#108 The Future is Female w/Zoe Faircloth

The Ironhack Podcast

Zoe Faircloth, founder of Crypto Girls Club, discusses the evolution of Web3 and future tech trends, including decentralized social media and the rise of AI. She emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in the tech industry and the need for actionable measures to address the gender imbalance. Zoe also shares her experience launching CGC Recruitment Agency and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. She highlights the role of UX/UI designers in the crypto space and discusses the potential of VR. Zoe encourages individuals to pursue their passions and take the leap into entrepreneurship.

Takeaways

• Web3 is evolving with new developments in decentralized social media and the rise of AI.
• Diversity and inclusion are crucial in the tech industry, and more action is needed to address the gender imbalance.
• Launching a recruitment agency focused on women in tech can help bridge the gender gap.
• UX/UI designers play a significant role in creating user-friendly experiences in the crypto space.
• The future of VR holds potential but also challenges in terms of accessibility and adoption.
• Taking the leap into entrepreneurship requires passion, perseverance, and support from the community.

Chapters

03:07 - Introduction and Background
05:19 - The Evolution of Web3 and Future Tech Trends
12:15 - Diversity and Inclusion in the Tech Industry
16:33 - Launching CGC Recruitment Agency
20:07 - Misconceptions about Women-Only Communities
24:32 - How Men Can Be Allies in the Tech Industry
28:58 - The Role of UX/UI Designers in Crypto
31:34 - The Accessibility and Future of VR
36:15 - Taking the Leap into Entrepreneurship