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Women connect
Women connect
met Denise Gordijn (Zo Zij) & Elly Hilgers (ZigZag).
In this episode of Kenniswerf de podcast, we talk with Denise Gordijn and Elly Hilgers about the visibility of female entrepreneurs in Zeeland. Why are women less visible at networking events and how can we change that?
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In this episode of Kenniswerf the podcast, host Marjoleijn Felius speaks with Denise Gordijn (Zo Zij) and Elly Hilgers (ZigZag) about the visibility of women in entrepreneurship and the networking landscape in Zeeland.
Although approximately 38% of entrepreneurs are women, their representation at networking events often lags behind. The podcast explores why this is the case. Both guests note that female entrepreneurs sometimes make themselves less visible and face barriers to sharing their stories.
An important message from the podcast is that entrepreneurship doesn't have to be solitary. New opportunities and collaborations arise specifically through connection. Kenniswerf plays a role in this as a place where education, government, and entrepreneurs come together.
Additionally, it emerges that female entrepreneurship is often strongly linked to social impact and meaningful work. The episode ends with practical advice: take that first step, seek connection, and dare to be visible.
