Standing Out - A Career in STEM with Louise Towler
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Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by Louise Towler, a trailblazer in the fields of science, technology, and sustainability.
Louise has leveraged her profound expertise in mathematics and software development to innovate in climate technology, notably through her startup, Canopy, which assists organisations in reducing their digital carbon footprints.
In our conversation, we explore Louise's journey from a curious child inspired by Marie Curie to an award-winning entrepreneur impacting the tech and sustainability spheres.
Join us as Louise shares her insights on navigating a male-dominated industry, her passion for technology and sustainability, and her vision for a more equitable digital world.
Here are the highlights:
(4:20) Career progression from software development to quality management and web development.
(8:57) Reducing carbon footprint of websites through data reduction.
(16:07) Balancing work and family life as a female entrepreneur in STEM.
(21:08) Gender and ethnicity barriers in STEM careers and how to overcome them.
(29:09) Navigating a career in STEM with a focus on resilience and self-expression.
Connect with Louise:
Find out more about Kanoppi: https://kanoppi.co/
Learn more about Indigo Tree: https://indigotree.co.uk/
Find out more about Louise’s Women In Innovation Award: https://indigotree.co.uk/insights/louise-is-a-women-in-innovation-award-winner/
Connect with Ruth:
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