"It will take 132 YEARS for the GENDER GAP to close" Girls in Tech, Empowerment and the NEED FOR CHANGE - Renece Brewster CEO Visual Domain
"With all the new tech we're seeing, everyone's in beginner mode. We're on this even playing field. It's just feeling empowered enough to take it and run with it" Renece Brewster is no stranger to the world of media production and technology. She is the seasoned CEO and co-founder of Visual Domain, Australia's largest in-house video production agency, which was acquired by News Corp in October 2021. Under her exceptional leadership, Visual Domain has partnered with over 600 Australian brands to create compelling content at scale, producing over 10,000 videos annually. Renece is not only an accomplished professional in the media production industry but also an advocate for women in technology. She serves as the co-managing director of Girls in Tech Australia, a global non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering and educating women in tech, striving to put an end to gender inequality in high-tech industries and startups. In today's episode, we delve into Renece's journey, her experiences in the tech world, and her mission to empower women in the field. We discuss the importance of gender diversity in technology, resilience, and how we can create meaningful change. 🎙 In today's podcast [3:32] - How did Renece turn her vision into a successful reality with Visual Domain? [7:01] - What was the rollercoaster journey of entrepreneurship like for Renece during the early years? [11:51] - What key qualities does Renece look for when making vital hires that contribute to her company's success? [18:33] - Why is video content such a powerful tool for both businesses and individuals? [27:50] - What were Renece's experiences as a female co-founder in the tech industry, and how did this lead to becoming the Co-Managing Director of Girls in Tech? [30:02] - What is the inspiring mission behind Girls in Tech, and what does Renece hope to achieve in the next 5 to 10 years? [39:23] - What advice does Renece offer to those struggling with self-belief in their careers? [49:12] - What are the initial steps we can take to foster gender diversity and balance in the technology sector? Thanks for listening - we would love to hear what you thought of today's episode. If you enjoy these episodes, the #1 you can do to help us grow and keep spreading our mission and message is to hit the subscribe button and give us a rating. We'll see you next week. With love Georgie and Pam x 🔗 Connect with Renece on Linkedin 👯♀️ Sisterhood Club - Website 🔗 Connect with Georgie - LinkedIn 🔗 Connect with Pam - LinkedIn Thanks to our sponsor - CH Talent Solutions