Positivity Hack Delivered Podcast by Women On IT

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 137 by Beata Young with guest Minou Schillings, a "regenerative explorer," and is dedicated to helping impact intrapreneurs and business leaders to shed old-school thinking and embrace a brighter, radically different & sustainable future. As the initiator of the Shifting Horizons movement, Minou will take you on a journey to Unlearn, Imagine and Transform

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 136 by Beata Young with guests:

- Natalie Abrahams: A leader, entrepreneur, and award-winning coach passionate about empowering women.

- Dr. Karin Jakubowski: A school principal, motivational speaker, and TikTok star on a mission to empower women to live their best lives.

- Jemille Navarosa: A tech whiz with expertise in IT, virtual assistance, and a passion for continuous learning.

- Chen Odesky: A UX/UI powerhouse who designs digital experiences with human needs at the core.

- Mais Taha: A treehugger and a digital designer who champions sustainable digital transformation.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 135 by Beata Young with guest Chiyedza Heri, founder of Ubuntu Alliance.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 134 by Beata Young with guest Andrew Weaver, who brings over 20 years of executive experience across various industries to the table. We'll dive deep into actionable strategies to help high-potential women navigate the path to the C-suite.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 133 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Grace Lordan, the Founding Director of The Inclusion Initiative and an Associate Professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Grace is an economist and a labour market skills expert bringing her expertise to our discussion and delivering your roadmap to a brighter, more resilient future. Transform your career, conquer biases, and unlock resilience with powerful actionable behavioral science hacks. 

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 132 by Beata Young with guest Anne Lebreton-Wolf, Business Angel and Innovation Expert, founder of ALW Finance & Innovation. Anne brings a wealth of experience to the table, having served as a private investor in French and European tech startups since 2012, focusing on PreSeed/Seed/Serie A stages.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 131 by Beata Young with guest Kristen Tippit, the Founder & CEO of RunROI. Discover how running can become a potent tool for cultivating creativity, self-trust, discipline & breakthrough thinking in your entrepreneurial journey.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 130 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Zorodzai Maroveke.

She believes that hemp has the power to revolutionize Zimbabwe's economy by creating jobs and boosting trade. By legalizing and regulating hemp production, the country can tap into a lucrative industry that has the potential to generate significant revenue and employment opportunities.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 129 by Beata Young with guest Elaine Gold, an independent consultant and Co-Founder & MD of GEN UK, who helps female founders navigate the critical transition from "founder" to "leader." Elaine has over 12 years of experience in leadership and organizational change. 

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 128 by Beata Young with guest Sara Koślińska, a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and passionate advocate for women's financial empowerment. She is also a distinguished speaker at events like the World Economic Forum in Davos and Bloomberg Roundtable.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 127 by Beata Young with guest Pete Bombaci, a visionary business and social change leader and founder of The GenWell Project, dedicated to fostering face-to-face social connections for a happier and healthier world. 

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 126 by Beata Young with guest Rahmat Lasisi, a Google Women Techmakers ambassador and founder of Prompt, a dynamic hub for software developers, product managers, and cybersecurity experts. 

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 125 by Beata Young with guest Bernadette Smith, author of the bestselling book "Inclusive 360: Proven Solutions for an Equitable Organization." 

