Are you wondering how to navigate the challenges of being a female tech founder? Why is cultural identity essential to unlocking career success? What does it take to build a movement that transforms careers and communities across the world?

In this episode of STEM in Stilettos, host Zofia Morales sits down with Adaeze Iloeje-Udeogalanya, TEDx speaker and founder of African Women in STEM. Together, they delve into empowering pathways for women to lead and thrive in STEM, the significance of cultural identity in unlocking career success, and the transformative power of building communities that support women globally. Adaeze shares the mission and vision behind African Women in STEM and reflects on the inspiration behind her TEDx talk.

Tune in to discover how leadership, cultural inclusion, and strong communities can unlock success for women in STEM and inspire them to maximize their potential and thrive in their careers.

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Guest Bio:

Adaeze Iloeje-Udeogalanya is a TEDx speaker and founder of African Women in STEM, an organization empowering African women globally in STEM fields. With two decades of experience in engineering and energy, she has managed projects worth over half a billion dollars.

As a catalyst for change, Adaeze speaks powerfully about leadership, cultural inclusion, and community building. Her TEDx Talk challenges professionals to embrace their cultural identity as a key to innovation. Through her Leadership Development Program, she helps women in STEM design careers aligned with their values to maximize their potential.

Adaeze has been featured in the San Francisco Examiner as one of 10 leading voices shaping the future of their industry. She was named Black Leaders Worldwide Top Leader of 2024 and is a 2025 Women Changing the World Global Awards winner.

Connect with Adaeze Here:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AfricanWomeninSTEM/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adaeze-iloeje-udeogalanya/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/africanwomenin_stem/

Opt-in: https://link.africanwomeninstem.com/community

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Host Bio:

Zofia Morales, a former Fortune 100 data center manager turned leadership coach and business entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to her role as a transformational guide. With a background in science and business and a passion for empowering women, Zofia is dedicated to helping female tech founders and entrepreneurs break through barriers and achieve success on their own terms.

Connect with Zofia Here:

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@STEMinStilettos

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofiamorales/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zofiarennea.morales/