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Episode Synopsis
Hi everyone, it’s Limor!
I’m thrilled to introduce this week’s guest, Elle Ramel, Chief of Staff and head of Inclusive Partnerships at World Business Chicago. In this episode, we dive deep into some of the biggest challenges facing women and non-binary individuals in tech and entrepreneurship today. 🚀
Elle shares powerful insights on how to navigate investor biases, build strategic networks, and master continuous negotiation to drive your career forward. Her journey—from working in economic development to leading gender equity initiatives in Chicago—is packed with actionable advice for women in tech looking to break through barriers and achieve leadership success.
Wondering why women receive only a fraction of the venture capital funding?
Or how to flip the script when investors focus on risks instead of potential?
Elle doesn’t hold back as we unpack these critical topics and discuss what it really takes to advocate for yourself and grow in a male-dominated industry.
Tune in for:
💡 Strategies to overcome investor biases
💡 How to build a strong network of champions
💡 Tips on leveraging mentorship for career growth
💡 The importance of thinking BIG when negotiating
Whether you’re a tech professional, entrepreneur, or just looking to become a more confident leader, this episode is for you! 🎧 Listen now and get inspired to take control of your career journey.
About Elle:
Elle Ramel is the Chief of Staff and Inclusive Partnerships at World Business Chicago and heads up their new Gender Equity Office.
Prior to this role, she was the Chicago Director for GET Cities, a city-based initiative to advance women/non-binary individuals in the Chicago tech economy.
Before GET Cities, she project managed the redevelopment of the Michael Reese Hospital site for Farpoint Development and worked on the Economic Development team for the Mayor Rahm Emanuel Administration. She completed her bachelor’s at Yale University in Urban Studies and a master’s degree at Cambridge University in Land Economics/Town Planning.
Follow Elle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elleramel/
Learn more about her work: https://worldbusinesschicago.com/
I’m thrilled to introduce this week’s guest, Elle Ramel, Chief of Staff and head of Inclusive Partnerships at World Business Chicago. In this episode, we dive deep into some of the biggest challenges facing women and non-binary individuals in tech and entrepreneurship today. 🚀
Elle shares powerful insights on how to navigate investor biases, build strategic networks, and master continuous negotiation to drive your career forward. Her journey—from working in economic development to leading gender equity initiatives in Chicago—is packed with actionable advice for women in tech looking to break through barriers and achieve leadership success.
Wondering why women receive only a fraction of the venture capital funding?
Or how to flip the script when investors focus on risks instead of potential?
Elle doesn’t hold back as we unpack these critical topics and discuss what it really takes to advocate for yourself and grow in a male-dominated industry.
Tune in for:
💡 Strategies to overcome investor biases
💡 How to build a strong network of champions
💡 Tips on leveraging mentorship for career growth
💡 The importance of thinking BIG when negotiating
Whether you’re a tech professional, entrepreneur, or just looking to become a more confident leader, this episode is for you! 🎧 Listen now and get inspired to take control of your career journey.
About Elle:
Elle Ramel is the Chief of Staff and Inclusive Partnerships at World Business Chicago and heads up their new Gender Equity Office.
Prior to this role, she was the Chicago Director for GET Cities, a city-based initiative to advance women/non-binary individuals in the Chicago tech economy.
Before GET Cities, she project managed the redevelopment of the Michael Reese Hospital site for Farpoint Development and worked on the Economic Development team for the Mayor Rahm Emanuel Administration. She completed her bachelor’s at Yale University in Urban Studies and a master’s degree at Cambridge University in Land Economics/Town Planning.
Follow Elle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elleramel/
Learn more about her work: https://worldbusinesschicago.com/
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