Today we welcome you to a live edition of the show recorded from the eclectic Kreuzberg based showroom Objekte Unserer Tage with an audience of over 80 people! In this episode, we dive into the journey of a courageous woman who in the early stages of her career had to face self-doubt. From her beginnings in management consulting to her current role as Managing Director at Airbnb for DACH, CEE and CIS, Kathrin Anselm has been recognizing crises as opportunities for growth, discovering her resilience and the journey to self-confidence.In this episode, Kathrin shares how she conquered the fear of the unknown and challenged the beliefs that were present in her upbringing. Addressing societal pressures on family-building, she advocates for individual autonomy and living life on one's own terms. We speak about journaling, positive affirmations, staying active, and investing in oneself. I invite you to today’s episode which encapsulates a journey of self-discovery and resilience, guided by empathy and continuous growth.And remember, if you enjoy today's episode, don't forget to rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform. We really love reading those!Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/aboutFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today, we dive into the theme of "Awakening for Change" with Birgit Amelung and Susann Sitte, founders of The HER KLUB, joined by a live audience at a gorgeous venue of Princip members club here at Hotel Telegraphenamt in Berlin. As we embrace the arrival of Spring, Birgit and Susann lead us through reflections on pivotal moments in their lives. They share experiences of leaving toxic environments, navigating personal healing, and integrating spiritual practices into their daily lives. From Susann's journey following the sudden loss of her mother to Birgit's spiritual exploration, their stories inspire self-discovery.In this episode, Birgit and Susann talk about friendship in the business setting. Time to be awake and ready for a change! And if you enjoy the show make sure to rate it on Spotify or leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We recorded a live episode at the iconic Berlin State Opera Unter den Linden, as we delved into the world of opera and culture with Anja Gossens, the Head of Development of the institution. The Berlin State Opera holds a rich cultural heritage, dating back to its founding in the 18th century. Seated in the heart of Berlin, this institution has been a beacon of artistic excellence, captivating audiences with its breathtaking performances for centuries.Anja is a trailblazer in the world of arts and culture. With a background in art and theater studies, Anja brings a wealth of experience to her role as Head of Development at the Berlin State Opera. Her passion for innovation and her dedication to making opera accessible to all have been instrumental in shaping the future of this esteemed institution. Throughout our conversation with Anja, we'll depict the intersection of art, culture, and society.Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or someone curious about the transformative power of the arts, make sure to share the episode with a friend and see if they enjoy it too!Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Another episode which we recorded straight from Mexico City with Andrea Cesarman – a visionary in the world of design, an interior architect with over 30 years of experience, and a key advocate for Mexican design and creativity. In 1990, along with her partners Emilio Cabrero and Marco Coello, Andrea founded C Cúbica Arquitectos, a multidisciplinary Interior architect firm where numerous times their work has earned them prestigious awards.Since 2009 Andrea serves as the Director of Design Week México, the annual event that serves as a platform for showcasing the talents of Mexican designers, promoting design trends within the country, and bringing together the creative minds that drive innovation. Thanks to her remarkable leadership, Mexico was designated as the World Design Capital in 2018, the first in the Americas.Today, we're going to delve into the world of design in Mexico, it's rich history, its evolution, and the incredible potential it holds. We'll explore the significance of events like Design Week Mexico and her role in taking it to new heights. We'll discuss her remarkable journey and her current reflections on life!If you enjoyed today's episode, share it with a friend and see if they like it too! Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

What a special moment and a dream come true to take the Women Authors of Achievement Podcast to a different country. This is our first time doing it and we are grateful for Mexico City to be the starting point for this adventure. Melissa Avila is a multidisciplinary artist born and raised in the vibrant city of Tijuana, Mexico. Today, as a founder of M.A Studio, she calls Mexico City her home. M.A Studio is not just a studio; it's a movement, it's a passionate endeavor dedicated to promoting the preservation of artisanal craftsmanship. With he mission to expand the realms of creativity and get inspiration from traditions, local wisdom, building the common ground between personal and collaborative efforts. Today, we embark on a captivating journey with Melissa as she shares her story, her vision, and the incredible impact she's making in Mexico.Huge thank you to Caroline Foerster and Ann-Kathrin Zotz from White Label Project for connecting us to the most amazing women of Mexico City!Make sure to follow the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or any streaming platform of your preference. Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

As you’ve probably already guessed, today we’re shaking things up a bit. Today, Cara von Beust will take over and put WAA Podcast Founder and Host Daria Suvorova in the interviewee seat. Why? Well, because the extraordinary woman behind this podcast, Daria, has so many insights and learnings from her journey at WAA Podcast that we can all be inspired by. In this episode, Daria will reflect on the story behind the podcast and her personal highlights of Women Authors of Achievement. We’ll also talk about the balancing act between a full-time job and a side gig, explore her personal learnings from the podcast, and give you a sneak peek into what's coming up in Season 4. So, without further ado, let's get started on this special episode with Cara von Beust interviewing the incredible Daria Suvorova.Make sure to follow the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or any streaming platform of your preference. It's going to be a unique and insightful journey you won't want to miss!Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

