Dinah Davis is no stranger to firsts. She’s built her career—and her life—on a series of them. As a mathematician and cryptographer, she stood out as one of the few women in a field dominated by men.

She was the first to code Bluetooth technology. She holds a variety of patents, which means she was the first to create something and she’s even experienced her first retirement.

Highlights from this episode:

• Dinah discusses her early experiences in a male-heavy tech environment
• Dinah reflects on the fleeting years we have with our teenagers before they head off into the world. She’ll take the garbage time—the car rides, the mundane errands—because those moments often hold the most meaning.
• Insights into the patent process
• Reflections on burnout and the concept of “first retirement”
• Code Like a Girl’s evolution and its impact on women in STEM
• The role of AI in cybersecurity and its ethical implications
• Emphasizing the importance of mentorship and women supporting each other

Resources
Code Like A Girl Website
Code Like A Girl Instagram
Dinah’s Instagram
Dinah on LinkedIn

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What happens when we blur the boundaries between art and science?

What might that look like? Perhaps you could give students in Nigeria the opportunity to put their innovations on display through science fairs, or maybe it’s finding groundbreaking ways to screen for cancer and HPV—without needing a pap smear.

The speculum, a tool most women dread, has remained virtually unchanged for nearly a century. It’s a device that feels more like a relic than a modern solution. And yet, it’s still accepted practice in women’s health today.

That is, until now

No speculum. No pap smear. Instead, IBK’s work with CELLECT is unlocking the immense potential of menstrual blood and using nanoscience to do it.

CELLECT isn’t the only place IBK is blending arts and science. She’s using science fairs as a tool for sparking genuine curiosity and fostering innovation. Through the STEMite Zone, IBK is not just reimagining the science fair. She’s transforming it into a launchpad for the next generation of African innovators.

Resources
CELLECT Website
CELLECT LinkedIn
STEMite Zone Website
STEMite Zone Instagram
IBK Instagram
IBK on Spotify

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What does it mean to lead?

This season on Voices of Leadership, we’re stepping into the stories of women who are redefining success and thriving on the edge of change. From trailblazing pioneers to resilient entrepreneurs and unwavering visionaries—meet the iconoclasts who refuse to be bound by convention.

Join us for candid conversations that will ignite your curiosity, provide inspiration for what comes next and remind us all that leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about making a lasting impact.

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