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Women AdvancingRewriting The Code: Female-Forward Innovation With Shubhi Rao, CEO And Founder Of UplevylThe convergence of women and Artificial Intelligence is not just a trend, it’s a revolution, and Shubhi Rao, Founder and CEO of Uplevyl, is leading the charge to close the AI gap with a platform built for women, by women. In this episode, host Kate Byrne sits down with Shubhi to unpack the game-changing work of Uplevyl, diving deep into how a “female forward lens” can transform the tech landscape and empower women across industries. Discover the realities of building with limited resources and high stakes, the nuances of leading in the AI age with both bots and humans i...2025-05-2744 min
C-Sweet Talks77 - Shaping the Future of AI: Shubhi Rao's Journey to Empower Women in TechIn this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sits down with Shubhi Rao, Founder & CEO of UpLevyl. With her extensive experience at global tech giants like Alphabet/Google, Tesco, Shubie discusses her groundbreaking work in AI and her mission to build technology that’s female-forward and inclusive.Shubie opens up about her leadership journey, how she broke barriers as the first woman and person of color to serve as treasurer at both Google, Tesco, and why gender data is crucial for building AI that represents everyone.This epi...2025-04-1019 min
BC Food NewsUplevyl Launches UP : A Female-Forward Social PlatformThis episode of BC Food News hosted by Jennifer English spotlights the launch of UP, a new social media platform designed by Uplevyl specifically for women. Uplevyl founders, Shubhi Rao and Jacki Zehner, both acclaimed as trailblazers in their respective fields, aim to amplify women's voices and foster a safer digital space. Rao, the first woman and person of color to serve as Officer of Alphabet, and Zehner, the youngest woman and first female trader to become a partner at Goldman Sachs, have used their wealth of experience to create UP. The platform offers a safe, ad-free environment with transparent...2025-03-0406 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 14 - Future Forward: Stay AI Relevant, Boost Your Salary & Safeguard Your CareerIn this must-watch episode about Future Forward, Jacki Zehner and Shubhi Rao discuss the critical importance of staying ahead in the age of AI and digital transformation. As workplaces undergo unprecedented shifts, this conversation offers actionable strategies for women leaders to thrive.Presented by Uplevyl, the world’s first female-forward, inclusive generative AI platform, this session explores how digital acumen is rapidly becoming a non-negotiable skill for career advancement and job security.Key insights include:Why 92% of organizations rank digital transformation as a top priority (McKinsey).How AI will reshape every industry and why it’...2024-12-311h 02Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 13 - Gender Equity in Finance: Marijn Wiersma's Journey and InsightsIn this engaging episode, Sara is joined by special guest Marijn Wiersma, a renowned corporate anthropologist and leader in sustainable finance, leadership, and gender equity. Together, they delve into the pressing issue of unconscious bias and its impact, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and actionable change.Marijn has over 20 years of successful international experience, of which 10 years were on the African continent. She co-authored the book “Banking for a Better World” and made video portraits of female role models from the financial sector globally. Today, Marijn shares insights from her new book "SOS: A Navigation Guid...2024-12-1645 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 12 - Ethics, Governance, and Inclusivity in the AI Age - with Dr Christina J. ColcloughToday, we are thrilled to be joined by Dr Christina J. Colclough, the founder of The Why Not Lab, a boutique value-driven consultancy that equips workers and their unions across the world with the skills to ensure collective rights in the digital age. In this episode, Christina delves into the pressing issues surrounding the governance of digital systems. She enlightens us on the powerful role of worker advocacy in digital systems, emphasizing the need for clear governance structures to counter "managerial fuzz."Christina shares her personal journey, including her survival from a brain tumor, driving...2024-12-0939 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 11 - AI Ethics and Real-World Solutions - with Natalie Meyers from the Lucy Family Institute at Notre DameToday we hear from Natalie Myers about the dynamic intersection of data science, ethics, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Natalie serves as Professor of the Practice in the Lucy Family Institute. Her research focuses on FAIR data management and software preservation.Prior to joining Notre Dame, Natalie was co-owner of Content Innovations, LLC a California certified woman-owned small business in San Francisco. Natalie has a Masters in Library and Information Systems (MLIS) from UC Berkeley with a concentration in Systems Analysis and Database Design, and an MA in English from University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.In...2024-12-0242 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 10 - Balancing