Welcome to The Tech Girl Podcast! In this episode, host Gertrude Chilufya sits down with R.M. “Raye” Easterly — a serial entrepreneur, problem solver, and founder of the By Invite Only (Byio) social platform.

Raye opens up about her journey of building 12 ventures (and exiting seven!), and her mission to create tech that’s both human-centered and fearless. Raised in #Detroit, she shares how the city’s grit and creativity shaped her entrepreneurial mindset. Together, they dive into authenticity in social media, user empowerment, and how Byio is reimagining digital communities. 🚀

Don’t miss this powerful conversation about innovation, community building, and leading with purpose.

📱 Connect with R.M. Easterly:

👉 Facebook: facebook.com/r.m.easterly

👉 Instagram: instagram.com/r.m_easterly

👉 Website: itsbyio.com

🎧 Podcast Produced by: LeTroy Gardner & Mario Washington | Fourcast Media — pushplaypods.com

#TheTechGirlPodcast #WomenInTech #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #SocialMediaReimagined #TechLeadership #Byio #DetroitTech #FearlessInnovation

Episode Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to the Tech Girl Podcast

00:42 Meet the Guest: R.M. Easterly, Serial Entrepreneur

02:22 The Detroit Spirit: Resilience and Pride

06:08 RM's Early Business Ventures

07:36 Problem Solving vs. Entrepreneurship

12:35 Balancing Intellect and Intuition

18:13 Building 'By Invite Only': A New Social Platform

26:53 Co-Creation and Community Building

27:16 Inclusivity and Empowerment

31:00 Empathy in Design

34:22 Leadership Philosophy

36:12 Balancing Personal and Professional Life

42:56 Lightning Round: Unsolved Problems

45:37 Human-Centered Innovation

49:40 Final Thoughts and What's Next

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Join host Gertrude Chilufya on this powerful episode of The Tech Girl Podcast as she speaks with Brazil’s top LinkedIn voice, Felipe dos Anjos Almeida. Known for his impactful talks, workshops, and mentorship, Felipe challenges companies to move beyond performative gestures and truly embrace diversity, inclusion, and innovation in the workplace.

Felipe shares his inspiring journey and transformative projects like “Trans Sub,” an initiative empowering trans women in tech. Together, Gertrude and Felipe unpack what authentic employer branding really looks like, the importance of representation in leadership, and how each of us can be an effective ally for lasting change.

Whether you’re in tech, HR, or simply passionate about equity and inclusion, this conversation delivers fresh perspectives and actionable insights to help build a more inclusive future.

Connect with Felipe:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/almeidafelipe88/

Podcast Produced by LeTroy Gardner & Mario Washington | Fourcast Media

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#TechGirlPodcast #DiversityInTech #Inclusion #EmployerBranding #FelipeAlmeida #BrazilianVoices #InnovationThroughDiversity

Episode Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to the Tech Girl Podcast

02:34 Defining Employer Branding

05:19 The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion

08:06 Felipe's Journey and Initiatives

16:06 Creating Inclusive Work Environments

17:39 Implementing Diversity Programs

20:57 Measuring Diversity and Inclusion

26:42 Measuring Employer Branding and Recruitment

27:18 Diversity and Inclusion in Brazilian Companies

29:14 Programs for Underrepresented Groups

31:32 Challenges and Solutions for Diversity

33:18 Advice for New Inclusive Companies

38:19 The Role of Allies in Promoting Inclusion

42:06 Current State and Future of Diversity

50:31 Economic Realities in Brazil

52:59 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Podcast Produced by LeTroy Gardner & Mario Washington | Fourcast Media 🌐 pushplaypods.com

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In this inspiring episode of The Tech Girl Podcast, host Gertrude Chilufya sits down with Lieke Lamb, keynote speaker, innovation strategist, and Director of Women in Tech Netherlands to discuss breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry and building a more inclusive digital future.

Lieke opens up about her journey as a tech leader, the importance of digital and AI literacy, and why women’s voices must stay central in shaping innovation. She also shares her forward-thinking perspective on the future of work, gender equality, and the power of human connection in an AI-driven world.

If you’re passionate about technology, equality, and innovation, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss!

🔗 Connect with Lieke Lamb:

🌐 Website: www.trendwatcher.com

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liekelamb/

🎧 Podcast Produced by LeTroy Gardner & Mario Washington | Fourcast Media 🌐 pushplaypods.com

#TechGirlPodcast #WomenInTech #AIInnovation #DigitalLiteracy #FutureOfWork #GenderEquality #LiekeLamb #GertrudeChilufya #WomenEmpowerment #TechLeadership #InnovationStrategy

Episode Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to the Tech Girl Podcast

01:26 Meet Today's Guest: Lieke Lamb

02:14 Lamb's Career Journey and Achievements

03:15 Challenges and Opportunities for Women in Tech

04:55 The Rapid Evolution of Technology

05:23 AI and Digital Literacy

12:29 The Human Element in Technological Advancement

21:37 Women in Tech: Global Movement and Personal Advocacy

29:44 The Startup World and Female Entrepreneurs

30:06 Encouraging Women to Be Bold

32:46 Role Models and Historical Female Figures

35:49 Challenges in the Workplace and Society

39:45 Balancing Career and Family

45:00 Lightning Round: Personal Insights

48:18 Final Thoughts and Advice

51:36 Podcast Conclusion and Key Takeaways

Podcast Produced by LeTroy Gardner & Mario Washington | Fourcast Media 🌐 pushplaypods.com

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