For our final episode of 2023, we invited Bettine Schmitz, founder and partner of Auxxo, the Berlin-based Female Catalyst Fund. Tine's work with Auxxo sheds light on the challenges faced by female founders in the startup ecosystem. During her former times at Axel Springer Plug and Play Accelerator, together with her team, Tine has backed over 100 companies at the pre-seed stage, including N26 and studysmarter. On the show, she shares her advice for those seeking investment and navigating the world of venture capital, and also how one gets into angel investing.So let’s get started on today's episode with Tine! Make sure to follow the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or any streaming platform of your preference. Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Selma Stern currently serves as the Chief Customer Officer at Fortune, a legendary name in the world of business journalism. In her role, Selma is at the forefront of driving digital transformation and overseeing the subscription and newsletter business. Today, Selma talks about her Bosnian-German upbringing, her unique life path, fueled by ambition and adaptation and Fortune's secrets to success behind subscriber retention and business growth. We will speak about the renowned annual list of the "Most Powerful Women in Business” that showcases and celebrates the achievements and influence of women. And let’s hear from Selma what is the evolving impact of this prestigious list!So let’s jump straight into it! And if you enjoy the show make sure to rate it on Spotify or leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Lucile Bonnin currently serves as the Head of Research & Development at Cambrium, a company focused on sustainable innovation through molecular design and precision fermentation. As a R&D professional, Lucile's expertise lies in chemistry, predictive analytics, innovation strategy and materials development. In our conversation, we'll explore Lucile's journey to becoming a scientist and how the "informed naivety" approach, as she calls it, has been her weapon against impostor syndrome. We also learn about the groundbreaking events in science back in 2020 that changed the direction of Lucile’s life. Of course, we also didn’t forget to talk about Artificial Intelligence and the role of AI in enabling protein design.If you enjoyed today's episode make sure to rate it on Spotify, leave a review on Apple Podcasts or simply share it with a friend.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today we speak to a growth strategist, founder and managing director of the consulting company JK Access, Anna Jona Koch. With 15 years of experience in communication and business development in the leading media and lifestyle brand companies such as Philipp Plein, ELLE and the German Football Association, Jona has a lot to tell. In this episode, she shares her take on what is the best investment a brand can make when it comes to their communication strategy. Jona reveals how brands can combine storytelling with business objectives to create a profound impact on culture and company revenue. Last but not least, we brush up on her early exposure to political dynamics, her unique approach to networking and deep connection to football, such as FC Viktoria Berlin.Join this conversation with Anna Jona Koch and feel the energy that is present during the Women Authors of Achievements live podcasts!Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today on the show we welcome Tanja Bogumil, Co-Founder and CEO of Lovely Day Foods. Tanja has been an entrepreneur for over 15 years and over these years have experienced the highest highs and lowest lows. She went through the entire lifecycle of a company - from creating a market, to scaling the business, to successfully exiting the company. And a few years ago she made a commitment to utilize her entrepreneurial skills to change the food system by replacing animal-based products with plant-based and eventually with the next generation of alternative proteins. So let’s dive deeper into what the future of food looks like and how we can start living within the planetary resources! If you enjoyed today's episode, make sure to subscribe to our newsletter so you can learn about future events and live podcasts. Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

At the beginning of her career, someone told Marie that she should not be defined by her job, but by a verb. She knew instantly that her verb was 'to create’. Originally from Montréal Canada, Marie-Pierre Blanchette is a self-taught perfumer with a background in anthropology, art direction and design. Turning 40 made her reconsider what would truly make her happy in the next 20 years of her career. So she started shaping her process of becoming an independent perfumer based on the method of trial and error. From the lead role as the Head of Design at Zalando to starting her own company MISKEO an independent, handcrafted & small-batch perfume company - in this episode we learn from Marie about the industry ethics, what continuously inspires her in creating her own perfume line, and how she overcame the barriers before going fully independent. If you enjoyed today's episode, make sure to subscribe to our newsletter so you can learn about future events and live podcasts. Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Starting at a young age, Layla Qassim sought financial freedom and worked at cultural institutions that celebrated Arab heritage. During her university times and while making her first steps at the trading desk at an investment bank in London she faced a life-changing health scare that made her put the brakes on all her endeavors. She took a leap of faith, moved to Paris to live every day as though it was her last. Not long after, she eventually settled in New York for 7 years where she quickly moved up the ranks at Wall Street. Now, as SVP of Operations at lemon.markets, Layla embraces this new opportunity to build something from scratch and strives to create more balanced and diverse leadership within the FinTech industry. In this episode we reveal Layla’s unique trait of resilience, we speak about toxic work environments and why she wants to see more leaders like her mother who are distinctively feminine yet extremely strong.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

