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Custom Manufacturing Industry podcast is an entrepreneurship and motivational podcast on all platforms, hosted by Aaron Clippinger. Being CEO of multiple companies including the signage industry and the software industry, Aaron has over 20 years of consulting and business management. His software has grown internationally and with over a billion dollars annually going through the software. Using his Accounting degree, Aaron will be talking about his organizational ways to get things done. Hi ...
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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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