W.E W.I.N Podcast

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W.E  W.I.N Podcast Women Elevating • Women Igniting • Women Navigating Expect: Unfiltered stories • Tactical advice • “Aha!” moments for women who refuse to settle.   For: The ambitious, the underestimated, and the women ready to win their way.

  1. EP. 14 The Generation That Doesn't Wait: Nana Yaa Serwaa on Redefining "Ready"

    5D AGO

    EP. 14 The Generation That Doesn't Wait: Nana Yaa Serwaa on Redefining "Ready"

    Send us a text Many from a previous generation might have waited until they felt "more 'ready'" to start something impactful. Nana Yaa Serwaa represents a generation that is moving differently. Co-founder of the "Dare 2 Dream Initiative" and host of "The Big Stepper Podcast", she joins us to discuss why young people today are rejecting traditional timelines. We explore the "portfolio" approach to a career and what "shaping the future" looks like on a practical, day-to-day level for the next wave of African talent. Support the show

    32 min
  2. Ep. 13 From PwC to Founder: Marina Vandeberg on the Identity Shift and the Human Element of Business

    DEC 19

    Ep. 13 From PwC to Founder: Marina Vandeberg on the Identity Shift and the Human Element of Business

    Send us a text Leaving a long-term career like that is a huge identity shift". Marina Vandeberg shares her journey of leaving the "highly structured, prestigious world" of corporate advisory to build a business from a "blank slate". We discuss the hardest part of no longer being defined by a corporate label—"Marina from PwC" —and her philosophy that strategic partnerships are fundamentally about human relationships. She reveals why she has walked away from perfect-on-paper deals because the trust "just wasn't there" and how she builds trust across cultures in her global work with Fimple. Support the show

    39 min
  3. Ep.12 Reclaiming the Narrative: Nhlanhla Banda on Resilience After Workplace Violation

    DEC 12

    Ep.12 Reclaiming the Narrative: Nhlanhla Banda on Resilience After Workplace Violation

    Send us a text Nhlanhla Banda built a formidable career as a High Court attorney and corporate legal counsel. But her path took a turn after an incredibly difficult experience involving sexual harassment and unfair perceptions. Now, she is on a mission to create safe spaces for women. We discuss how she is "reclaiming her narrative" through her firm, Justice Edge, and her advice for women to be "pillars of strength" for one another to resist unfair treatment. Support the show

    35 min
  4. Ep. 11 Brain Drain vs. Brain Gain: Oge Onyemem on The Unique Power of Nigerian Talent

    DEC 5

    Ep. 11 Brain Drain vs. Brain Gain: Oge Onyemem on The Unique Power of Nigerian Talent

    Send us a text In a competitive global classroom, what makes a Nigerian student stand out?. Oge Onyemem joins us to discuss the "brain drain vs. brain gain" debate and the most effective way to build a bridge for talent to bring global value back home. We explore the unique strengths Nigerian students bring to the table and the role the established diaspora can play in creating structured opportunities for the next generation. Support the show

    47 min
  5. EP. 10 The Systems Architect: Amabelle Nwakanma on Funding, Innovation, and the "Unwritten Rules"

    NOV 28

    EP. 10 The Systems Architect: Amabelle Nwakanma on Funding, Innovation, and the "Unwritten Rules"

    Send us a text Amabelle Nwakanma is a professional builder of "enabling environments," but her approach is rooted in understanding the human mind. We discuss the critical difference between looking at a problem as a "hands-on counsellor" versus a "systems architect," and how she bridges the gap. She reveals the "unwritten rule" for making social change ideas compelling to donors and discusses the systemic barriers preventing the creation of leadership pipelines for young African women. Throughout, Amabelle emphasizes her personal responsibility to design a more resilient architecture for nurturing leadership on the continent. Support the show

    1h 4m
  6. Ep. 9 The Waiting Season: Bola Oduwole on Resilience, Pressure, and Inner Strength

    NOV 21

    Ep. 9 The Waiting Season: Bola Oduwole on Resilience, Pressure, and Inner Strength

    Send us a text How do you manage profound personal challenges while maintaining a demanding career? HR expert Bola Oduwole shares her powerful personal story of perseverance through a seven-year waiting period before the birth of her child. We discuss how she navigated immense social and familial pressure and how that resilience informs her "Insider's Playbook" for women in corporate Nigeria. We also explore strategies for effective self-advocacy and the crucial difference between mentorship and active sponsorship. Support the show

    45 min
  7. Ep. 8 Building Your Own Terms: Shea Harty on Fulfillment, Sponsorship, and Navigating Beyond the System

    NOV 14

    Ep. 8 Building Your Own Terms: Shea Harty on Fulfillment, Sponsorship, and Navigating Beyond the System

    Send us a text This week, Shea Harty shares her moving perspective on why female founders must create lives and businesses on their own terms, navigating beyond systems that don't resonate. After successfully climbing the traditional corporate ladder, she found that fulfillment was more important than success as defined by the system. We explore how this mindset shapes her work as a true sponsor for others and her mission to architect solutions for the systemic gaps she’s identified in her work. Support the show

    42 min
  8. Ep. 7 From Combat Boots to Boardrooms: Dr. Idong Essiet-Gibson on Rewriting the Rules of Angel Investing

    NOV 7

    Ep. 7 From Combat Boots to Boardrooms: Dr. Idong Essiet-Gibson on Rewriting the Rules of Angel Investing

    Send us a text Dr. Idongesit Essiet-Gibson's journey defies every script. What started as a trip to a mall for a job ended in a 26-year military and public health service career, taking her from Iraq to the CDC. Now, she's on a new battlefield: angel investing. As a Deal Lead with "She's Independent Investments" , she explains why representation in funding is necessary and how "when women fund women, entire ecosystems shift". This episode is for every woman who thinks her unconventional path disqualifies her. Support the show

    48 min
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W.E  W.I.N Podcast Women Elevating • Women Igniting • Women Navigating Expect: Unfiltered stories • Tactical advice • “Aha!” moments for women who refuse to settle.   For: The ambitious, the underestimated, and the women ready to win their way.

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