AI and Technological Advances with Environmental, Social, and Governance Goals - with Jennifer Smith from Zions BancorporationIn this episode of Women. Wisdom. Worth., we are thrilled to be joined by Jennifer Smith, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology and Operations Officer of Zions Bancorporation. In 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Smith was honored as one of American Banker’s Most Powerful Women in Banking; was recognized by Utah Business as a CxO of the Year in 2019; received the Women Tech Council’s Technology Leadership award in 2018 and the Decade of Impact award in 2024; and received YWCA Utah’s Outstanding Achievement Award in Social and Business Innovation in 2023. Today, Jennifer shares her journey of leading a decade-l...2024-11-2530 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 9 - Introducing The Future Forward Accelerator - with Shubhi RaoIn this episode, we take a deep dive into the new Future Forward Accelerator from Uplevyl.Uplevyl's Founder and CEO, Shubhi Rao talks us through the Who, What, Why, How, and When of Future Forward.Shubhi Rao is a global executive, board member, advisor, and CEO who has delivered strategic and operational leadership for dynamic and complex businesses including Alphabet/Google, Tesco, PwC, Tyco, and Ford and venture-backed businesses.Shubhi was the first woman and person of color to hold the position of Treasurer at both Alphabet/Google and Tesco. She is also...2024-11-1826 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 8 - Ethical Tech Development and the Future of Generative AI - with Chenxi Wang from Rain CapitalIn this episode, we dive deep into the transformative world of tech with Chenxi Wang, a well-known operator, technologist, and thought leader in the cybersecurity industry. Chenxi Wang is the Founder and General Partner of Rain Capital, a cybersecurity-focused venture. Chenxi also serves on the board of directors for MDU Resources, a Fortune 500 company. Chenxi recently founded the Forte Group, a women-in-tech advocacy group. Previously, Chenxi served on the board for OWASP. She was CSO at Twistlock, VP for Intel Security, and VP of Research for Forrester. She was recognized as a Women-of-Influence by SC Magazine. Chenxi’s c...2024-11-1136 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 7 - HR and AI with Suzanne Lucas (the 'Evil HR Lady')In this episode, we dive deep into the world of HR and AI with Suzanne Lucas, also known as the 'Evil HR Lady'. Formerly from the corporate world in the United States, Suzanne now runs an international HR consultancy based out of Basel, Switzerland.A prolific writer, Suzanne’s insightful articles have found a home in publications such as CBS News, Inc. Magazine, and various other platforms. Suzanne also runs a vibrant online discussion group called “Evil HR Lady” with over 32,000 HR members.In this episode, Suzanne shares her journey and talks...2024-11-0436 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 6 - Women in Leadership and Achieving Gender Balance - with Tamara Fields from AccentureIn this episode, we hear the inspiring Tamara Fields, the Managing Director for Accenture in Austin and the US Public Service Lead.Tamara takes us on a journey through her dynamic career at Accenture, where she started right out of college and rose through the ranks to become a managing director. Her commitment to gender equity is manifested in Accenture's initiative to achieve a 50/50 gender balance by 2025 - backed by robust policies, skill-based hiring, and leadership support.Key insights from this episode include:The Power of Mentorship and Sponsorship: Discover h...2024-10-2838 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 5 - AI For Women: Opportunities And Challenges Explored By Angela Cheng-Cimini From Harvard Business PublishingIn this episode, we hear from Angela Cheng-Cimini, a seasoned leader in human resources with over 30 years of experience across various industries. From her unique perspective as SVP, Talent & CHRO at Harvard Business Publishing, Angela shares her valuable insights on how AI is reshaping industries and what it means, particularly for women in business leadership.Here are some highlights from the episode:Bridging the Gender Gap in AI: Angela discusses initiatives and frameworks that can help close the gender gap in AI, encouraging women to adopt AI tools to level the playing f...2024-10-2123 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 4 - Mentorship, Gender Equity, and AI's Role in Accelerating Women's Careers - with Amy DaaliIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of AI and mentorship with Amy Daali, a trailblazer in the field of artificial intelligence and a staunch advocate for women in tech. We explore the transformative potential of AI and the vital role that women play in driving AI innovations tailored to their unique needs. Amy also opens up about her experiences with gender imbalances in engineering, the lack of female role models, and the empowerment that comes from embracing one's authentic self."What women need in the field is how do we get senior...2024-10-0831 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 3 - Helping Women Understand And Benefit From AI - with Carolyn Shepherd from Emmeline.AIIn this episode, we're joined by Carolyn