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W.E W.I.N Podcast

AccelerateHer Africa

15 episodes

6 days ago

Send us a text Many from a previous generation might have waited until they felt "more 'ready'" to start something impactful. Nana Yaa Serwaa represents a generation that is moving differently. Co-founder of the "Dare 2 Dream Initiative" and host of "The Big Stepper Podcast", she joins us to discuss why young people today are rejecting traditional timelines. We explore the "portfolio" approach to a career and what "shaping the future" looks like on a practical, day-to-day level for the next w...

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Send us a text Many from a previous generation might have waited until they felt "more 'ready'" to start something impactful. Nana Yaa Serwaa represents a generation that is moving differently. Co-founder of the "Dare 2 Dream Initiative" and host of "The Big Stepper Podcast", she joins us to discuss why young people today are rejecting traditional timelines. We explore the "portfolio" approach to a career and what "shaping the future" looks like on a practical, day-to-day level for the next w...

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Episodes (15/15)

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EP. 14 The Generation That Doesn't Wait: Nana Yaa Serwaa on Redefining "Ready"

Send us a text Many from a previous generation might have waited until they felt "more 'ready'" to start something impactful. Nana Yaa Serwaa represents a generation that is moving differently. Co-founder of the "Dare 2 Dream Initiative" and host of "The Big Stepper Podcast", she joins us to discuss why young people today are rejecting traditional timelines. We explore the "portfolio" approach to a career and what "shaping the future" looks like on a practical, day-to-day level for the next w...

3 days ago

32 minutes

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Ep. 13 From PwC to Founder: Marina Vandeberg on the Identity Shift and the Human Element of Business

Send us a text Leaving a long-term career like that is a huge identity shift". Marina Vandeberg shares her journey of leaving the "highly structured, prestigious world" of corporate advisory to build a business from a "blank slate". We discuss the hardest part of no longer being defined by a corporate label—"Marina from PwC" —and her philosophy that strategic partnerships are fundamentally about human relationships. She reveals why she has walked away from perfect-on-paper deals because the t...

1 week ago

39 minutes

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Ep.12 Reclaiming the Narrative: Nhlanhla Banda on Resilience After Workplace Violation

Send us a text Nhlanhla Banda built a formidable career as a High Court attorney and corporate legal counsel. But her path took a turn after an incredibly difficult experience involving sexual harassment and unfair perceptions. Now, she is on a mission to create safe spaces for women. We discuss how she is "reclaiming her narrative" through her firm, Justice Edge, and her advice for women to be "pillars of strength" for one another to resist unfair treatment. Support the show

2 weeks ago

35 minutes

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Ep. 11 Brain Drain vs. Brain Gain: Oge Onyemem on The Unique Power of Nigerian Talent

Send us a text In a competitive global classroom, what makes a Nigerian student stand out?. Oge Onyemem joins us to discuss the "brain drain vs. brain gain" debate and the most effective way to build a bridge for talent to bring global value back home. We explore the unique strengths Nigerian students bring to the table and the role the established diaspora can play in creating structured opportunities for the next generation. Support the show

3 weeks ago

46 minutes

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EP. 10 The Systems Architect: Amabelle Nwakanma on Funding, Innovation, and the "Unwritten Rules"

Send us a text Amabelle Nwakanma is a professional builder of "enabling environments," but her approach is rooted in understanding the human mind. We discuss the critical difference between looking at a problem as a "hands-on counsellor" versus a "systems architect," and how she bridges the gap. She reveals the "unwritten rule" for making social change ideas compelling to donors and discusses the systemic barriers preventing the creation of leadership pipelines for young African women. Throug...

1 month ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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Ep. 9 The Waiting Season: Bola Oduwole on Resilience, Pressure, and Inner Strength

Send us a text How do you manage profound personal challenges while maintaining a demanding career? HR expert Bola Oduwole shares her powerful personal story of perseverance through a seven-year waiting period before the birth of her child. We discuss how she navigated immense social and familial pressure and how that resilience informs her "Insider's Playbook" for women in corporate Nigeria. We also explore strategies for effective self-advocacy and the crucial difference between mentorship ...

