Martha Lamola shares her inspiring journey from being the only black female engineer in the mining sector to leading purpose-driven digital transformation at Vodacom. She reflects on what it means to lead as a woman in tech, the importance of mentorship, how to create psychologically safe workplaces, and why diversity is not just a checkbox, but a business and societal imperative.
Tune in for a powerful conversation about breaking stereotypes, nurturing future leaders, and connecting people for a better future.
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