26.07.2026 • 43 Min.

In this episode, we sit down with Patricia, a seasoned SAP expert, enterprise solution architect, and founder of FemPowerXChange. She takes us through her personal journey—from her childhood STEM inspirations and PhD research to navigating corporate SAP consulting and over ten years of successful freelancing. We also delve into the ethical challenges of AI bias and how innovative peer-mentoring frameworks can empower women to thrive in technology long-term. Patricia has more than 20 years of experience in global SAP transformation projects. In addition to her expertise in IT and project management, she is deeply engaged in the field of Artificial Intelligence, particularly in Responsible AI, AI literacy, and algorithmic bias in the context of diversity and decision-making. Patricia actively champions women’s advancement as the founder of „FemPowerXChange“, a PMI volunteer at „Women in PM“, and a mentor inspiring young girls to pursue STEM. ? Guest ProfileName: Dr. Patricia Domínguez Marín (PhD in Mathematics, PMP)Role: Freelance SAP Consultant, Solution Architect & Founder of FemPowerXChange⏱️ Key Takeaways Early STEM Inspiration: How a neighbor inspired Patricia's passion for math at age 7.Family Legacy & Public Education: Mathematical optimization in dressmaking and public education as a tool for equal opportunity.Joining SAP: Transitioning from a PhD in Optimization/Supply Chain Management to ABAP development and consulting.SAP Transformations as a "Translator": Using mathematical abstraction to bridge the gap between business processes and IT systems.AI & Algorithmic Bias: Why AI reproduces historical stereotypes and how mathematics can be used to mitigate bias.Retention & Corporate Culture: Addressing why women leave STEM careers and how workplace cultures must adapt.FemPowerXChange: The power of peer-mentoring triads ("pairs") driven by a custom matching algorithm.Mentoring the Next Generation: Key learnings from volunteering with CyberMentor (Germany) and STEM Talent Girl (Spain). ? Memorable Quotes"I act as the translator between the technology and the customer's business vocabulary." – Dr. Patricia "We are using the newest technology to impose the oldest stereotypes. That is very dangerous." "Things can be changed if we want them to. It is our responsibility to actively shape the future." ? Mentioned Resources & LinksFemPowerXChange: Peer-mentoring platform and community designed to empower women in professional careersWeb: https://www.fempowerxchange.com/LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fempowerxchange/LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/10059499Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_fpxc_/CyberMentor: E-mentoring program for girls in STEM across Germany. https://cybermentor.de/STEM Talent Girl: Educational and mentoring project in Spain inspiring female STEM talent. https://www.globalstemwomen.org/initiative/stem-talent-girl-2PMI (Project Management Institute): Global project management organization where the initial peer-mentoring concept was launched.Tumo Mannheim: an educational project to learn digital skills - for teens age 12 to 18 in Mannheim, Germany :https://mannheim.tumo.de/Inspiring Girls Germany: https://www.inspiring-girls.de/Inspiring Girls International: https://inspiring-girls.com/Patricia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-patricia-dominguez-marin-pmp/David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kaselow/__________________________________________________ Willkommen zum neuen Podcast „Women in Tech Wisdom“ von David Kaselow. Es erwarten erwarten euch Realtalk und Inspiration mit spannenden Frauen aus der IT- und Tech-Branche! Mit tollen Stories über ihren Werdegang, Vorbilder und alles, was sie Mädchen und jungen Frauen mitgeben wollen. Damit sich noch mehr Mädchen und Frauen für MINT-Berufe entscheiden. Hört rein und abonniert den Kanal! Zum Host: David Kaselow ist der "IT-Dolmetscher", der hauptberuflich als IT-Berater für seine Kunden zwischen Business und IT "übersetzt" und auf Social Media und in seinem Buch "IT für Anfänger" wirklich Informatik-Themen sehr anschaulich und einfach für jedermann und jede Frau erklärt! _________________________________________ Kontakt: kooperationen@kd-publishing.email