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Talking to #LeadHers by CMS is a podcast where we extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship beyond the challenges and instead focus on positivity and the actions we can each take to drive change. Featuring members of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and showcasing the work of inspirational female founders, we provide an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey and the developments taking place across their industries.

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February 7, 2025Episode 1922 min

S3 Episode 10: Dr Rebecca Allam, CEO and Co-founder, PreActiv

In this episode, CMS Senior Associate Caroline Walker speaks to Dr Rebecca Allam, CEO and Co-founder of PreActiv about her journey from being a senior NHS doctor to become a health tech startup co-founder, creating a wider impact on patient pre-surgery optimisation and post-surgery outcomes. They discuss: The motivation behind setting up a tech startup that will create a wider impact on patient outcomes and supporting the NHS How a “never give-up” mindset especially when it comes to fundraising can help you find the right “angels” and backers for your business The conscious choice of being a mother, a professional and a co-founder of a new tech company. Having at least 50% women in the company and continue to support mothers in the workplace. You can find this episode and all previous episodes here, or on your usual podcast channel. About the Talking to #LeadHers series Talking to #LeadHers is a podcast series featuring inspirational founders from the CMS equIP programme and aims to extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship. In each episode we focus on the actions that we can each take to drive change and promote diversity. Each episode is chaired by a member of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and provides an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey. The #LeadHers campaign was established back in April 2019, in response to findings that, compared with male counterparts, female entrepreneurs face additional challenges when founding start-ups. Find out more about #LeadHers

December 12, 2024Episode 1838 min

S3 Episode 9: Izzy Obeng, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Foundervine

In this episode, CMS Partner Katie Nagy de Nagybaczon speaks to Izzy Obeng , the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Foundervine, one of the largest and most active accelerator ecosystems in the UK. Foundervine has supported the acceleration of 663 businesses, empowered 1,932 leaders, and helped raise £75 million in funding, creating 1,353 new jobs. They discuss: Her journey from being a management consultant to female founder of a start-up accelerator programme Her insight into the secret of being a successful founder Importance of creating space to connect with others and building a network that will root for you How Foundervine’s research hold stakeholders of the entrepreneur ecosystem accountable to removing the unconscious biases to towards female founders as highlighted in the Rose Review. You can find this episode and all previous episodes here, or on your usual podcast channel. About the Talking to #LeadHers series Talking to #LeadHers is a podcast series featuring inspirational founders from the CMS equIP programme and aims to extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship. In each episode we focus on the actions that we can each take to drive change and promote diversity. Each episode is chaired by a member of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and provides an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey. The #LeadHers campaign was established back in April 2019, in response to findings that, compared with male counterparts, female entrepreneurs face additional challenges when founding start-ups. Find out more about #LeadHers

October 25, 2024Episode 818 min

S3 Episode 8: Bryony Williams, Founder of The Glass Female

Bryony Williams is the Founder of The Glass Female, coaching & leadership consultancy providing HR/talent advice, leadership coaching and support to startups and SMEs. We discuss: Breaking the proverbial glass ceiling and recognising the value of conventionally masculine and feminine traits in the workplace The importance of communication and intuitive listening when words go unspoken How to build strong networks and communities before you need them Top tips for integrating daily wellbeing practises into your founder journey About the Talking to #LeadHers series Talking to #LeadHers is a podcast series featuring inspirational founders from the CMS equIP programme and aims to extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship. In each episode we focus on the actions that we can each take to drive change and promote diversity. Each episode is chaired by a member of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and provides an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey. The #LeadHers campaign was established back in April 2019, in response to findings that, compared with male counterparts, female entrepreneurs face additional challenges when founding start-ups. Find out more about #LeadHers

September 10, 2024Episode 1728 min

S3 Episode 7: Natalija Karpichina, COO of Matlogica - coding, resilience and being a disrupter

In this episode, CMS Finance Associate, Tycho Orton, speaks to Natalija Karpichina, COO of Matlogica. Natalija reveals her interesting and trailblazing journey from a teenager learning to code at age 14, to becoming a female COO at Matlogica. They discuss: her passion for coding and software development from a young age having others doubt her abilities and how she overcomes self-doubt in the male-dominated industry, and the journey that led to her being a true disrupter who is part of something transformative About the Talking to #LeadHers series Talking to #LeadHers is a podcast series featuring inspirational founders from the CMS equIP programme and aims to extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship. In each episode we focus on the actions that we can each take to drive change and promote diversity. Each episode is chaired by a member of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and provides an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey. The #LeadHers campaign was established back in April 2019, in response to findings that, compared with male counterparts, female entrepreneurs face additional challenges when founding start-ups. Find out more about #LeadHers

