Shaping Robotics, Building Communities, and Thriving in Tech

In this Tech Inspired episode, Priska sits down with Kateryna Portmann, Senior Product Manager at ⁠ANYbotics⁠ and co-lead of Women in Robotics Switzerland to talk through her groundbreaking work in robotics as well as championing inclusivity in tech.

What you’ll love about this episode:

Finding Her Path: How Kateryna transitioned from business consulting to becoming a key player in robotics and AI.
Startup Life Unfiltered: The highs, the lows, and the reality of scaling innovative companies in robotics and automation.
Breaking Barriers: The inspiration behind Women in Robotics and its mission to empower women in a male-dominated field.
The Future of Robotics: Get Kateryna’s take on how AI and robotics will evolve, collaborate with humans, and improve lives.
A Day in the Life: What it’s really like to be a Senior Product Manager at a leading robotics company, from strategy to problem-solving.
Multitasking Mastery: Balancing a fast-paced career in tech and community leadership - plus, learn what Kateryna’s superpower is that helps her juggle it all.

This episode is packed with actionable insights, personal stories, and a clear vision for how you, too, can use your own unique skills and personal powers to foster change in the tech world. Whether you work for a fast-paced startup or a large corporate organisation, this conversation will inspire you to take meaningful steps toward a better future.

Join Women in Robotics

Interested in robotics and want to connect with like-minded people? Kateryna shares how Women in Robotics Switzerland is creating opportunities for women in robotics through mentorship, networking, and community events. It’s easy to join! Just follow this link: ⁠Women in Robotics⁠, register through their website, and you’ll gain access to their Slack channel and event invites - including free meetups that bring together experts, students, and enthusiasts from around the world.

🎧 Tune in now and get inspired by Kateryna’s story! Want to connect with Kateryna and learn more about her work? Find her on ⁠LinkedIn⁠.

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