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 124 by Beata Young with guest Corinna Genchi, a software developer at Porsche Digital Barcelona, fellow Women Techmakers Ambassador.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 123 by Beata Young with guest Kylee Stone, a descendant of the Wakka Wakka and Kulluli First Nations People with 20 years in the business of storytelling and a deep passion for embracing indigenous wisdom to connect people with purpose.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 122 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Tracy Brower, a renowned PhD sociologist studying work-life fulfillment and happiness. She is an author, award-winning speaker and the vice president of workplace insights for Steelcase and a senior contributor to Forbes and Fast Company.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 12 by Beata Young with guest Tovia Va'aelua, a seasoned tech professional, will be sharing his remarkable journey. From his early days with Microsoft to leading the way for social good initiatives, Tovia's passion for serving underprivileged communities through technology has driven his inspiring trajectory.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 120 by Beata Young with guest Anne Orr, founder of Boards123, who is on a mission to help organizations revolutionize their boards of directors. With a background in organizational management and a wealth of experience as a tech startup female founder, Anne is passionate about providing practical tools and training to create boards that drive success.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 119 by Beata Young with guest Sohaila Diab, a senior computer science student specializing in AI at Cairo University is a seasoned data scientist currently interning with the digitization team at P&G.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 118 by Beata Young with guest Gail Robertson, a Chief Curiosity Officer, PR Strategist, and Keynote Speaker at GailNow. With her virtual and in-person coaching, she's breaking the mold of traditional marketing to empower businesses to embrace the power of curiosity.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 117 by Beata Young with guest Sylvia Dziuba, a sleep science enthusiast, whose recent book "Go to Sleep Late: and Other Advice for Night Owls" deploys the latest research to deliver top tips aligning your daily routines with your unique chronotype. Whether you're a night owl, an early bird, or somewhere in between, this episode will empower you to optimize your sleep and wake up feeling more energized and focused.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 116 by Beata Young with guest Juliet Hall, Award-Winning Author of “Own Your Opportunities,” principal of Juliet Hall INC and recognized as a "Top Black Woman of Influence" in Atlanta, is here to unravel the secrets of self-discovery and self-determination.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 115 by Beata Young with guest Rebecca Murray.

Our guest, Rebecca P. Murray's inspiring journey reminds us that within every one of us lies a story - a story waiting to be told, a story waiting to be heard. It is in embracing our truths, even the painful ones, that we discover our inner strength and resilience.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 114 by Beata Young with guest Niyati Tamaskar, who has 18 years of experience in developing cutting-edge electronic controls for diverse applications, including natural gas engines. Niyati is also the dynamic regional leader of the Center for Women in Technology (CWiT) North America, where she's a driving force for change.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 113 Beata Young with guest Denise Conroy.

Denise Conroy, a transformational leader and advocate for women in executive roles. With her extensive experience as a CEO and executive coach, Denise is uniquely quis alified to empower women in their professional journeys. She founded Themy, an executive coaching practice dedicated to advancing more female executives to the C-suite and boardroom. 

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 112 by Beata Young with guest Darinka Burovska as our esteemed guest for the second time! Darinka, a product discovery and product management coach based in Berlin, is a Google WomanTechmaker Ambassador with a strong passion for diversity and women empowerment. She is also a mentor for product management and has mentored over 100 professionals to improve their skills and grow their careers in tech. 

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 111 by Beata Young with guest Deborah Coviello.

For this PHD episode, we are happy to be joined by Deborah Coviello, advisor, author, podcast host, and Founder of Illumination Partners. Certified as a Lean and Six Sigma Blackbelt, Deb's programs empower CEOs to identify emerging leaders and harness the power of their people. She's also a dedicated board member of Women in Flavor & Fragrance Commerce (WFFC).

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 110 by Beata Young with guest Tina Fisic.

Tina Fisic is a Senior IT Manager at Ipsos UK, as our esteemed guest. Despite holding a prestigious role as Google's Ambassador for women in tech in Croatia, Tina made the audacious decision to resign in order to strike a harmonious balance between her roles as a mother, manager, and Cyberpsychology student.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 109 by Beata Young with guest Bella Bardswell.

For this PHD episode, we are excited to be joined by Bella Bardswell, co-founder of Stellafai, a seasoned expert in cultural change, innovation, agile methodologies, and design thinking. Bella's extensive experience includes leading Digital Transformation and Value Advisory teams at Google and as the Head of Agile Practice, EMEA, at IBM.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 108 by Beata Young with guest Shubhansha Agrawal.

Shubhansha Agrawal, is a seasoned leader with 12 years of experience in product management, engineering, and leadership across diverse industries and regions.

Shubhansha is the Head of Product for Contributions & Community at Yelp and has played key roles at Salesforce and the Wall Street Journal. 

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights as we explore the intersection of AI and the future of work. Join us live and be part of the conversation that inspires a positive outlook towards AI!

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 107 by Beata Young with guest Jo Brianti.

