STEM in Stilettos – Empowering Female Founders to Dominate the Digital Market

ZofiaRennea Morales
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Step into the world of "STEM in Stilettos," where the Female Founders don their stilettos and lead the way in conquering the ever-evolving landscape of innovation! Join us on an enlightening journey where female tech pioneers rewrite the rules, push boundaries, and redefine what it means to be a leader in the fast-paced tech landscape. From honing pitching skills to driving pioneering advancements, our trailblazing tech titanesses, coding queens and visionaries fearlessly navigate the digital frontier with elegance, determination, and a hint of sophistication. Unleash your fearless founder as we delve into the heart of innovation, , revealing secrets, strategies, and tales that empower and inspire. Whether you're a visionary founder, a tech aficionado, or a pioneering supporter, this is your domain to flourish, revolutionize, and shape the tech sphere in your unique way. Are you ready to embrace the challenge, shatter stereotypes, and lead the charge in shaping the future of tech? Listen Notes

  1. 3d ago

    Reinventing the Playbook: Leadership, AI, and Life After the Corporate Ladder

    Are you a female founder in the tech industry struggling to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship? Do you find yourself facing imposter syndrome, seeking support, and striving for work-life balance?  Join Zofia Morales on STEM in Stilettos as she sits down with Monique Weeks, a Healthcare IT Executive turned entrepreneur, to discuss reinvention, resilience, and the courage to begin again. In this insightful conversation, Monique shares her journey of transitioning from a corporate healthcare technology executive to a founder, exploring the power of reinvention, embracing change, and leading through digital transformation in the healthcare sector.  Key Takeaway: Learn how to embrace reinvention, cultivate resilience, and find the courage to start anew in your entrepreneurial journey, drawing inspiration from Monique's experiences and insights. --------------------------------- Discover your #1 leadership pitfall here: leadershippitfallquiz.com --------------------------------- Guest Bio: Monique C. Weeks is a Healthcare IT Executive, Founder & CEO of Praxis HealthTech Collective, and digital transformation strategist helping healthcare organizations turn complex technology challenges into scalable business outcomes. With more than 20 years of experience, she has led enterprise initiatives for organizations including McKesson Corporation, Aveanna Healthcare, and PT Solutions Physical Therapy. In addition to leading Praxis HealthTech Collective, Monique currently serves as a strategic consultant with Branchville Technology Consulting, where she advises healthcare organizations on large-scale technology implementations, interoperability, AI adoption, and enterprise transformation initiatives. Most recently, she has led modernization efforts supporting Fox Rehabilitation's nationwide transition to the Raintree platform, helping drive digital innovation across thousands of clinicians and patients. A passionate advocate for women in technology and the responsible use of AI in healthcare, Monique serves on the Board of Directors for Women In Technology (WIT). She is known for translating complex challenges into practical strategies, building high-performing teams, and leading organizations through change with clarity, resilience, and purpose. Connect with Monique Here: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mrsweeks LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniquecweeks/ Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/monieloveatl --------------------------------- Host Bio: Zofia Morales, a former Fortune 100 data center manager turned leadership coach and business entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to her role as a transformational guide. With a background in science and business and a passion for empowering women, Zofia is dedicated to helping female tech founders and entrepreneurs break through barriers and achieve success on their own terms. Connect with Zofia Here: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@STEMinStilettos LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofiamorales/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zofiarennea.morales/

  2. Jul 13

    The PR She Devil of Silicon Valley On Tech Story Telling

    Are you a female tech founder looking to navigate the challenges of the tech industry and take your startup to new heights?  Join Zofia Morales on STEM in Stilettos as she sits down with Donna Loughlin, President & Founder of LMGPR, a Silicon Valley-based PR agency. In this episode, Donna shares her insights on tech PR, Silicon Valley nuances, and simplifying tech for a non-techie audience. Tune in to discover Donna's strategies for empowering female entrepreneurs in tech, bridging the gap between STEM and STEAM, and mastering the art of storytelling in the tech world. Gain valuable advice on advancing your tech PR career, decoding complex tech stories, and embracing career agility in the ever-evolving tech landscape. Key Takeaway: By listening to this episode, female founders will gain insights into overcoming common challenges in the tech industry and empowering themselves to thrive as tech entrepreneurs. --------------------------------- Discover your #1 leadership pitfall here: leadershippitfallquiz.com --------------------------------- Guest Bio: Donna Loughlin is the President & Founder of LMGPR a Silicon Valley based PR agency known for her work with futurists and innovators, and moving their businesses forward. She has more than 25 years of experience working in technology industries in AI, automotive, robotics, aerospace, cybersecurity and consumer electronics. She is also the host of the Before It Happened innovation podcast. Connect with Donna Here: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LMGPR/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnal2/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lmgpr/ OptIn URL - donna@lmgpr.com and https://www.beforeithappened.com/ Free Gift - I can provide a free office hour of consultancy for tech entrepreneurs --------------------------------- Host Bio: Zofia Morales, a former Fortune 100 data center manager turned leadership coach and business entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to her role as a transformational guide. With a background in science and business and a passion for empowering women, Zofia is dedicated to helping female tech founders and entrepreneurs break through barriers and achieve success on their own terms. Connect with Zofia Here: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@STEMinStilettos LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofiamorales/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zofiarennea.morales/

