IIn this inspiring episode of the Maverick Makers Podcast, host Michelle Daides sits down with Marlina Ramchandran, a powerhouse in the world of startup growth and corporate partnerships. As Special Projects Manager at YSpace York University, Marlina plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation, spearheading impactful initiatives, and driving national expansion for women-focused programs. With over 20 years of experience across startup consulting, hospitality, education, and media, Marlina has mastered the art of leading high-performance teams and scaling businesses.

She is at the forefront of prestigious initiatives like VISA’s She’s Next $10K grant, which provides critical funding for women entrepreneurs, and she has played a key role in growing YSpace’s ELLA program, dedicated to supporting women-led ventures. In this episode, we dive into: Insightful advice for those involved in the startup ecosystem What it takes to be an entrepreneur How you should engage investors If you’re an entrepreneur, changemaker, or someone passionate about empowering those in business, this episode is a must-listen!