Jo Brianti is an experienced data protection officer (DPO) with a background in project management. Leveraging her privacy knowledge and operational skills, Jo supports businesses in embedding privacy and data management techniques into their processes. Her expertise lies in guiding businesses to safeguard sensitive information and effectively mitigate risks. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and upholding privacy rights, Jo helps businesses to build customer trust and integrity in the digital age.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 106 by Beata Young with guest Patty O'Callaghan.

Patty O'Callaghan has 20+ years experience in tech. With a background in AI, she works as a Tech Lead at Charles River Laboratories. 

In her free time, Patty is a dedicated mentor and educator, leading a Code Club for 10-15 year-olds at her local school and being part of the Google Developers Group Glasgow. Patty is a Google's Women Techmakers Ambassador.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 105 by Beata Young with guest Pamela Kellert.

Pamela Kellert helps female professionals in STEM sectors thrive in leadership roles. She is a seasoned Strategic Leadership Expert with over 16 year’s experience working in Strategy, Business Development and Project Delivery, heading diverse teams at leading organisations across Australia, Asia, Europe and North America. As a leadership coach, Pamela supports women at multiple experience levels to lead effectively and authentically.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 104 by Beata Young with guest Pamela Kellert.

As the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology and innovation, the need for diverse leadership in STEM fields has become more important than ever. However, women in STEM still face numerous challenges when it comes to advancing into leadership roles. Unlocking authentic leadership is key to helping diversity succeed in STEM. 

Learn how to lead from an expert in developing female leadership talent. Pamela Kellert helps female professionals in STEM sectors thrive in leadership roles. She is a seasoned Strategic Leadership Expert with over 16 year’s experience working in Strategy, Business Development and Project Delivery, heading diverse teams at leading organisations across Australia, Asia, Europe and North America. As a leadership coach, Pamela supports women at multiple experience levels to lead effectively and authentically.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 103 by Beata Young with Chen Odesky. Chen is an expert in the field of designing and developing digital experiences that have resonated with users–UX/UI Designer Chen Odesky. Her first experience in business and design was in the media and marketing industry, where she shaped her skills in planning, developing, marketing, and analyzing various digital assets. Her priority is to always consider user needs and create a seamless, unique, and innovative experience.  Whether you're a digital marketer, UX designer, product manager, or business owner, join us as we explore ways in creating compelling digital experiences that users love and how to design digital experiences that are user-friendly and easy to navigate.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 102 by Beata Young with guest Rita Ernst.

In this episode 102 of Positivity Hack Delivered, we will dive into the power of positive thinking and explore practical strategies for cultivating a positive mindset. Our guest is Rita Ernst, owner of “Ignite Your Extraordinary”, an organizational consulting practice emphasizing the convergence of happiness and productivity to create positive, committed, high-performing companies. Rita is also the Author of the book “Show Up Positive.”

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode #101 by Beata Young with guest Krista Kim.

The Metaverse is a virtual space where people can interact with each other and digital objects in a shared, immersive environment. It's a world that's rapidly growing and expanding, and it has the potential to revolutionize many aspects of our lives–including mental health.

For Positivity Hack Delivered Episode 101, we will explore the exciting ways in which the Metaverse is transforming mental health with special guest Krista Kim, an acclaimed creator and pioneer in the Metaverse space who has firsthand experience of deploying the power of virtual reality and other technologies to address mental health challenges. Krista is a contemporary artist, co-founder of 0.xyz, and founder of Techism (2014).

Whether you're already familiar with the Metaverse or just curious about its potential to transform our well-being, this episode is not to be missed. Join us as we delve into this exciting new field with one of its most visionary and innovative leaders.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 100 by Beata Young with guests Nayra Hashem and Darinka Burovska.

Nayra Hashem is a developer at the Ministry of Justice in Yemen and works as a freelance mobile app developer and UX designer.

Darinka Burovska is a product discovery and product management coach, and an advocate for diversity and woman empowerment.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 099 by Beata Young with guest Precious Williams.

The Pitch Queen, Precious L. Williams, is a 13-time national elevator pitch champion. Her company, Perfect Pitches by Precious, teaches you the tools and tenacity to pitch with power, sell with storytelling, and develop a masterful mindset for communication. Precious is a dynamic international professional speaker, effective corporate trainer and 4X 1 bestselling author.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 097 by Beata Young with guest Nayra Hashem.

