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Don't miss out on the next #womenintech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://womenintechshow.comBe featured in the Women in Tech Community by creating your profile here http://womenintechvip.com“Somer Baburek of Hera Biotech: Advancing Women’s Health”#womenintech Show is a WeAreTech.fm production.Become a Most Valuable Listener at http://womenintech.loveTo support the Women in Tech podcast go to https://www.patreon.com/womenintechTo be featured on the podcast go to http://womenintechshow.com/featureHost,Espree Devora https://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest, Somer Baburek https://www.linkedin.com/in/somerbaburekIn LA? Here’s some awesome resources for you to become immersed in the LA Tech scene -For a calendar of all LA Startup events go to, http://WeAreLATech.comGet Podcast Listeners, http://getpodcastlisteners.com/Tour Signup, https://tour.wefranch.com/signup/los-angeles-1Los Angeles Tech Community Leader Co Working Day, https://lu.ma/losangelestech_coworkingResources Mentioned:Hera Biotech, https://www.herabiotech.comGeekdom, https://geekdom.comLaunch SA, launched saBetty’s Co, https://bettysco.comCuriedx, https://www.curiedx.comAll In Her Head, https://www.amazon.com/All-Her-Head-Medicine-Matters/dp/0063293013Credits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.comProduction and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.caTeam support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Somer Baburek Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Women in Tech Podcast - Episode ShownotesEpisode Title: Building Evenigo: Christina Ness on Grit, No-Code, and Connection Host: Espree DevoraGuest: Christina Ness  CEO & Founder of EvenigoEpisode Highlights:In this inspiring episode, Espree Devora chats with Christina Ness, an entrepreneur based in Los Angeles and the founder of Evenigo, a social calendar platform designed to help users connect with their favorite brands, artists, and influencers—without the spam. It makes sure that you don't miss out on your favorite live events by adding key concerts and sporting events directly to your calendar. Christina shares her journey from working at digital agencies and gaming giants like Activision Blizzard to building her own tech startup from scratch.You’ll hear Christina’s candid take on:What Evenigo Is & How It Works: A user-friendly platform where you can discover and subscribe to event and brand calendars, integrate with your Google Calendar, and never miss out on retail sales or live events again.Her Journey Into Tech: From agency life and UI/UX to a stint at Activision Blizzard, Christina explains how the tech world opened up to her and why there’s no one right path.Building Evenigo: The ups and downs, from collaborating with a friend on the original concept to learning no-code tools like Wix, Adalo, and Bubble to launch the product without a traditional coding background.Entrepreneurial Realities: Christina gets real about founder loneliness, overcoming self-doubt, and how persistence, even more than expertise, leads to success.Community & Support: The power of programs like Jason Calacanis’s LAUNCH accelerator in fostering connection and growth for early-stage founders, plus why finding the right cofounder or CTO is often game-changing.Fundraising & Growth: Christina discusses the challenges around traction, fundraising milestones, and her plans to scale Evenigo.Key Takeaways:There’s no single way to build a company—do it your way!You don’t have to be a coder to launch a tech product; resourcefulness and grit matter more.Community, support, and continuous learning are essential for women founders.Christina’s Top Recommendations:Book: I Forgot to Die by Khalil Rafati – an inspiring, honest look at entrepreneurship and personal transformation.Podcast: Earn Your Happy by Lori Harder – uplifting conversations with entrepreneurs and thought leaders.Connect with Evenigo:Discover ways to spice up your calendar and never miss out on events you care about.Website: Evenigo(Integrate with Google Calendar, discover events, and avoid the spam!)Other Resources Mentioned:Jason Calacanis LAUNCH AcceleratorWomen in Tech’s LA Tech WalksJoin the Conversation:If you’re inspired by Christina’s story or want to meet fellow founders, check out Women in Tech’s LA Tech Walks to expand your network—and maybe meet your next co-founder!About Women in Tech Podcast:Hosted by Espree Devora, the show spotlights women in tech around the world, sharing practical advice and real stories so you can see what’s possible: “If She Can Do It, So Can I.”Listen, Subscribe & Share!Thank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with your community. For more inspiring stories, subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Women in Tech Podcast: Mariyam Shamshidova Wefranch US tour: https://tour.wefranch.com/signup/los-angeles-2Host: Espree DevoraGuest: Mariyam Shamshidova (Growth & Product Lead, Wefranch)Location: Lighthouse Studio, Venice, CAEpisode Theme: Navigating Entrepreneurship, Franchising, and Building Purposeful Careers in TechKey Topics & HighlightsMariyam’s Journey: From Uzbekistan to Vanderbilt to NYC startup life.What is Wefranch? Making franchising accessible with data-driven tools, and what being the “Zillow of franchising” means.The Power of Franchising: Debunking myths, its accessibility for young founders and creators, and why it’s an untapped lucrative opportunity.Early-Stage Startup Life: The reality of multi-tasking, learning on the go, and finding confidence without a big brand name.Purpose & Success: Redefining success beyond status, and staying connected to your “why.”Women & Belief: The importance of self-belief, especially for women in tech, and breaking mental models that keep women from applying for opportunities.Event Building & Community: Mariyam’s hands-on tactics for event marketing and growth – from local connectors to personalized outreach.Personal Growth: Lessons from Charlie Munger, advice on prioritization, and finding mentorship in unexpected places.Resources & RecommendationsCompany: Wefranch.com – Marketplace for franchising opportunitiesRecommended Book: Poor Charlie’s Almanack by Charlie MungerMust-Follow Thought Leader: Paul Graham (Y Combinator essays)Past Relevant Episode: WeAreLATech podcast with Wefranch founder Gregory Ugwi Favorite Quotes“In order to do anything, you must believe that the thing is possible.”“It’s not about the magazine cover — it’s about how you feel in your body every day.”“If she can do it, so can I.”Connect with UsPodcast VIP Community: womenintechvip.comSocial: @WomenInTechShow on all platformsListen and get inspired by Mariyam’s story — redefining what’s possible for women in tech, one bold step at a time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don't miss out on the next #womenintech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://womenintechshow.comBe featured in the Women in Tech Community by creating your profile here http://womenintechvip.com“Laura Ruiz of Code Flight: Accessibility for Coding”#womenintech Show is a WeAreTech.fm production.Become a Most Valuable Listener at http://womenintech.loveTo support the Women in Tech podcast go to https://www.patreon.com/womenintechTo be featured on the podcast go to http://womenintechshow.com/featureHost,Espree Devora https://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest, Laura Ruizhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraruizroehrsIn LA? Here’s some awesome resources for you to become immersed in the LA Tech scene -For a calendar of all LA Startup events go to, http://WeAreLATech.comGet Podcast Listeners, http://getpodcastlisteners.com/Tour Signup, https://tour.wefranch.com/signup/los-angeles-1Los Angeles Tech Community Leader Co Working Day, https://lu.ma/losangelestech_coworkingResources Mentioned:Code Flight, https://www.codeflight.ioGeekdom, https://geekdom.comLaunch SA, launched saYes Theory, https://yestheory.comRepurpose.io, https://repurpose.ioCapCut, https://www.capcut.comWordle, https://www.nytimes.com/games/wordle/index.htmlGive and Take, https://www.amazon.com/Give-Take-Helping-Others-Success/dp/0143124986Suitcase Coder, https://www.suitcasecoder.comCoolors, https://coolors.coMetricool, https://metricool.comOne Million Cups, https://www.1millioncups.comPeople Mentioned:Tony Hsieh, https://www.instagram.com/downtowntonyCredits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.comProduction and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.caTeam support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Laura Ruiz Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don't miss out on the next #womenintech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://womenintechshow.comBe featured in the Women in Tech Community by creating your profile here http://womenintechvip.com“Molly Landman of PetSafe Brands: Creating Great Moments With Pets”#womenintech Show is a WeAreTech.fm production.Become a Most Valuable Listener at http://womenintech.loveTo support the Women in Tech podcast go to https://www.patreon.com/womenintechTo be featured on the podcast go to http://womenintechshow.com/featureHost,Espree Devora https://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest, Molly Landmanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-landman-bb0b702In