Vicky Twomey-Lee, EuroPython Fellow and founder of PyLadies Dublin, joins host Meena Satishkumar to reflect on nearly two decades of shaping inclusive tech communities. From growing up in Ireland and discovering her love for technology, to building safe spaces for women and underrepresented groups, Vicky shares candid insights on representation in tech, navigating burnout, and sustaining grassroots movements. She also offers her perspective on AI-generated code, the power of mentorship, and her creative projects that blend coding, games, and maker culture.

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In this warm and insightful episode of Tech Beyond Gender I sit down with Pip Klenner a seasoned leader with nearly three decades in the tech world to explore how people processes and technology come together to drive real transformation

From her unexpected start in IT to leading complex change initiatives Pip shares candid stories about the moments that shaped her leadership style the art of translating between business and tech teams and the importance of emotional intelligence in building trust and connection We dive into challenges like unconscious bias why women often hold back from applying for roles and how organisations can create truly inclusive cultures

Pip also reflects on her key lessons from transformation projects how she maintains resilience during tough times and why she believes valuing diversity is the single most important trait for future tech teams Whether you are in tech or leading change in any industry this conversation is a masterclass in human centred leadership

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From floppy disks to national health reforms, Sumita Chopra’s inspiring journey spans over two decades of innovation, resilience, and social impact. In this episode of Tech Beyond Gender, Sumita shares how she navigated the evolving tech landscape since 1999, led transformative projects like India’s first health insurance scheme for the underprivileged, and balanced it all with family life and meaningful volunteer work. A passionate technologist and community builder, she speaks about the power of preparation, the magic of breathwork, and why communication is the bridge between great ideas and real solutions.

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In this thoughtful episode of Tech Beyond Gender, Meena Satishkumar speaks with Mahimi Fernando, Engineering Team Lead at Xero, whose career journey from Sri Lanka to New Zealand is shaped by courage, curiosity, and continuous growth.

Mahimi shares how she uses structured reflection techniques like journaling and mindfulness to navigate challenges, overcome self-doubt, and support others. From her first failure in automation testing to building high-performing teams and studying psychology, Mahimi offers a deeply human approach to leadership—anchored in purpose and empathy.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to lead with clarity, trust themselves more, and build inclusive, thoughtful teams in tech.

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In this episode, Principal Architect Andrea Magnorsky joins us to explore the power of systems thinking — and why it matters now more than ever. With over two decades of experience spanning game development, architecture strategy, and functional programming, Andrea shares how she brings clarity to complexity.

We talk about:

• What systems thinking actually is (with pigs and wolves!)

• How to make better architectural decisions with decentralised practices

• Addressing systemic bias in tech

• The importance of active listening and meta-thinking in leadership

• Why decision-making is at the heart of good architecture

If you’ve ever wondered how to zoom out, connect the dots, and bring coherence to chaos — this episode is for you.

Barbara Gruber’s path from journalist in Germany to engineering manager in New Zealand is a powerful story of grit, reinvention, and courage. In this episode, she shares how she overcame language barriers, broke into tech with no prior experience, and handled rejection with resilience. We dive into her early struggles, cultural adaptation, and the leadership lessons she now brings to the table—always direct, always empathetic. A must-listen for career changers, migrant professionals, and women in tech.

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In this heartwarming episode of Tech Beyond Gender, Meena Satishkumar speaks with Michal Moore, Engineering Lead at BNZ, whose journey goes far beyond the world of tech. From growing up with a Commodore 64 in Israel to leading critical systems in New Zealand, Michal shares how her passion for people, purpose, and problem-solving shaped her life.

Listen as she opens up about working in SecOps, finding joy in emotional first aid, fostering “spicy” kittens, and harvesting fruit for food banks—all while driving knowledge-sharing and resilience in engineering teams.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that success in tech can be deeply human.

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Geri Ellis unpacks what it truly takes to lead through transformation in today’s tech landscape. From the accelerating impact of AI to aligning enterprise strategy, tech, and workforce planning, Geri shares practical insights for creating agile, future-ready organisations. A must-listen for anyone serious about meaningful, sustainable change in tech.

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