Christine Renaud is the Founder of Braindate, a platform designed to revolutionise the way people meet and learn.
Over the past 15 years, it has connected over 1 million participants from 100 countries in more than 500,000 meaningful exchanges. Her work has enriched countless lives and positioned her as a champion for women in leadership and technology.
During this interview, Christine breaks down the main issues Braindate is solving, while looking back at some of her favorite conversations. This company is the leading event technology platform that turns connections into meaningful, peer-driven learning experiences. She also shares valuable advice for female leaders, “we need female perspectives to be heard.”
Having facilitated thousands of insightful conversations through her company, Christine Renaud explores the key strategies for achieving this, as well as the value it brings.
Braindate has been Named One of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. Read the press release from Fast Company here and from Newswire here.
Video Timeline
- 00:17 – Who are you and what do you do?
- 00:27 – Can you explain what is Braindate and how is it different from traditional networking?
- 02:55 – With over 1 million participants from 100 countries, what have been some of the most meaningful or impactful conversations facilitated through Braindate?
- 05:41 – What advice would you give to young women aspiring to leadership roles?
- 07:18 – What are some key strategies organizations can implement to create more spaces for brave conversations and deep connections?
- 08:25 – You’ve been invited to speak at many prestigious events worldwide. What are some of your most memorable speaking experiences?
- 09:12 – What is next for Braindate?
- 09:47 – What is next for you?
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