After inheriting her family's jewelry business at a young age and experiencing its bankruptcy, Guya Merkle embarked on a personal quest to produce high-end jewelry. Inspired by a trip to a gold mine in Peru and witnessing the industry's problems, she founded VIERI in 2015 with a focus on using urban mined gold and ethically sourced gemstones. Despite challenges in the industry and retail hesitancy toward ethical jewelry, Guya is on the mission to make a difference and inspire others to prioritize sustainability. Through her storytelling and activism, she aims to reshape the perception of luxury and create a new standard for the industry.Let’s hear Guya’s story on what sustainability means in the luxury industry and how one can learn to embrace responsible practices and redefine luxury.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Celebrated as a versatile actress, presenter, voice-over artist, and author, Annabelle Mandeng opens up about her multicultural upbringing in Germany, Togo, and Pakistan. She describes herself as a “professional autodidact”, where in 1994 she became the first German person of color to be a television presenter. In this conversation you get to hear how she navigated obstacles, including surviving multiple serious accidents and how she emerged from those experiences stronger than ever. Get ready to be inspired by Annabelle’s extraordinary story, as she shares insights on the film industry, structural discrimination and the power of never giving up.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Driven by a clear mission to make intimate health a socially acceptable topic and improve the well-being of women, Dr. Vivien Karl has built a brand that offers natural and science-based intimate care products for women. From the emotional rollercoaster of financing rounds and to winning over Tina Müller, the former CEO of Douglas, as one of her angel investors - Vivien turned her entrepreneurial dream into a reality. In this episode she speaks about the challenges she faced as a pharmacist transitioning into an entrepreneur, navigating the startup scene in Berlin and how she acquired the business skills to succeed in her founder journey.  How do you become a founder without the typical business background? How do you break taboos surrounding intimate health and build a brand that women, doctors, and pharmacists trust? Listen to this episode to hear the answers.If you enjoyed today's episode make sure to rate it, leave a review or simply share it with a friend.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dr. Nakeema Stefflbauer is a software delivery expert with over 15 years of experience leading corporate digital transformations in the US and Europe. Today she is the Director of Digital Client Services at ERGO and the founder and CEO of FrauenLoop, a Berlin-based non-profit computer programming network. Among FrauenLoop's graduates are many women with a migration background, working mothers and women who never previously considered working in tech. According to the Gender Pension Gap Report, women receive on average almost 60 percent less pension than men. In this episode Nakeema shares her take on how women can build financial independence and protect themselves from poverty in the post-retirement years. If you enjoyed today's episode make sure to rate it, leave a review or simply share it with a friend.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

With a background in solar technology, brand strategy consulting, and digital business development, Samira's journey is a testament to her adventurous and curious spirit. Today Samira Ann Qassim is the founder of Pink Salt Ventures, a venture capital firm dedicated to supporting female-led technology companies. We discuss her journey from entrepreneurship to starting Pink Salt Ventures, capital funding challenges faced by female founders and solutions that can foster change. We also speak about feminine leadership. We hope you enjoy hearing about Samira's vibrant approach to life and her commitment to creating an impact. If you enjoyed today's episode make sure to rate it on Spotify, leave a review on Apple Podcasts or simply share it with a friend.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today we are welcoming Gesa Mayr to the show! A self-proclaimed pop culture fan who is in charge of campaign formats, platform strategy and innovation at Netflix. As an expert in storytelling and audience development Gesa's career spans over a decade, including positions at renowned publications like Spiegel and the German franchise of watson. In our conversation, we delve into Gesa's transition to social marketing at Netflix and speak about what the future holds for social community development. Join us for this fun conversation and make sure you leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or any other streaming platform of your liking. Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nina Trippel is the founder of Cee Cee Berlin media platform and a Cee Cee Creative, interdisciplinary agency with a focus on content and design. Alongside her co-founder Sven Hausherr, Nina launched Cee Cee Berlin newsletter in 2011 as a fun passion project that has since become the go-to resource for locals and visitors alike interested in exploring Berlin's cultural scene. In this episode, Nina shares the early days of Cee Cee Berlin, how to build up a strong founder relationship as well as the challenges and the successes of the brand. We speak about the developments in Berlin's cultural scene over the past decade and what impact Cee Cee is making in the way people experience and engage with the city. This episode offers an insightful look into the world of entrepreneurship, creativity and community building. Enjoy! Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via https://waa.berlin/infoFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via https://waa.berlin/#newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★