July 22, 2024Episode 1621 min

S3 Episode 6: Carolyn Shepherd, Founder of Emmeline.AI

In this episode we discuss: The opportunities artificial intelligence can offer women in their careers and everyday lives How to tackle the gender skills-gap in knowledge and understanding of AI Supporting founders to empower their teams to become confident users of AI About the Talking to #LeadHers series Talking to #LeadHers is a podcast series featuring inspirational founders from the CMS equIP programme and aims to extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship. In each episode we focus on the actions that we can each take to drive change and promote diversity. Each episode is chaired by a member of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and provides an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey. The #LeadHers campaign was established back in April 2019, in response to findings that, compared with male counterparts, female entrepreneurs face additional challenges when founding start-ups. Find out more about #LeadHers

June 24, 2024Episode 1519 min

S3 Episode 5: Rachel Citron, Invest in Women Hub

In this episode we discuss: the purpose of the Invest in Women Hub and why it was set up the importance of mentoring for founders and the challenges in the industry itself You can find this episode and all previous episodes on the usual podcast channels and via your web browser here. About the Talking to #LeadHers series Talking to #LeadHers is a podcast series featuring inspirational founders from the CMS equIP programme and aims to extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship. In each episode we focus on the actions that we can each take to drive change and promote diversity. Each episode is chaired by a member of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and provides an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey. The #LeadHers campaign was established back in April 2019, in response to findings that, compared with male counterparts, female entrepreneurs face additional challenges when founding start-ups. Find out more about #LeadHers

May 7, 2024Episode 1421 min

S3 Episode 4: Priya Guliani, CEO of EarthID

In this episode we discuss: What inspired her to delve into the realm of decentralised identify platforms The advantage of their use of blockchain technology, and Her experience as a female founder whilst building and scaling her company in the blockchain industry You can find this episode and all previous episodes on the usual podcast channels and via your web browser here. About the Talking to #LeadHers series Talking to #LeadHers is a podcast series featuring inspirational founders from the CMS equIP programme and aims to extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship. In each episode we focus on the actions that we can each take to drive change and promote diversity. Each episode is chaired by a member of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and provides an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey. The #LeadHers campaign was established back in April 2019, in response to findings that, compared with male counterparts, female entrepreneurs face additional challenges when founding start-ups. Find out more about #LeadHers

April 8, 2024Episode 318 min

S3 Episode 3: Claire Trant, Co-Founder and CEO of Untap Health

In this episode discuss: Untap Health’s journey from COVID and beyond How the perception of illness has changed Recent achievements and upcoming opportunities, and The benefits of a founder peer network You can find this episode and all previous episodes on the usual podcast channels and via your web browser here. About the Talking to #LeadHers series Talking to #LeadHers is a podcast series featuring inspirational founders from the CMS equIP programme and aims to extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship. In each episode we focus on the actions that we can each take to drive change and promote diversity. Each episode is chaired by a member of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and provides an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey. The #LeadHers campaign was established back in April 2019, in response to findings that, compared with male counterparts, female entrepreneurs face additional challenges when founding start-ups. Find out more about #LeadHers

February 29, 2024Episode 1323 min

S3 Episode 2: Alice Smith, Chief Executive of SpeakUnique

In this episode, we discuss: The role of medical technology to deliver voice banking solutions Growth journey from spinout to startup, and An interview with Bill Gates! You can find this episode and all previous episodes on the usual podcast channels and via your web browser here. About the Talking to #LeadHers series Talking to #LeadHers is a podcast series featuring inspirational founders from the CMS equIP programme and aims to extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship. In each episode we focus on the actions that we can each take to drive change and promote diversity. Each episode is chaired by a member of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and provides an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey. The #LeadHers campaign was established back in April 2019, in response to findings that, compared with male counterparts, female entrepreneurs face additional challenges when founding start-ups. Find out more about #LeadHers

January 9, 2024Episode 1229 min

S3 Episode 1: Carolyn Currie, Chief Executive of Women’s Enterprise Scotland

In this episode, we discuss: Women’s Enterprise Scotland’s role in supporting and growing the ecosystem The range of support from early-stage idea creation to leadership and scale-up, and Their latest crowdfunding platform You can find this episode and all previous episodes on the usual podcast channels and via your web browser here. About the Talking to #LeadHers series Talking to #LeadHers is a podcast series featuring inspirational founders from the CMS equIP programme and aims to extend the conversation around female entrepreneurship. In each episode we focus on the actions that we can each take to drive change and promote diversity. Each episode is chaired by a member of the CMS equIP accelerator programme and provides an in-depth view of the entrepreneurial journey. The #LeadHers campaign was established back in April 2019, in response to findings that, compared with male counterparts, female entrepreneurs face additional challenges when founding start-ups. Find out more about #LeadHers