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Female Founders is a podcast from WomELLE, hosted by Naghilia Desravines. Every business starts with just an idea that eventually leads to a successful business. On Female Founders Podcast, every week, Naghilia has a conversation with a female founder that will tell us about her journey from her first inspiration to launching and the steps she took to accomplish her goals. Listen to inspiring stories to help you along your founder journey!

Mar 26, 2024

Charlene Gonzalez, founder of Lab Phorms, brings a unique blend of expertise as an analytical chemist and web developer. Her work focuses on creating digital solutions to improve efficiency in laboratories. Dedicated to enhancing operations through innovation, Charlene's leadership is shaping the future of lab management.

Charlene Gonzalez Links:

Website: https://labphorms.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cgonzalez-capm/

PODCAST INFO:

Podcast website: https://www.womleadmag.com/podcast/

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3YJHMoy 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GkmpVInAQR7Fgco0pUa1B 

RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/409442/rss 

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYDpQX16k5Uh7G7PFjMjZ8KimqoOpFF-t

CONNECT:

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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realwomelle/

OUTLINE:

02:00 Identifying and Solving Operational Inefficiencies

03:17 Transitioning from Employee to Business Owner

04:18 Overview of LabForms

05:08 Streamlining Laboratory Processes

05:56 Customized and User-Friendly Solutions

06:53 Targeting Analytical and Environmental Laboratories

07:15 Focus on Cannabis Industry

07:34 Signing Up and Customizing LabForms

09:11 Customized Websites and Confirmation Process

10:06 Balancing Technology Change and Laboratory Operations

11:33 The Rewards of Founding LabForms

12:53 The Role of Mentorship

13:21 Balancing Rapid Technology Change

14:30 Proving Personal Capabilities

15:41 Work-Life Balance and Flexibility

18:51 Advice for Entrepreneurs Bridging Different Fields

19:27 Childhood Dreams and Future Goals

20:15 Expanding Reach and Innovating Solutions

20:58 Hiring Junior Web Developers

21:03 Potential Expansion of Services

22:27 Implementing AI in the Future

24:21 Contacting LabForms

25:09 Advice for Women Starting a Business

26:19 Importance of Staying True to Your Vision

26:58 Encouraging Women to Be Leaders