  3. Jul 6

    Burned Out But Not Broken

    Have you hit a point where the weight of life's challenges has left you feeling exhausted and broken? Are you struggling to navigate the balance between your personal life and the demands of your business? Join Zofia Morales on STEM in Stilettos as she sits down with Data and AI consultant Ravalika Reddy Aduri for a candid conversation on resilience, reinvention, and rising above burnout. Dive deep into the journey of rediscovering identity, hope, purpose, and self-belief even after facing moments that leave you shattered. With stories of overcoming burnout, failure, and rebuilding, this episode will leave you feeling seen, understood, and empowered to embrace healing, growth, and reinvention in your own life. Key Takeaway: Discover the power within you to rise again and reshape your path towards a brighter, more fulfilling future. --------------------------------- Discover your #1 leadership pitfall here: leadershippitfallquiz.com --------------------------------- Guest Bio: Ravalika Aduri is a Data and AI consultant, speaker, and storyteller passionate about building technology that remains deeply human. Working across healthcare and life sciences, she focuses on AI driven transformation, responsible innovation, and human centered leadership. She is known for blending enterprise strategy with empathy, bringing together conversations around intelligence, resilience, reinvention, and trust in the age of AI. Ravalika has spoken at conferences and leadership events on topics ranging from empathy in AI to the transformative impact of women in technology. Through her work and writing, she hopes to create spaces where ambition and authenticity can coexist. Connect with Ravalika Here: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravalika-reddy-aduri?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_ios --------------------------------- Host Bio: Zofia Morales, a former Fortune 100 data center manager turned leadership coach and business entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to her role as a transformational guide. With a background in science and business and a passion for empowering women, Zofia is dedicated to helping female tech founders and entrepreneurs break through barriers and achieve success on their own terms. Connect with Zofia Here: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@STEMinStilettos LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofiamorales/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zofiarennea.morales/

  4. Jun 29

    The Future is Personal: Technology, Self-Expression and the New Era of Wearable AI Innovation

    Are you a female founder looking to revolutionize the wearable tech market? Do you want to hear from a serial entrepreneur and impact investor about navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship? In this episode of "STEM in Stilettos," join Zofia Morales as she sits down with Katie Sterns, the Founder and CEO of Blyngz Luxury Technologies. Katie shares her journey as a serial entrepreneur, her passion for personalization and technology integration, and the role of AI in wearable tech. Learn how she identified gaps in the market, secured utility patents, and approaches fundraising as a pre-seed founder. Tune in to gain insights into the future of wearable AI innovation, entrepreneurship advice for non-engineers with big ideas, and much more as Katie and Zofia discuss the intersection of technology, self-expression, and human-centric innovation. Key Takeaway: Gain inspiration and practical advice on navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, particularly in the wearable tech industry, and discover the importance of personalization in shaping the next wave of innovation. --------------------------------- Discover your #1 leadership pitfall here: leadershippitfallquiz.com --------------------------------- Guest Bio: Katie Sterns is the Founder and CEO of Blyngz Luxury Technologies, a category-defining company at the intersection of AI, self-expression, and wearable technology. Katie is a serial entrepreneur with previous exit, an impact investor focused on amplifying women-led founders, a board director, and a speaker. She is passionate about personalization and technology integration, and believes the next wave of innovation will be deeply human, shaped by how people want to express who they are. Connect with Katie Here: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiesterns/ OptIn URL - https://blyngz.com --------------------------------- Host Bio: Zofia Morales, a former Fortune 100 data center manager turned leadership coach and business entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to her role as a transformational guide. With a background in science and business and a passion for empowering women, Zofia is dedicated to helping female tech founders and entrepreneurs break through barriers and achieve success on their own terms. Connect with Zofia Here: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@STEMinStilettos LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofiamorales/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zofiarennea.morales/

