What does it look like to grow up with technology in your hands, build a company from scratch at 19, and lead it through the ups and downs of a changing world for over 15 years?
In this powerful conversation, Oksana Kovalchuk takes us inside her journey from a little girl coding at age five to becoming the founder of ANODA, a UX (user experience - how people interact with software) design company that has weathered industry shifts, global crises, and the relentless pace of tech innovation.
Oksana doesn’t sugarcoat the challenges of entrepreneurship—navigating responsibility for employees, surviving the pandemic, and learning the hard way that “overnight success” is a myth. But she also reveals the strengths that women naturally bring to the table: adaptability, resilience, and the ability to find calm in chaos.
From designing intuitive digital experiences that connect people across cultures to diversifying income streams to future-proof her business, Oksana shares wisdom every startup founder needs. She also opens up about her next big vision: connecting micro-SaaS founders with investors and stepping into new co-founder and CTO roles.
If you’ve ever felt the pressure of building something that lasts—or wondered how to stay grounded while pursuing innovation—this episode will inspire you to keep going, trust your adaptability, and embrace the long game of entrepreneurship.
🎧 Listen now to hear Oksana’s story of resilience, design, and the soul of building businesses that endure.
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