Join host Kellie and guest Sophie Creese, co-founder of Heyflow and Motherboard, as they tackle the taboo topic of women's reproductive health in the tech industry. This eye-opening episode explores how menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause impact women's careers and contribute to the gender pay gap. Key highlights: The shocking statistic that 50% of women leave tech by age 35 How reproductive health challenges affect 85% of women in the workplace Strategies for creating inclusive policies that support women's career progression The critical role of leadership in normalizing conversations about women's health Sophie shares invaluable insights on closing the gender pay gap, retaining female talent, and fostering truly inclusive tech environments. Whether you're a woman in STEM, a tech leader, or passionate about gender equality in the workplace, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration for driving change. Discover how addressing reproductive health openly can transform company culture, boost innovation, and elevate women in tech leadership roles. Don't miss this crucial conversation on breaking down barriers and empowering women in the tech industry. Useful resource links: Connect with Sophie Creese HeyFlow MotherBoard (motherboardmovement.co.uk) The Realities of Mums In Tech (office.com) // Overcoming The Motherhood Penalty (techtalentcharter.co.uk) Be sure to Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elevate- Women in Tech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠ Connect with your Host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kellie Kwarteng⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Founder and CEO of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Halzak⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Connecting companies with diverse technical talent Feel free to DM me if you would like to be a future guest of the show, have a topic you would like covered, or would like a free strategy call to discuss any hiring goals/challenges for your Tech Team.