For Positivity Hack Delivered episode 97, our second-time guest Nayra Hashem will be walking us through a simple workflow that would help beginners build beautiful apps with Flutter. Nayra is a UX Designer and Mobile Developer who self-studied to learn mobile development. One of the frameworks she studied is Flutter, an open source framework by Google for building beautiful applications. Currently, Nayra is finishing her Google Professional Certificate in UX design.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 096 by Beata Young with guest Sumaiya Noor.

Our guest Sumaiya Noor will take us through her unique journey as a woman from an underprivileged background who applied for a scholarship to achieve a global career in technology. Sumaiya has 13+ years of experience in a wide range of leadership roles and has taken global roles where she led and managed teams across several countries/continents in Product Management, Digital Transformation, and Talent Management. She is also on the Advisory Council of Harvard Business Review (HBR) and a member of the World Economic Forum’s AI Council.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 095 by Beata Young with guest Helene Panzarino.

Helene Panzarino is an Associate Director with the Centre for Digital Banking and Finance in LIBF, part of the Vacuumlabs Community Bank team, an experienced FinTech Programme Director, a passionate entrepreneur, educator and author. Her career boasts a number of ‘firsts’, including the FinTech Scale Programme for Rainmaking, the Inaugural Programme of Education and Events for Innovate Finance as well as the FinTech Entrepreneurship Masters’ for UCL.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 094 - International Women's Day Special Episode by Beata Young.

On March 8, women (and men) all over the world celebrate International Women's Day. This year, the focus is innovation and technology to achieve gender equality.

Women have been breaking the glass ceiling for years. We've been making our presence felt in every industry and in every corner of the world, but there are still big challenges for women: how to get noticed, how to get hired, how to be taken seriously… and the list goes on.

In honor of International Women's Day, Women On IT founder and Positivity Hack Delivered host, Beata Young will be taking a look back at some highlights from past episodes/interviews with inspiring guests, that will help women break through glass ceilings and become #WomenOnIT.

We're so excited to share these key takeaways with you, and we hope they inspire you to share your own experiences as well.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 093 by Beata Young with guest Breen Sullivan.

Breen Sullivan is a C-Suite executive, the Founder of The Fourth Floor, a Market Network on a mission to close the gender power, wealth, and funding gap by diversifying boardrooms and cap tables. The Fourth Floor matches startups and companies to board-ready women in a trusted, efficient and cost-effective way to disrupt the traditional board search process and break systemic barriers that have kept women out of the board candidate pipeline.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 092 by Beata Young with guest Dorian Mintzer.

Dorian Mintzer is working to empower people to confront and recognize societal ageism and internalized ageism. Dorian is a retirement coach, consultant, and popular speaker. She combines her personal and professional experiences as a therapist, coach, and teacher with expertise in adult development, life planning, and positive psychology as she works to help people navigate the second half of life.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 091 by Beata Young with guest Azadeh Williams.

Azadeh Williams is the Managing Director or AZK Media, is just the right person to provide insights in this scope. With over 20 years' global experience in media, marketing and public relations, Azadeh is passionate about helping B2B companies expand into new and emerging markets. She has produced over 8,000 new stories, research insights, PR and marketing campaigns globally as a former solicitor, lecturer and international journalist.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 090 by Beata Young with guest Nora DiNuzzo.

Nora DiNuzzo has spent the first 15 years of her career working for independent advertising agencies, pitching hundreds of brands from startups to Fortune 500. She has helped many big companies get bigger but her passion for helping the small business community inspired her to start Pitcher, a brand strategy and growth consultancy for small businesses (

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 089 by Beata Young with guest Tasha Penwell.

Tasha, is the founder of Bytes and Bits, she's an Educator and Digital Marketer who left a career in higher education to focus on teaching technology skills in rural and underserved communities.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 088 by Beata Young with guest Madona S. Wambua.

Madona S. Wambua, is a Senior Android Engineer, and Google Developer Expert for Android who has over five years of experience developing Android applications. She is also an author, with her first book: “Modern Android 13 Development Cookbook.” Madona is also a keynote speaker, GDG NYC Lead, Women Techmakers Ambassador, and a host of Tech Talks with Madona, a podcast geared towards supporting women in STEM.