LA? Here’s some awesome resources for you to become immersed in the LA Tech scene -For a calendar of all LA Startup events go to, http://WeAreLATech.comGet Podcast Listeners, http://getpodcastlisteners.com/Resources Mentioned:PetSafeBrands, https://petsafebrands.comAura Ring, https://ouraring.comAutoSleep, https://apps.apple.com/us/app/autosleep-track-sleep-on-watch/id1164801111NY Times, https://www.nytimes.comPeople Mentioned:Tony Hsieh, https://www.instagram.com/downtowntonySylvia Plath, https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/sylvia-plathMelissa Wood Health, https://melissawoodhealth.comCredits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.comProduction and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.caTeam support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Molly Landman Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don't miss out on the next #womenintech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://womenintechshow.comBe featured in the Women in Tech Community by creating your profile here http://womenintechvip.com“Alyssa Pollack of Fello: Revolutionizing Peer Support: Women In Tech Chicago”#womenintech Show is a WeAreTech.fm production.Become a Most Valuable Listener at http://womenintech.loveTo support the Women in Tech podcast go to https://www.patreon.com/womenintechTo be featured on the podcast go to http://womenintechshow.com/featureHost,Espree Devora https://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest, Alyssa Pollackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssa-pollackIn LA? Here’s some awesome resources for you to become immersed in the LA Tech scene -For a calendar of all LA Startup events go to, http://WeAreLATech.comGet Podcast Listeners, http://getpodcastlisteners.com/Resources Mentioned:Fello, https://www.myfello.appUber, https://www.uber.comPeople Mentioned:Tony Hsieh, https://www.instagram.com/downtowntonyCredits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.comProduction and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.caTeam support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Alyssa Pollack Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don't miss out on the next #womenintech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://womenintechshow.comBe featured in the Women in Tech Community by creating your profile here http://womenintechvip.com“Stormy Jackson of Mayo Clinic: Commit To Taking Action”#womenintech Show is a WeAreTech.fm production.Become a Most Valuable Listener at http://womenintech.loveTo support the Women in Tech podcast go to https://www.patreon.com/womenintechTo be featured on the podcast go to http://womenintechshow.com/featureHost,Espree Devora https://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest, Stormy Jacksonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stormydesigns/In LA? Here’s some awesome resources for you to become immersed in the LA Tech scene -For a calendar of all LA Startup events go to, http://WeAreLATech.comGet Podcast Listeners, http://getpodcastlisteners.com/Resources Mentioned:Mayo Clinic, https://www.mayoclinic.org/ChatGPT, https://chatgpt.com/TechCrunch, https://techcrunch.com/Morning Brew, https://www.morningbrew.com/Tech Ladies, https://www.facebook.com/groups/techladies/Perplexity, https://www.perplexity.ai/Networth and Chill with Your Rich BFF Podcast, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/networth-and-chill-with-your-rich-bff/id1676999261/The Financial Diet, https://www.youtube.com/thefinancialdiet/tech.LA Fellows, https://www.tech.la/People Mentioned:Andy Bauch, https://www.linkedin.com/in/andybauch/Credits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.comProduction and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.caTeam support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Stormy Jackson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don't miss out on the next #womenintech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://womenintechshow.comBe featured in the Women in Tech Community by creating your profile here http://womenintechvip.com“Jessie Goodall of Besa Mi Vino: Curating and Producing Events”#womenintech Show is a WeAreTech.fm production.Become a Most Valuable Listener at http://womenintech.loveTo support the Women in Tech podcast go to https://www.patreon.com/womenintechTo be featured on the podcast go to http://womenintechshow.com/featureHost,Espree Devora https://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest, Jessie Goodallhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-goodall-401177213In LA? Here’s some awesome resources