How can we stop questioning women’s place in tech and start empowering them instead?

In this seventh capsule of our Brilliantly Branded Podcast mini-series, we’re happy to feature Alexandrea Swanson, Managing Director of #SheTransformsIT. Alexandrea is on a mission to increase the number of women in STEM—not just at an early age but also throughout their careers, ensuring they stay in tech and grow into leadership roles.

At the Women in Tech Europe Awards, she shared her perspective on tackling the leaky pipeline issue in STEM and the power of global sisterhood in driving change.

We discuss:

• Why we need to stop asking women if they’re sure about pursuing tech.
• The importance of keeping women engaged in STEM beyond university.
• How communities like Women in Tech Global, Women in Tech Luxembourg, and Women in Tech Belgium are creating impact.

Alexandrea’s biggest inspiration? Her mother—a woman in tech who never questioned whether she belonged in the field. 💡

🔑 Key Takeaways:

1. Encouragement is more powerful than doubt—stop questioning, start supporting.
2. Retaining women in STEM is just as important as getting them in.
3. A strong global network can create real change for women in tech.

👉 Tune in to hear Alexandrea’s insights on transforming the future of women in tech!