 * Follow Naeem on Twitter: https://twitter.com/naeem

 * Email Naeem: naeem@concordiaventures.com

 * Connect with Meena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meenameyyappan/