Women in Tech Podcast: Mariyam Shamshidova
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Host: Espree Devora
Guest: Mariyam Shamshidova (Growth & Product Lead, Wefranch)
Location: Lighthouse Studio, Venice, CA
Episode Theme: Navigating Entrepreneurship, Franchising, and Building Purposeful Careers in Tech
Key Topics & Highlights
- Mariyam’s Journey: From Uzbekistan to Vanderbilt to NYC startup life.
- What is Wefranch? Making franchising accessible with data-driven tools, and what being the “Zillow of franchising” means.
- The Power of Franchising: Debunking myths, its accessibility for young founders and creators, and why it’s an untapped lucrative opportunity.
- Early-Stage Startup Life: The reality of multi-tasking, learning on the go, and finding confidence without a big brand name.
- Purpose & Success: Redefining success beyond status, and staying connected to your “why.”
- Women & Belief: The importance of self-belief, especially for women in tech, and breaking mental models that keep women from applying for opportunities.
- Event Building & Community: Mariyam’s hands-on tactics for event marketing and growth – from local connectors to personalized outreach.
- Personal Growth: Lessons from Charlie Munger, advice on prioritization, and finding mentorship in unexpected places.
Resources & Recommendations
- Company: Wefranch.com – Marketplace for franchising opportunities
- Recommended Book: Poor Charlie’s Almanack by Charlie Munger
- Must-Follow Thought Leader: Paul Graham (Y Combinator essays)
- Past Relevant Episode: WeAreLATech podcast with Wefranch founder Gregory Ugwi
Favorite Quotes
“In order to do anything, you must believe that the thing is possible.”
“It’s not about the magazine cover — it’s about how you feel in your body every day.”
“If she can do it, so can I.”
Connect with Us
- Podcast VIP Community: womenintechvip.com
- Social: @WomenInTechShow on all platforms
Listen and get inspired by Mariyam’s story — redefining what’s possible for women in tech, one bold step at a time.
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