  5. Jun 22

    The Mindset of a Fighter

    Are you facing challenges challenging outdated industry norms and making your mark as a female entrepreneur? Do you struggle with protecting your original ideas and navigating legal battles in the business world? Join host Zofia Morales as she sits down with Amanda Sima, an entrepreneur and inventor, known for her remarkable journey of building and scaling companies while challenging established industry norms. Amanda shares her experiences securing over 150 NCAA licenses, scaling thousands of products online, and delving into a high-profile legal battle over intellectual property rights. Learn from Amanda as she discusses entrepreneurship, innovation, resilience, and the crucial aspects of protecting original ideas in the competitive business landscape. Key Takeaway: Listeners will gain insights into the mindset required to thrive as a female founder in challenging industries, the importance of protecting innovative ideas, and the resilience needed to overcome legal battles in the business world. --------------------------------- Discover your #1 leadership pitfall here: leadershippitfallquiz.com --------------------------------- Guest Bio: Amanda Sima is an entrepreneur, business owner, and patented inventor known for building and scaling companies while challenging outdated industry norms. She founded a collegiate apparel company that secured over 150 NCAA licenses and expanded into thousands of SKUs on Amazon, establishing a strong presence in a highly competitive market. As an inventor, Amanda developed and patented a spill proof lid—an innovation born from solving a simple but widespread consumer problem. That success led her into a high-stakes, multi-jurisdiction legal battle involving intellectual property rights and professional accountability. Through this experience, Amanda has become an advocate for entrepreneurs, using her platform to raise awareness about the risks innovators face and the importance of protecting original ideas. Connect with Amanda Here: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandasima/ Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/brain.on.loan OptIn URL - https://brainonloan.com --------------------------------- Host Bio: Zofia Morales, a former Fortune 100 data center manager turned leadership coach and business entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to her role as a transformational guide. With a background in science and business and a passion for empowering women, Zofia is dedicated to helping female tech founders and entrepreneurs break through barriers and achieve success on their own terms. Connect with Zofia Here: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@STEMinStilettos LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofiamorales/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zofiarennea.morales/

  6. Jun 15

    Grounded in Purpose: One Woman's Journey from Big Tech to Building AI for Her Rural Community

    Are you a woman tech founder looking to scale your business and navigate the challenges unique to the tech industry as a female entrepreneur?  Join Zofia Morales on STEM in Stilettos as she sits down with Marie Doce, a seasoned product strategy and AI consultant, to discuss Marie's unconventional journey from big tech to building AI solutions for her rural community. Learn how Marie's experiences at TripAdvisor, Mindbody, and Jasper AI have shaped her mission with Grounded AI to bring accessible AI tools to underserved communities, all while tackling issues like gender bias, imposter syndrome, and the venture capital gender gap. Key Takeaway: By listening to Marie Doce's story, listeners can find motivation and strategies to overcome challenges, redefine success on their terms, and make a meaningful impact in their entrepreneurial journey. --------------------------------- Discover your #1 leadership pitfall here: leadershippitfallquiz.com --------------------------------- Guest Bio: Marie Doce is a product strategy and AI consultant with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. She entered tech unconventionally, using her international relations degree and fluency in German to land a role at TripAdvisor, where she rose from content moderator to fraud investigator before discovering product management. Over the years she held product leadership roles at high-growth startups, most recently as Staff Technical Product Manager at Jasper AI, where she helped scale the platform to serve 20 percent of the Fortune 500. After moving back to her rural hometown in Humboldt County, California, Marie founded Grounded AI, a consultancy helping local small businesses adopt practical, time-saving AI workflows. She is currently a semi-finalist in a regional venture competition, pitching for up to $200,000 to expand her mission of bringing AI to the communities that need it most. Connect with Marie Here: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588288713696 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/groundedaico/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/groundedaico/ OptIn URL - groundedai.co --------------------------------- Host Bio: Zofia Morales, a former Fortune 100 data center manager turned leadership coach and business entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to her role as a transformational guide. With a background in science and business and a passion for empowering women, Zofia is dedicated to helping female tech founders and entrepreneurs break through barriers and achieve success on their own terms. Connect with Zofia Here: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@STEMinStilettos LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofiamorales/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zofiarennea.morales/