Shepherd to discuss the outsized impact of AI on women and how they can stay ahead of major impending technology changes."If women become confident buyers of AI products and services then they will be the ones influencing its growth and development."Carolyn Shepherd is Founder and Mentor at Emmeline.AI, a personalized helpline dedicated to helping women understand and utilize Generative AI. A qualified lawyer, Carolyn is also a versatile HR professional with over 20 years of strategic and operational experience, specializing in GenAI applications, learning and development...2024-10-0831 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 2 - The Story Behind Uplevyl And The Future Of AI For Women - with Shubhi Rao from UplevylIn this episode, we dive into the story behind Uplevyl with founder and CEO, Shubhi Rao.Why was Uplevyl created, how does it help women and organizations, and what is its role in building a better future for women in this new digital and AI world?Shubhi Rao is a global executive, board member, advisor, and CEO who has delivered strategic and operational leadership for dynamic and complex businesses including Alphabet/Google, Tesco, PwC, Tyco, and Ford and venture backed businesses.Shubhi was the first woman and person of color to hold the...2024-10-0826 min
The Health Literacy 2.0 PodcastEpisode 46 - Shubhi Rao from UplevylIn this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Shubhi Rao, founder and CEO of Uplevyl, a platform dedicated to using AI and technology to support and uplift women in the workforce while also supporting holistic health and wellness.Shubhi Rao is a distinguished executive who began her career as an engineer, holding dual degrees in Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering. After five years in engineering, she transitioned into leadership roles at companies like Alphabet/Google, Tesco, PwC, Tyco, and Ford, becoming the first woman and person of color to serve as Treasurer...2024-10-0728 min
Women. Wisdom. Worth.Episode 1 - Welcome to the Women Wisdom Worth Podcast!Welcome to Women Wisdom Worth - the podcast series from Uplevyl where we learn from women around the world about what they’re doing to find success and joy in this time of great digital and AI change. In this episode, your host, Sara Bhonsale, explains what we'll be covering in the show in terms of topics and guests.We look forward to your company as the podcast unfolds!For show notes, visit uplevyl.com/podcast.About UplevylUplevyl is the global leader of women-trained generative AI, transforming society and...2024-09-0904 min
A Better HR BusinessEpisode 259 - Women-Trained AI That Helps Companies Develop More Women Leaders - with Shubhi Rao from UplevylAI is shaping our future, but did you know it could be holding women back? A study from MIT and the Stanford Human-Centered AI Institute found significant gender biases in commercial AI systems, often reinforcing stereotypes and limiting women's opportunities in the workplace.
This is why I was excited to speak recently with Shubhi Rao, the founder of Uplevyl, the world’s leading AI-for-women-by-women company.
Uplevyl is leveraging AI to support women in the workforce, especially by helping companies elevate more women into leadership roles. Their groundbreaking platform ensures that AI not only avoids bias but...2024-09-0628 min
Startup Life Show with Ande LyonsEP 275 Connecting Professional Women to Personalized Experts and ResourcesTo be their best selves, both professionally and personally, women need time in a welcoming space and place.Our guest, Shubhi Rao, spent years as a senior executive at Fortune 100 companies and understands how important women-centric spaces are for professional and personal growth.That’s why she launched Uplevyl, a global digital platform designed to transform the lives of all professional women through shared experiences, peer connections, and highly curated, personalized content.A software engineer, finance and corporate executive, board member, global citizen, community leader, daughter, wife and mother, Shubhi is uniquely qualified to he...2023-04-041h 06
We Are WomenFueling Your Inner Desire With Founder & CEO Natalie MillsNatalie Mills is the CEO of Natalie Mills Jewelry and Accessories fashion brand, celebrity stylist, and South African immigrant living the American Dream. During this episode, Natalie shared her journey and how her childhood impacted her entrepreneurial career. She also shared the important question to ask yourself as an adult, how to let your childhood self-help guide you and make choices to grow. Natalie also spoke about the American dream and how she built up her brand from the bottom up. She shared challenges she’s been through and still goes through daily. Natalie spoke about how the desire yo...2022-04-2037 min
We Are WomenBeauty Amongst the Thorns with Celebrity Stylist and CEO Tiffani RaeTiffani Rae is a celebrity stylist, fashion editor, and Founder & CEO of Bazaar Tyler. During this episode, she talks about how her imaginative childhood helped shape her expansive future career. Tiffani shared her inspiration behind her brand Bazar Tyler and spoke about her passion for vintage clothing. She also shared how the loss of her brother influenced her to improve her mental health and how she works through her mental health struggle daily. Tiffani also spoke about allowing herself to make mistakes, nurturing herself, showing up during difficult times, and how her outfits have held her together during those...2022-04-1342 min
