Initiatives to bridge the gender gap in manufacturing – Teresa Hernandez Martin

Art of Making podcast · Episode 5

In our latest Art of Making podcast episode, we welcome Theresa Hernandez Martin, an experienced innovation professional and the project lead of the Women TechEU, an initiative dedicated to empowering women in deep tech and shaping the future of women in the technology industry.

Driven by a deep-seated belief in the transformative power of technology, Theresa has created a successful career in innovation spanning over 15 years and encompassing both intrapreneurial and external consulting engagements. She believes that innovation is not just about creating new technologies but also about empowering individuals and communities to realize their full potential.

In her current role as the lead of the Women TechEU, Theresa is committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable tech ecosystem where women can thrive and contribute to shaping the future of technology. This 2-year EU-funded project aims at supporting women leading deep tech startups from Europe to grow into tomorrow’s tech leaders and putting women at the forefront of deep tech in Europe.

In this episode of the Art of Making podcast, our host Maxim Mommerency talks to Theresa about the role of women in manufacturing but also about the initiatives to bride the gender gap and make place for women in manufacturing.