World Woman In Charge
World Woman In Charge
World Woman Foundation
Female leaders around the globe are championing change in places where historically, they have been left out. In World Woman in Charge, you will hear the stories of women shattering glass ceilings, challenging the status quo, and leading boldly. Hosted by Rupa Dash, the CEO of World Woman Foundation.
E20: Christina Koch: Reaching for the Universe
NASA’s astronaut Christina Koch spent 328 days in space, setting the record for the longest single spaceflight by a woman.​ In this episode Christina takes us through her journey becoming an astronaut and encourages us to pursue our dreams. This episode is made possible in collaboration with Schneider Electric. Subscribe to World Woman In Charge Wherever you get your podcasts.
Nov 9, 2022
13 min
E19: Bhavani Amirthalingam: Driving Change in Technology
Bhavani Amirthalingam is a Chief Digital Information Officer at Ameren, an electric services company. In this episode Bhavani shares her experience growing up in India and developing a passion for technology. She also tells us about her work at Ameren and how she uses technology to create access to reliable energy. This episode is made possible in collaboration with Schneider Electric. Subscribe to World Woman In Charge Wherever you get your podcasts.
Oct 28, 2022
14 min
E18: Macaya Douguih: Driving Vaccine Development
Macaya Douoguih is the head of clinical development and medical affairs for vaccines at Johnson and Johnson. In this episode, Macaya tells us about her experience working with others to develop a COVID-19 vaccine. She also speaks of the disadvantages women in science still face and how we are also progressing towards equality. This episode was produced in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson. Subscribe to World Woman In Charge Wherever you get your podcasts.
Oct 14, 2022
10 min
E17: Zanelle Dalglish: Revolutionizing the Energy Sector
Zanelle Dalglish is the director of Sustainable Development and academy for Schneider Electric in English-Speaking Africa. In this episode Zanelle tells us how SE is working towards a more equitable future by training women in the field of electrical energy. She also speaks of her experiences providing energy solutions and leading others to do the same. This episode is made possible in collaboration with Schneider Electric. Subscribe to World Woman In Charge Wherever you get your podcasts.
Oct 12, 2022
19 min
E16: Nathalie Massin: Tackling Reproductive Health
Nathalie Massin is a French endocrinologist and head of reproductive medicine department at Creteil Hospital Center. In this episode Nathalie tells us about her decision to become a doctor and her experience tackling reproductive health. She also explains why it is essential to educate people about fertility if we are to improve women’s health. This episode was produced in collaboration with Organon. Subscribe to World Woman In Charge Wherever you get your podcasts.
Oct 7, 2022
9 min
E15: Sophie Borgne: Life is a Learning Journey
Sophie Borgne is Senior Vice President of the Digital Power line of business at Schneider Electric. Originally from France, Sophie has worked for SE for the past 20 years. In this episode Sophie tells us about her experience as a woman in a male dominated field and how she evolved into a leadership position. She also tells us about her involvement in the Schneider Electric Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion board and how  she actively promotes STEM to young women and girls. This episode is made possible in collaboration with Schneider Electric. Subscribe to World Woman In Charge Wherever you get your podcasts.
Oct 5, 2022
22 min
E14: Anne Connolly: Women’s Health Matters
Dr Anne Connolly is the Co-founder and Chair of the Primary Care Women’s Health Forum. In this episode Anne points out the many ways women are disadvantaged in the healthcare system. She speaks of the importance of advocating to improve local health services and making women’s health a priority. Lastly, Anne shares how the Primary Care Women’s Health Forum facilitates collaboration between organizations who have an interest in improving standards in women's health. This episode was produced in collaboration with Organon. Subscribe to World Woman In Charge Wherever you get your podcasts.
Sep 30, 2022
21 min
E13: Angela Maas: A Gender Sensitive Approach to Medicine
Angela Maas is a professor in the Cardiology Department at Radboud University Medical Center in the Netherlands. In this episode Angela takes us back to the beginning of her career, when studying the male anatomy was the norm. She also tells us why we should adopt a gender-sensitive approach to medicine by paying more attention to the differences between men and women’s health. Lastly, Angela shares lessons learned in her long career in the medical field. This episode was produced in collaboration with Organon. Subscribe to World Woman In Charge Wherever you get your podcasts.
Sep 23, 2022
21 min
E12: Brenda Cooperstone: Finding Purpose in Helping Others
Brenda Cooperstone is the Chief Development Officer for Rare Disease at Pfizer. In this episode, Brenda tells us why she is passionate about finding treatments for rare diseases and gives great advice for women in their early careers. We’d like to thank Max Mara, our global fashion partner, for this podcast episode. Subscribe to World Woman In Charge Wherever you get your podcasts.
Sep 13, 2022
15 min
E11: Sylvia Thun: On the Intersection of Technology, Medicine and Women’s Health
Sylvia Thun is the Director of Digital Medicine and Interoperability at the Berlin Institute of Health at Charité and founder of the #SHEALTH network. In this episode Sylvia speaks of the role of technology in the future of healthcare. She also explains how women are overlooked in the medical field and advocates for more representative clinical trials. This episode was produced in collaboration with Organon. Subscribe to World Woman In Charge Wherever you get your podcasts.
Aug 10, 2022
14 min
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