TechFoundHer

Eight weeks ago, I walked into the first-ever Innovation Lab programme by TechFoundHer, supported by KPMG Ireland and InterTradeIreland, thinking about one big question: Why do so many great ideas never get built? Or, specifically, built by women? It’s not because women lack confidence or ambition. Women have the ideas and the leadership skills to solve real problems. One real gap is tech knowledge—knowing how to go from idea to execution—and the myth that you need funding or a Gillet before you can even start. But here’s what I’ve learned: with AI and low-code/no-code platforms, you don’t always need massive funding to take that first step. The tools are accessible. Now that I know how to use them, I feel like a ninja. 🚀 🚀 🚀 Over these 8 weeks, I’ve been working on our solution: ending the unpaid night shift. You know the time when you lay awake at night stressing about work? Sleep is more than a personal issue—it’s a business issue. Poor sleep impacts focus, creativity, decision-making, and health. Companies that invest in their employees’ rest will see results in productivity and well-being. The 8 week Innovation Lab programme wasn’t just about inspiration—it was deeply tech-focused, giving us the tools to build: - Low-code/no-code platforms, so we could create from day one. - UX, design thinking, and tech stacks with a roadmap for scaling. It was a movement. Women stepping into tech innovation with ambition, knowledge, and community to lead the way. Why so many thank yous ??? Women in tech are underfunded and under-supported, yet these amazing people gave their time for free. Thank you SO much ✨💖 Huge thank you to Máirín Murray Alison McMurtrie, the brains behind it all ✨💖 Thank you to the amazing women I've met on this programme - I can't wait to work more with you all in 2025. ✨💖 To Dr Mari Cairns, thank you for your inspiration and knowledge, as well as the incredible minds of Suzanne Mills Áine Mulloy Patricia Scanlon and Dr Lollie Mancey, always strong voices for women in tech. ✨💖 To the bright minds of Jenna Farrell Laura Richards FCIPR Jenny Ervine Evelyn N. Niamh Donnelly, Tina Calder Caitlin Hafer Áine Denn for lending your skills and time to build this incredible programme. ✨💖 To the KPMG Ireland team Breda O'Callaghan Simon Green Tadgh O' Leary Shane Murphy Surabhi Agarwal you brought great insights. TechFoundHer Innovation Labs is a programme supported by InterTradeIreland (in partnership with Enterprise Ireland and Invest Northern Ireland) under the Shared Island Enterprise Scheme and sponsored by KPMG Ireland Photo credits Helen A. Tina Calder Anyone reading who has the power - you know who you are.. this programme is worth running again. 💡 My focus for 2025 is to continue to build and pilot our B2B solution for sleep.  Here’s to a future led by rested, inspired leaders. #InnovationLab #SiESTSleep #BetterSleepBetterWork #WomenInTech #TechForGood #TechFoundHer

Thank you to all the ecosystem players in Northern Ireland ! Your support to the upcoming founders and innovators leading the way in tech, commercial and investment is much appreciated People asked me what are we doing this year!? Well we've been working with each and every one of the logos named here to provide the best signposting, support, challenge, connections and investment for our Raise founders and many more Watch this space for more collaboration and opportunity in 2025 The founders in NI are so lucky to have this network !

Hello, I’m currently a student in my final year of an Integrated Masters in International Business & Spanish. This year I am undergoing a dissertation project examining the following topic: How the contextualised perception of gender roles influences women entrepreneurs within Non-Western societies. Specific focus on the under representation of women entrepreneurial ventures in the technology sector. Why is this the case? I am looking to interview 10-15 women entrepreneurs living in Non-Western societies that operate within the technology sector. The interview would be a maximum time of 30 minutes, with the aim to allow the interviewee to share her experiences and entrepreneurial journey. Due to my age and experience my network is limited, therefore I am reaching out for help. Do you have anyone in your networks that you wouldn’t mind approaching? I have attached a link to a Google Forms document which contains more information about my project, if you are interested please follow the link: https://lnkd.in/dtFbZcYk Thank you very much!

Using AI to Simplify Alt Text Creation! They say a picture is worth a thousand words—but with the right alt text, we can describe those pictures in even greater detail, opening them up to everyone. Today I uploaded a picture and asked ChatGPT to describe it and I was extremely impressed. The results were both accurate and vivid, capturing the scene in a way that was concise yet meaningful. This experience made me realise how much time AI can save for organisations and individuals when it comes to creating alt text. Alt text doesn’t have to be complicated. With tools like ChatGPT, we can feel confident in our ability to describe images effectively and make them accessible to all. It’s not just about functionality—it’s about conveying the richness and color of the world for others. Accessibility is about inclusion, and inclusion is about sharing our world with everyone. AI like ChatGPT makes it easier than ever to embrace this mindset, helping us bridge gaps and foster a more inclusive digital space. Below is the AI description of the picture This image features a woman smiling at the camera. She has straight blonde hair styled at shoulder length, parted slightly to one side. She is wearing a dark purple blazer over a black top. The background is a neutral indoor setting with soft lighting, and she is seated on a black leather chair. Her expression conveys confidence and warmth. #ChatGPT #AI #AltText #Inclusion #Picture #Accessibility #ImageDescription #Accurate #Business Tina Calder TechFoundHer Máirín Murray Innovation Governance Program #Innovation #Easy Business Insider Harvard Business Review International Journalists' Network (IJNet) AI Research Journal The AI Journal International Journal of AI for Materials and Design International Business Conference - Guyana / Suriname

Dublin Festive celebration.Delighted i attended always helping. Making a positive contribution. #Together we are stronger Dr Lollie Mancey TechFoundHer Máirín Murray #TechFoundHer ##womenentrepreneurs