How do we inspire more women and girls to build the technology of the future?

In this episode of Tech Journey Insights, Rebecca Franks and Beverly Clarke MBE are joined by Caitlin Gould, Founder and CEO of TecGirls and TecWomen Cornwall, to explore entrepreneurship, innovation and creating more inclusive pathways into technology.

Caitlin shares her journey from graphic design into software and technology, explaining how curiosity and a passion for solving problems led her to found multiple organisations supporting women and girls in STEM. She discusses building startups, creating user-centred products, protecting intellectual property and the importance of storytelling when growing a business.

The conversation also explores grant funding, trademarks, AI, cybersecurity, digital skills and why technology should always be designed with people at its heart.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, educator, founder or someone considering a career in technology, this episode is full of practical advice and inspiring insights.

In this episode we discuss:

• Women in technology

• Entrepreneurship and startups

• TecGirls and TecWomen Cornwall

• STEM education

• AI and cybersecurity

• Grant funding

• Trademarking your business

• Product development

• Storytelling and marketing

• Learning through failure