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Episode 8: Interview With Valerie Williams, Entrepreneur and Former Tech Executive
Episode 8: Interview With Valerie Williams, Entrepreneur and Former Tech Executive
Episode 8: Interview With Valerie Williams, Entrepreneur and Former Tech Executive
Tuesday 13th December 2022
Valerie Williams discusses her career shift from tech executive to startup consultant, focusing on food, fitness, and diversity in this engaging episode.
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Get the buttons here!Valerie Williams: From Tech Executive to Startup Guru
I believe now that within the tech industry, either venture capitals or startups that have signed a commitment around community engagement here in Los Angeles and around a commitment to diversity and inclusion, and so what I do for them is put on workshops on how do you, even if you're a company, you sign a commitment, you say yes, I'm committed around this dni thing, but like you don't have a plan, you don't have a strategy.
Imagine balancing a high-powered tech career with personal growth and wellness. That's exactly what Valerie Williams, former Stripe executive and current CEO of the Converge Firm, has done. In this episode of Eat.Plank.Live, Valerie opens up about her unique journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, sharing how her evolving relationship with food and fitness played a crucial role in her success.
She candidly talks about her early struggles with sugar addiction and how she didn't eat a green vegetable until college. Now, fitness is a non-negotiable part of her daily routine. Valerie's career story is equally compelling. Starting at Accenture, she felt like just another cog in the machine. But a shift to the talent space ignited her passion for human capital, eventually leading her to Stripe, where she became a key player.
Her insights into diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the tech industry are particularly enlightening. Through her consultancy, she helps startups scale thoughtfully, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and scalable solutions for a more inclusive workplace. But it's not all business talk. Valerie also delves into the personal challenges she faces as an entrepreneur, like loneliness and self-doubt. Her coping mechanisms are refreshingly simple—spending time outdoors and speaking openly about her struggles with friends and family.
This episode offers a heartfelt look at how personal growth and professional success are intertwined. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a tech enthusiast, or someone looking to improve your relationship with food and fitness, this episode has something for you. Tune in for a mix of practical advice, inspiring stories, and a touch of humor.