We Are WomenThe Road to Recovery with Eating Disorder Recovery Psychologist Dr. Colleen ReichmannTonight’s interview features Dr. Colleen Reichmann, a psychologist who specializes in eating disorder recovery. During this interview, Colleen shared her journey, struggle, and recovery from an eating disorder and why she decided later on, as a therapist, to specialize in treating people with eating disorders. Colleen offered advice for people who suspect that their loved ones may be struggling with an eating disorder, signs to be aware of and look out for. Colleen also spoke about the importance of educating our young girls at an early age about eating disorders, what she would respond to principals who don’t want...2022-04-0647 min
We Are WomenLoving Yourself with Entrepreneur and Plus Size Model Shaindy EngelShaindy Engel is an entrepreneur, blogger, and modest plus-size fashion model. Shaindy talks about her childhood and how growing up with parents who were hard of hearing affected her. She spoke about what prompted her major self-discovery and development in high school and how she learned how to give herself self-love at a young age. Shaindy spoke about making the best out of the situation you’re dealt with and lessons she’s learned at her job. She also shared great advice for fellow managers and business owners and spoke about why she focuses on helping small businesses with her side...2022-03-3040 min
We Are WomenBehind the Smile with Actor and Comedian Stefanie YungerStephanie Yunger is an actress and comedian with great energy and hilarious sketches. I recently discovered her on Instagram and immediately reached out to her to come on the show. This episode felt like a conversation with two friends, as you’ll soon hear. Stefani shared her journey about growing up and coming out of her shell to become the performer she is today. Stephanie also shared challenges she’s overcome and the importance of believing in ourselves. She shared how humor plays a role in her everyday life and how her day-to-day life inspires her sketches. We also spok...2022-03-2332 min
We Are WomenWhatever it Takes with Survivor & Influencer Yulady SalutiYulady Saluti is one of the strongest women I know. She has had 27 surgeries, breast cancer, and a colostomy bag and is only 42. During this interview, Yulady shares her journey, starting with her happy childhood and the pain when she was only eight years old. Yulady talks about living with extreme pain, her 27 surgeries, living with an ostomy bag, and how she got very sick only one week after getting married. Yulady spoke about why she chose to share her breast cancer journey with the world and her mission to empower and support other women. She also shares how...2022-03-161h 02
We Are WomenBreaking The Cycles with Black Girl Digital Founder and CEO Latoya ShamboLaToya Shambo is the Founder and CEO of Black Girl Digital. During this interview, LaToya shared how as a child, she grew up observing what was around her and how her Jamaican culture impacted her life. LaToya spoke about breaking generational cycles, the importance of making your health a priority to be your best self, creating goals to improve your life, dealing with difficult people, and being assertive in business. LaToya spoke about how she found her voice after growing up with a “speak when spoken to” childhood, why it’s essential to operate from a place of our core values...2022-03-0949 min
We Are WomenUnsolicited Advice with Influencer & Health Coach Melinda StraussTonight's interview is with Melinda Strauss, a popular blogger, influencer, and certified health coach. Melinda talks about her journey to self-discovery and how she's done a tremendous amount of self-work to get to where she is today. Melinda shares the moment she decided to create goals to make a fundamental change in her life. She spoke about how she utilized self-awareness to leave toxic energy behind and become the woman she is today. Melinda talks about loving her body and the daily life and challenges of being a type 1 diabetic. She offers super helpful mindset tips, including how you can't...2022-03-0250 min
We Are WomenRewriting Our Stories with Producer and Attorney Bianca AlexanderBianca Alexander is the Show Attorney for the Kelly Clarkson Show and the producer and host for the tv show Conscious Living. During this interview, Bianca shared her journey, including why she tried sabotaging her LSAT score and why she eventually decided to go into her first passion, the world of entertainment. Bianca spoke about how life surprised you in ways you can’t predict, the importance of conscious living, and what inspired her tv show Conscious living. She also spoke about how we’re all enough, the challenges of being a woman of color even when married to a wh...2022-02-2359 min
We Are WomenLessons in Brand Creation with Valeri Chicago Founder & CEO Valeri Stavnitser Tonight’s interview is with Valeri Stavnitser, the Founder and CEO of Valeri Chicago. During this episode, Valeri shared what inspired her to create her brand. She spoke about how her business was a catalyst to her self-growth and how to deal with competition. Valeri shared how she had to work through past trauma that affected her business and learned not to let people walk all over her in business and life. Valeri spoke about developing confidence, the idea of faking it until you make it, and how Instagram is just a highlight reel, and we...2022-02-1641 min
