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Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Dr. Melissa Sassi, Chief Penguin at IBM

Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Dr. Melissa Sassi, Chief Penguin at IBM

FromFinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr


Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Dr. Melissa Sassi, Chief Penguin at IBM

FromFinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr

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Length:
27 minutes
Released:
Feb 22, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is delighted to be joined by the brilliant Dr. Melissa Sassi, Chief Penguin at IBM.Chief Penguin? Not your typical job title but one that captures a fantastic, impactful role. Dr. Melissa's work is re-shaping our industry for the better, calling on the innovative mindsets of an expansive breadth of people (including Grammy Award Winning Artists!).  And coupled with her vibrant, dynamic personality, she is making waves across a once traditional sector.It hasn't always been straightforward for Dr. Melissa. We trace her fascinating career story, exploring pivotal moments of acceptance that it's OK to not know everything. Embrace your knowledge gaps, be honest about them- because this is the way to take the next step forwards.Dr. Melissa also does extensive work to equip the next generation with the tools they need to continue the changemaking work she does. Driving her own personal initiatives to #walkthetalk for change, this episode gives us all the boost we need to affect positive change for the now and for the future.
Released:
Feb 22, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Welcome to The DEI Discussions, powered by Harrington Starr. In this podcast we discuss the development and entrenchment of diversity and inclusion in FinTech by speaking to the most prevalent voices within the space. Highlighting the incredible women walking the talk for change; the people working to champion authentic inclusion, both professionally and personally; discussing the talent acquisition strategies that attract and retain a diverse range of talent; and the Maternity and Paternity Stories of FinTech. Each gives us an eye-opening look at the change we need to enact.