WIN/WIN: Women in Innovation

WIN/WIN is an original podcast from Women In Innovation featuring conversations between Zoia Kozakov and women leaders who’ve carved careers in the historically male-dominated innovation space (innovation consultancies, innovation departments in Fortune 500 companies, and the startup ecosystem) — defining their own futures and creating a world where we all win. Each episode presents a one-on-one interview with a compelling innovator, delivering practical advice, strategies, and the stories of what drives them.

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#13 Sherine Kazim | Chief Experience Officer @ Wunderman Thompson NA

In this episode, Sherine Kazim shares what she’s learned through a career of charting new territories — from early days at Friendster to working on visual design at Walmart.com and crafting user experiences at EA. She emphasizes the importance of mentor and allyship in career-development, and expands on taking an ethical approach to design. Listen for advice on: Why digital and physical spaces are interconnected When to consider sacrificing “clicks for clarity” Looking for partners to help addre...

Nov 23, 2020•31 min

#12 Krista Edmunds | Director @ Barclays Ventures

In this episode, Krista Edmunds expounds on “accidentally” falling into finance and finding her way into the innovation and FinTech spaces as the Director of Business Innovation at Barclays Ventures. She highlights the value of mentorship, the importance of entrepreneurial thinking, and explains why conquering fears (and developing circus skills) in order to take more risks can be worth it. Listen for advice on: Thinking about mentorship as having your own personal board of directors Misconcepti...

Nov 16, 2020•28 min

#11 Kim Patel | Head of Partnerships @ Bubble, Founding Director @ Envision Accelerator

In this episode, Kim Patel delivers straight talk about building a career through working efficiently and seizing new opportunities, expounding on how she moved from working in investment banking to media, with jobs at the Huffington Post, AOL, and as director of global strategy at VICE, all before age 30. She also highlights the importance of asking for help and building a solid support system. Listen for advice on: What questions to ask yourself when you might want to leave a job Improvements ...

Nov 09, 2020•31 min

#10 Gina Bianchini | CEO & Founder @ Mighty Networks

In this episode, Gina Bianchini shares how growing up in Cupertino, California in the 1970s and 80s fueled her interest in social technologies and pushed her to become a startup founder. As the CEO and founder of Mighty Networks, she wants to empower small communities to come together. Listen for advice on: Examining your relationship with feedback Seeking out sponsors who will tangibly advocate for your career Planning a product feature roadmap To learn more: Gina Bianchini (Guest): https://www...

Nov 02, 2020•27 min

#09 Liat Karpel Gurwicz | Head of eCommerce Marketing @ Wix

In this episode, Liat Karpel Gurwicz delivers some high-level strategies for making the most of product marketing, utilizing the knowledge she’s gained through 15 years in tech. As the head of ecommerce marketing for Wix, Gurwicz offers a specific look at an industry segment experiencing hypergrowth. Listen for advice on: What strategies to put into action to succeed this holiday season with ecommerce How to best connect with your current and future customers Navigating maternity leave with care...

Oct 26, 2020•29 min

#08 Danielle Lay | Principal @ New Enterprise Associates (NEA)

In this episode, Danielle Lay shares how growing up in Hong Kong gave her early exposure to the business world, paving the way for her to start her own web design company, work at Goldman Sachs, and become a principal at the venture capital firm New Enterprise Associates. She also talks about the role of design in innovation, the importance of finding mentors, and why being yourself is the best thing you can be. Listen for advice on: Understanding different types of innovation and what makes the...

Oct 19, 2020•25 min

#07 Eva Goicochea | CEO & Founder @ Maude

In this episode, Eva Goicochea shares how an education in marketing and work as a legislative aide prepared her to become a leader in the sexual wellness space, as the CEO and founder of Maude. She explains how she saw a space to innovate in reframing how people could think about sex and intimacy, and how brands can better connect with customers. Listen for advice on: Taking a more human, genderless approach to creating products Why caring about people has to be embedded in company culture early...

Oct 12, 2020•26 min

#06 Jessica Tillyer | Chief Experience Officer @ re—inc, Ex-SYPartners

In this episode, Jessica Tillyer shares how thinking about innovating for one’s own life can open the door for new opportunities, and how Deepak Chopra introduced her to Megan Rapinoe. After a 10-year career at SYPartners and having had her second child, Tillyer explains why she felt called to her role at re—inc, the brand founded by members of the US Women’s Soccer team, and what it means to innovate a lifestyle brand. Listen for advice on: Creating lists to define what you want How to talk to ...

Oct 05, 2020•32 min

#05 MarySharon Owens | Head of Global Creative Studio @ Illumina

In this episode, Marysharon Owens details a career that hasn’t fit into a box, as she’s created her own job descriptions and charted new territories at Microsoft, Bank of America, Target, RGA, and Illumina. Owens talks about the value of building hybrid skill sets and how current times call for harnessing actionable vulnerability to create something new. Listen for advice on: Articulating your value in a way that’s meaningful to your listener Why creativity is not about having the right answer B...

Sep 28, 2020•32 min

#04 Gesche Haas | CEO & Founder @ Dreamers & Doers

In this episode, Gesche Haas relays how she founded a collective for women entrepreneurs “by accident,” turning connections in the finance and start-up worlds into the network of Dreamers & Doers. Gesche emphasizes the importance of seeking out authentic, values-driven relationships, and explains that “so much more is possible when we join forces on our journey.” Listen for advice on: How to decide if you should say yes to an investment The double-standard for male and female founders when i...

Sep 21, 2020•26 min

#03 Jenny Danzi | Senior Director, New Platforms @ PepsiCo

In this episode, Jenny Danzi talks about embracing the idea that a career is a marathon, not a sprint, as she discusses taking on different jobs — in marketing, strategy, and general management — at PepsiCo. She highlights the gift of feedback from peers and senior leaders to push careers forward, and amplifies the need to create spaces where women can be human at work. Listen for advice on: What she looks for when she hires How to talk to your boss about taking maternity leave Planning your car...

Sep 14, 2020•24 min

#02 Britta Mulderrig | Head of Marketing @ Hello Alfred

In this episode Britta Mulderrig discusses her wide-ranging and industrious career — including using internships to land her first job with the Tampa Bay Lightning, navigating times of challenging growth at Uber, and the perils of being the only woman in the room. She also dispenses advice for building resilience, keeping a to-do list to bolster productivity, and making a positive impact — through your job and beyond. Britta Mulderrig (Guest): https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittamulderrig/ Zoia Ko...

Aug 31, 2020•33 min

#01 Enshalla Anderson | Chief Strategy Officer @ Futurebrand

In this episode, Enshalla Anderson shares the exploratory experiences that have shaped her trajectory — from early days as an analyst at JP Morgan to management consulting, Avon, Vivaldi Partners, and FutureBrand. Enshalla espouses that “a career is an aggregate of chapters” rather than a linear path, and encourages seeking environments that value you and opportunities that provide a runway for growth. She also talks about being the “quiet girl” and navigating work and parenthood. Enshalla Ander...

Aug 31, 2020•36 min

#00 WIN/WIN Podcast Trailer

This season, WIN/WIN will feature women leaders across multiple industries, companies, and backgrounds to bring their unique innovation and leadership experience and expertise to our listeners. Episodes will be released every other Monday, so make sure to subscribe to never miss a moment! Useful links to learn more: About the Podcast: www.womenininnovation.co/podcast About Zoia Kozakov, WIN/WIN Host: www.linkedin.com/in/zoia-kozakov Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Ho...

Aug 19, 2020•35 sec

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