We Are WomenOn Using Her Voice with Performer & Producer Dana Nicole AndersonTonight's interview is with Dana Anderson, a performer, and creator whose work spans on camera, stage, voiceover, music. She's appeared in major network shows, commercials, is a published author, and more. During this interview, Dana shares her story and mission in creating her media and talent relations agency Concrete Runway. She shares helpful mindset tips and talks about how regret, shame, and guilt keep you stuck in your past. Dana talks about imposter syndrome and how we're here to share our abundance and leave a legacy. She expounds on how she infused her arts background with advocacy and shares...2022-02-0954 min
We Are WomenFake it Til You Make It with Vajze Founder & CEO Valentina JuncajValentina Juncaj is the Founder and CEO of Vajze, beautifully handcrafted luxury jewelry. During this episode, Valentina shared her journey. She spoke about her childhood as a young immigrant in the US and how it helped form who she is today. She shared how she left her corporate job to start her jewelry line and the challenges and victories she had along the way. Valentina spoke about self-growth in business and what owning your own business is really like. She also spoke about how she got the word out about her brand and why she loves using old-fashioned marketing strategies...2022-02-0252 min
We Are WomenAchieving Serenity with Parenting Coach BrookeLynne DukesBrookeLyne Dukes is a popular parenting coach with a master's degree in education. We spoke about her journey, from childhood to leaving her teaching career and launching her coaching practice. She shared her journey and talked about her challenges, including looking young as a parenting coach, not caring what other people think, and unconscious triggers she's had to work through. BrookeLyne spoke about how she decided on pricing her services, self-awareness in business, and showing up compassionately. She also offered great advice on meeting your own needs so you can be the best person for others, having empathy, forgiving...2022-01-2658 min
We Are WomenTriumph after Loss with DAMA Detroit Founder and CEO Alexandria RicheyAlexandria Richey, otherwise known as Sasha is the founder and CEO of the clothing line Dama Detroit and the host of the Women We Love Wednesday podcast. During this interview, Sasha spoke about how she went from being an only child to having three siblings at once. She talked about how she’s grateful to her parents for the unique and civil way they dealt with their divorce. She spoke about losing a step-parent at a young age, how her loss felt like losing a biological parent. Sasha offered advice on coping with grief and how to be there fo...2022-01-1959 min
Advancing ALL WomenUplevyl: Levelling up professional womenThis week's episode of 'Advancing ALL Women' with Sarah Alter, is 'Uplevyl: Levelling up professional women'. Our guests, Dr. Patti Greene, Director of Research, Uplevyl; and Shubhi Rao, Founder & CEO, Uplevyl, will discuss how their platform helps women professionally, personally and financially. They are redesigning the world for women and you won't want to miss it!2022-01-1400 min
We Are WomenIn The Mind of A Therapist with LMHC Rachel TuchmanRachel Tuchman LMHC is a beloved and popular therapist and speaker with a wide range of experiences. If you follow her on Instagram, you’ve probably seen her posts and focus on body positivity and healthy at every size. I had the pleasure of interviewing Rachel and getting to know the woman behind the account, the person behind the title of therapist. Rachel shared her story, her journey that led up to her passion as a therapist. We spoke about what inspired her to become a therapist, how she switched her career path from initially wanting to go into cr...2022-01-121h 20
We Are WomenFollow Your Heart with Love Your Social Media Founder & CEO Katie LoveKatie Love is a former TV news reporter and now the CEO of Love Your Social Media. Katie shares her journey from leaving her successful TV reporting career to starting her own social media marketing business. She spoke about why her husband left his successful TV news reporting career to become a stay-at-home dad and being ok with something that society tells us is not “normal.” We also spoke about self-imposed guilt that comes from society and how everyone has ideas of who we should be and act. Katie shared how she worked through her feelings of guil...2022-01-0542 min
Ideas to InvoicesShubhi Bhonsle-Rao, Founder of UplevylShubhi Bhonsle-Rao is the founder and CEO of uplevyl, an Austin-based tech company that makes an app and digital platform geared to professional women. Shubhi is a former senior executive with Alphabet, Tesco, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Ford Motor Company, among others. She also sits on the board of directors of Open Lending, Center for Global Development, International Center for Research on Women and is an honorary advisory council member of the Federal Reserve San Francisco.2021-11-2021 min