  7. Jun 8

    Keeping it R.E.A.L with Dianna Fioravanti

    Do you find yourself striving to create a supportive and empowering workplace culture while navigating the challenges of leadership in a male-dominated industry? Wondering how to increase female representation in executive roles and drive success for your company?  Join Zofia Morales in a captivating conversation with Dianna Fioravanti, the trailblazing President of Kuehne+Nagel Canada, as they explore the intersection of leadership, culture, mindset, and trust in shaping high-performing organizations. Discover invaluable insights on flipping the switch, leading authentically, and cultivating environments where everyone can thrive. In today's episode, listeners will glean wisdom on cultivating a strong workplace culture, increasing female representation in leadership roles, and fostering trust within teams to drive success and empowerment in the workplace. Key Takeaway for Listeners: Learn how to lead with authenticity, create a culture where everyone feels valued, and empower your team to thrive in a high-performing organization. --------------------------------- Discover your #1 leadership pitfall here: leadershippitfallquiz.com --------------------------------- Guest Bio: Dianna Fioravanti-Ashikwe is the President of Kuehne+Nagel Canada, a premier global logistics company, and was appointed on June 1, 2022, becoming the first female President in the company's Canadian history. She leads 2,500 logistics experts across Canada and has strengthened executive diversity by increasing female representation from 15% to 50%. With over a decade at Kuehne+Nagel, she has held key leadership roles including Vice President of Sales and Marketing, President of Nacora NA overseeing insurance across Mexico, the US, and Canada, and Chief Executive Officer for Nacora and GFH Canada, and was the first female regional executive for Kuehne+Nagel NA. She has earned multiple awards including Great Place to Work certifications, Best Workplace recognitions, and the Women of Inspiration 2025 Women in Power Award. She holds a Political Science degree from the University of Waterloo, CIP and CCLP designations, and completed Cranfield University's Senior Leader Executive program. A published author with 20+ years of experience in logistics, sales strategy, and risk management, she is also Executive Sponsor of Canadian Women in Logistics Leadership (WILL) and is recognized as a transformational, values-driven leader focused on people, performance, and customer experience. Connect with Dianna Here: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannafioravanti/ Free Gift - https://fliptheswitch.diannafioravanti.com/flip-the-switch-170555 GIFT: Flip the Switch Self Assessment Tool --------------------------------- Host Bio: Zofia Morales, a former Fortune 100 data center manager turned leadership coach and business entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to her role as a transformational guide. With a background in science and business and a passion for empowering women, Zofia is dedicated to helping female tech founders and entrepreneurs break through barriers and achieve success on their own terms. Connect with Zofia Here: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@STEMinStilettos LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofiamorales/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zofiarennea.morales/

  8. Jun 1

    Bootstrapping to Transform Pelvic Healthcare

    Are you struggling to stay consistent with prescribed exercises for pelvic health? Do you wonder why patients often struggle to adhere to pelvic floor programs, despite receiving the right advice?  In this episode of "STEM in Stilettos," Zofia Morales sits down with Amelia Godfrey, the founder of Pelvy, to discuss the gap between clinician prescriptions and patient follow-through in pelvic health. They dive into how Pelvy, a patient app, improves adherence, outcomes, and access to pelvic health physio, especially for those facing barriers to care. Join the conversation to gain insights on behavior change, patient adherence, and the future of pelvic health care. Listeners will take away practical strategies for improving patient adherence to pelvic floor exercises and insights into leveraging digital tools for better health outcomes in their own lives. --------------------------------- Discover your #1 leadership pitfall here: leadershippitfallquiz.com --------------------------------- Guest Bio: Amelia Godfrey is an Australian pelvic health physiotherapist and founder of Pelvy, a patient app designed to improve adherence to pelvic floor programs. After seeing how often patients struggled to follow through with exercises prescribed in clinic, she built Pelvy to bring exercises, advice and reminders into one place to improve adherence, outcomes and access to pelvic health physio, particularly for those who are unable to access care. Connect with Amelia Here: LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-godfrey-0a9406142 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pelvy.app/ OptIn URL - https://pelvy.app/sign-up/ Free Gift - Just email amelia@pelvy.app and mention you've heard about the pilot rate through this podcast.  I'm happy to provide a pilot subscription rate (50%) off to any clinicians who would like to subscribe to Pelvy should they hear about Pelvy from this interview! --------------------------------- Host Bio: Zofia Morales, a former Fortune 100 data center manager turned leadership coach and business entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to her role as a transformational guide. With a background in science and business and a passion for empowering women, Zofia is dedicated to helping female tech founders and entrepreneurs break through barriers and achieve success on their own terms. Connect with Zofia Here: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@STEMinStilettos LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofiamorales/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zofiarennea.morales/

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Step into the world of "STEM in Stilettos," where the Female Founders don their stilettos and lead the way in conquering the ever-evolving landscape of innovation! Join us on an enlightening journey where female tech pioneers rewrite the rules, push boundaries, and redefine what it means to be a leader in the fast-paced tech landscape. From honing pitching skills to driving pioneering advancements, our trailblazing tech titanesses, coding queens and visionaries fearlessly navigate the digital frontier with elegance, determination, and a hint of sophistication. Unleash your fearless founder as we delve into the heart of innovation, , revealing secrets, strategies, and tales that empower and inspire. Whether you're a visionary founder, a tech aficionado, or a pioneering supporter, this is your domain to flourish, revolutionize, and shape the tech sphere in your unique way. Are you ready to embrace the challenge, shatter stereotypes, and lead the charge in shaping the future of tech? Listen Notes

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