for you to become immersed in the LA Tech scene -For a calendar of all LA Startup events go to, http://WeAreLATech.comGet Podcast Listeners, http://getpodcastlisteners.com/Resources Mentioned:Besa mi vino, https://linktr.ee/DrinkbesawebSpin The Besa, https://www.amazon.com/Spin-BESA-Drinking-Challenge-Original/dp/B0CM4NDLGZUCLA, https://www.ucla.eduPeople Mentioned:Katie Vander Ark, https://www.linkedin.com/in/katievanderarkCredits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.comProduction and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.caTeam support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Jessie Goodall Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don't miss out on the next #womenintech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://womenintechshow.comBe featured in the Women in Tech Community by creating your profile here http://womenintechvip.com“LA Tech Week Female Founders Showcase”#womenintech Show is a WeAreTech.fm production.Become a Most Valuable Listener at http://womenintech.loveTo support the Women in Tech podcast go to https://www.patreon.com/womenintechTo be featured on the podcast go to http://womenintechshow.com/featureHost,Espree Devora https://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest, Kristin Pattersonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinhpatterson713/In LA? Here’s some awesome resources for you to become immersed in the LA Tech scene -For a calendar of all LA Startup events go to, http://WeAreLATech.comGet Podcast Listeners, http://getpodcastlisteners.com/People Mentioned: Event photographer Adam Episcopo, shotbyae.comEVENT HOSTS INSTAGRAM:Live Bash: https://www.instagram.com/livebashwastakenJustworks: https://www.instagram.com/justworksWeAreLATech: https://www.instagram.com/wearelatechWomen in Tech Show: https://instagram.com/womenintechshowEspree Devora: https://www.instagram.com/espreedevora  Tech Week: https://www.instagram.com/techweeka16zEVENT HOSTS LINKEDIN:Live Bash: https://www.linkedin.com/company/live-bashJustworks: https://www.linkedin.com/company/justworks-WeAreLATech: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wearelatechWomen in Tech Show: https://www.linkedin.com/company/womenintechshowEspree Devora: https://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeTech Week: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-week-a16zEVENT HOSTS X (TWITTER):Live Bash: https://x.com/LiveBashIsTakenJustworks: https://x.com/justworksWeAreLATech: https://x.com/WeAreLATechWomen in Tech Show: https://x.com/WomenInTechShowEspree Devora: https://x.com/espreedevoraTech Week: https://x.com/Techweek_EVENT HOSTS FACEBOOK:Live Bash: https://www.facebook.com/livebashwastakenJustworks: https://www.facebook.com/JustworksHRWeAreLATech: https://www.facebook.com/wearelatechWomen in Tech Show: https://www.facebook.com/womenintechshowEspree Devora: https://www.facebook.com/espreedevoraCredits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.comProduction and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.caTeam support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Kristin Patterson  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don't miss out on the next #womenintech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://womenintechshow.comBe featured in the Women in Tech Community by creating your profile here http://womenintechvip.com“Carla Guzzetti of Extreme Networks: Becoming A Leader”#womenintech Show is a WeAreTech.fm production.Become a Most Valuable Listener at http://womenintech.loveTo support the Women in Tech podcast go to https://www.patreon.com/womenintechTo be featured on the podcast go to http://womenintechshow.com/featureHost,Espree Devora https://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest, Carla Guzzetti  https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlaguzzettiIn LA? Here’s some awesome resources for you to become immersed in the LA Tech scene -For a calendar of all LA Startup events go to, http://WeAreLATech.comGet Podcast Listeners, http://getpodcastlisteners.com/Resources Mentioned:Extreme Networks, https://www.extremenetworks.comLA Tech Week, https://www.tech-week.comGive and Take, https://www.amazon.com/Give-Take-Helping-Others-Success/dp/0143124986Design Duality, https://designduality.studioIBM Watson, https://www.ibm.com/watsonxDoctors Without Boarders, https://www.doctorswithoutborders.orgCredits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.comProduction and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.caTeam support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Carla Guzzetti Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.