Here’s a summary of the conversation: (part1)Introduction and Welcome: The event begins with a welcome and introduction by the hosts, Carol and Caitlin, who are part of the WAFA (Wharton Alumni Founders Funders Association). They express their excitement about the event and introduce the guest speaker, Cliff Weitzman, Co-founder and CEO of Speechify.WAFA Overview: WAFA is described as a nonprofit organization aimed at supporting female founders and funders. It has over 5600 members and is one of the fastest-growing clubs associated with the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.Acknowledgements: Thanks are given to Jamie and the Pivot Interiors team for their support and the event space.Introduction of Cliff Weitzman: Carol introduces Cliff Weitzman, highlighting his role as the Co-founder and CEO of Speechify. She shares her personal connection to Speechify as a dyslexic and how the tool has been beneficial for her and many others.Impact of Speechify: Carol discusses the significant impact of Speechify in making reading accessible to people with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. She mentions that 20% of people are estimated to be dyslexic and praises Speechify for unlocking learning for many individuals.Use in Education: It is noted that Speechify is widely used by MBA students to manage their reading assignments, demonstrating its broader applicability beyond just those with learning differences.Audience Engagement: Cliff Weitzman engages with the audience, asking about their professional backgrounds and interests.
