Season 4 Ep 3: Frances O'Rafferty

I sat down with Maria Torres and we had a great conversation. Here is what we discussed:Introduction (0:03)Maria's Background and Career (1:35)Challenges Faced by Latin American Women in the UK (3:43)Navigating Cultural and Gender Biases (8:29)Adapting to Corporate Culture and Building Resilience (12:59)Support and Allies in the Corporate World (18:45)Latin American Women's Rights Service (21:48)Challenges of Quantifying the Latin American Population (25:38)Advice for Young Latin American Women in the Corporate World (30:23)Conclusion and Final Thoughts (34:07)

I sat down with Tori and what a brilliant conversation it was. Here is what we discussed:Tori's Background and Career Journey (0:03)Changes in Tech Industry and Work-Life Balance (5:22)Challenges and Support for Women in Tech (11:17)Imposter Syndrome and Confidence Building (14:07)Returning to Work After Career Breaks (40:10)Advice for Women Entering and Returning to Tech (42:21)Final Thoughts and Conclusion (45:36)

I sat down with Heather and what a fantastic conversation it was. Here is what we discussed:Introduction and Background of Heather (0:00)Challenges Faced by Women in Data and Tech (2:22)Handling Discrimination and Building Confidence (5:44)Statistics on Gender Bias and Discrimination (10:43)Initiatives to Support Women in Tech (14:20)The Role of Mentorship and Career Progression (21:10)Imposter Syndrome and Building Resilience (25:43)The Impact of AI on Women in Tech (31:26)Advice for Young Women Entering the Tech Industry (36:35)Conclusion and Final Thoughts (43:37)

It was great to sit down with Meenu and discuss the following:Meenu's Background and Journey into Data (0:02)Her new book and Role in Data and Tech (2:53)Challenges and Biases Faced by Women in Data and Tech (5:27)Impact of Cultural Background and Adaptability (7:36)Leadership Styles and Gender Dynamics (17:27)Current State of Women in Data and Tech (20:44)Advice for Women Entering Data and Tech (26:29)

I sat down with Liz to discuss her career, her early years where she learned to say yes to everything, leading teams and much more. Here is what we discussed:Liz's Background and Early Career (0:03)Transition to Analytics and Data Career (4:53)Challenges and Lessons in Leadership (7:03)Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence (12:02)Addressing Bias and Supporting Women in Tech (19:21)Encouraging Women in Data and Tech (34:25)Final Thoughts and Advice for Women in Data (34:46)

I sat down with Zoe to discuss her career, the impact she's made and her experiences within data with bias. Here is what we discussed:Zoe Kelly's Background and Career Journey (0:00)Challenges and Opportunities in the Data Industry (3:56)Experiences and Perceptions of Bias in the Workplace (5:22)Building Confidence and Overcoming Challenges (11:24)Mentorship and Networking (17:27)Promoting Inclusion and Supporting Women in Tech (23:37)Future Aspirations and Career Goals (31:50)The Role of Data Products and Empathy in Tech (32:05)Final Thoughts and Encouragement (35:49)

I spoke with Frances O'Rafferty about her journey from dancer to data. Both careers start with a d :-)Here is what we spoke about:Her Background and Early Career (0:03)Transition to Accenture and Career Progression (3:13)Challenges and Biases in Corporate Environments (5:14)Leadership Styles and Team Dynamics (10:00)Barriers and Opportunities for Women in Data and Tech (17:27)Advice for Emerging Leaders (26:04)Personal Reflections and Continuous Improvement (28:04)

I speak to Kudzayi Chakahwata about her journey as a women in data. Here is an outline of what we spoke about with timings:Introduction and Background of Kudzayi Chakahwata (0:04)Women in the Workplace and Data Analytics (3:06)Challenges and Experiences in Data and Analytics (5:38)Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives (7:47)Multiculturalism and Workplace Culture (14:06)Leadership and Gender Roles (18:51)Advice for Women Entering STEM Fields (24:50)Retaining Women in Tech (30:58)Final Thoughts and Conclusion (39:39)

I speak to Catherine King about her journey in the world of data/tech, her origins and how she got into data. What it's like being a woman in the industry and leading the charge for more inclusivity.

Kyle is the Founder & CEO of Orbition Group, a talent solutions, search and advisory firm that operates exclusively within the Data & Analytics space across the UK, Europe and USA. Kyle founded and hosts the Driven by Data Community which is comprised of four key components; Driven by Data: The Roundtable, Driven by Data: The Podcast, Driven by Data: The Mentorship and Driven by Data Magazine.