1 month ago

44 minutes

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Ep. 8 Building Your Own Terms: Shea Harty on Fulfillment, Sponsorship, and Navigating Beyond the System

Send us a text This week, Shea Harty shares her moving perspective on why female founders must create lives and businesses on their own terms, navigating beyond systems that don't resonate. After successfully climbing the traditional corporate ladder, she found that fulfillment was more important than success as defined by the system. We explore how this mindset shapes her work as a true sponsor for others and her mission to architect solutions for the systemic gaps she’s identified in her wo...

1 month ago

41 minutes

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Ep. 7 From Combat Boots to Boardrooms: Dr. Idong Essiet-Gibson on Rewriting the Rules of Angel Investing

Send us a text Dr. Idongesit Essiet-Gibson's journey defies every script. What started as a trip to a mall for a job ended in a 26-year military and public health service career, taking her from Iraq to the CDC. Now, she's on a new battlefield: angel investing. As a Deal Lead with "She's Independent Investments" , she explains why representation in funding is necessary and how "when women fund women, entire ecosystems shift". This episode is for every woman who thinks her unconventional path ...

1 month ago

48 minutes

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EP. 6 The Mindset Queen: Rebecca Nwankwo on Designing Your Second Act and Reframing Imposter Syndrome

Send us a text This episode is for the successful professional who feels a quiet unease or "constant restlessness". "The Mindset Queen" Rebecca Nwankwo shares her story of mid-career reinvention, which started with the powerful question, "Is this it?". We discuss her philosophy that the goal "isn’t to eliminate imposter syndrome—it’s to stop letting it take the wheel", and the specific "superpower" a 45-year-old professional has that a brilliant 25-year-old simply can't. Support the show

1 month ago

51 minutes

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Ep. 5 Trustworthy AI for Africa: Dr. Jania Okwechime on Closing the STEM Gap

Send us a text What was it like to build face recognition technology way before we used it to unlock our phones? Dr. Jania Okwechime shares her journey of dedicating her academic career to pushing the boundaries of computer science and what prompted her significant shift into the world of forensic technology to "fight financial crime". We discuss the culture shock of moving from a university to a corporate environment and dive deep into her advocacy for "Trustworthy AI". Dr. Jania explains wh...

2 months ago

45 minutes

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Ep. 4 Building the Future: Florina Minzat on Smart Buildings, Carbon Reduction, and High-Stakes Systems

Send us a text What can managing complex, high-stakes systems in the aviation industry teach you about tackling the climate emergency? Aeronautical engineer turned climate tech co-founder Florina Minzat shares her journey. We discuss her vision for the future of smart, sustainable buildings and how her company, EcothermiQ, provides innovative, low-embodied carbon technology. If she is wildly successful, how will our homes and offices feel different in 10 to 20 years? Support the show

2 months ago

51 minutes

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Ep. 3 Going Off-Script: Mary Chukwuma on Fighting Back, On-Screen and Off

Send us a text What happens when an actress defies the script? In a powerful story, Nollywood star Mary Chukwuma went off-script while playing a victim of domestic violence and chose to fight back—a moment of improvisation the director kept. This conversation is about rewriting the scripts we’re handed. Mary discusses how this mindset applies to her career as an actor and costume designer, where developing a complementary skill is key for thriving long-term in the industry. We also explore th...

2 months ago

32 minutes

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Ep. 1 The ROI of Wellness: A Conversation on Food, Mood, and Corporate Health with Sherese Ijewere

Send us a text What is the true return on investment when a company takes employee health seriously? Corporate wellness expert Sherese Ijewere joins us to discuss the pushback she gets from leaders and how her Caribbean heritage influences her approach to nutrition in Nigeria. We explore the crucial link between what women eat and their ability to manage immense pressure , and the one simple step you can take this week to begin taking charge of your health. Support the show

2 months ago

26 minutes

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Ep. 2 The Survivor's Playbook: Anna Insam on Building a Sales Machine and a Life on Your Own Terms

Send us a text What is the key to building an effective sales process with limited resources? Drawing from her experience reducing customer acquisition costs by 40% in one quarter for early-stage startups, Anna Insam provides a playbook for founders. But this is a story of more than business. As a survivor of domestic violence, Anna also shares what the word 'empowered' truly means within a healthcare context and offers advice for other survivors with a powerful ambition to build a venture on...

2 months ago

52 minutes

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