From Tech Pioneer to Photographer: Nicole Yankelovich's Journey of Happy Accidents and Finding Opportunities

02/09/2025 33 min Episodio 20
From Tech Pioneer to Photographer: Nicole Yankelovich's Journey of Happy Accidents and Finding Opportunities

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In this episode, Christine sits down with Nicole Yankelovich, a technologist, startup founder, photographer, and teacher whose career has been shaped by a series of “happy accidents.”
Nicole shares her journey from cofounding a research institute at Brown, to leading research at Sun Microsystems, to creating her own startup, and ultimately finding a new calling in photography and instruction. Along the way, she reflects on the lessons of raising your hand, seizing opportunities, and the role mentors play in shaping our paths.
Nicole’s story will inspire you to take action, trust your instincts, and find joy in the unexpected twists and turns.

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