HumanizeHer Heads to SXSW to Elevate Women's Voices

Founder Erica Lockheimer will interview leading women across film, sports and media

AUSTIN, Texas, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The HumanizeHer Podcast, a community podcast for women, is headed to SXSW^® for its first appearance as an organization since its inception in September 2024. Founded by Erica Lockheimer, a seasoned executive and former Vice President of Engineering for LinkedIn, the HumanizeHer team will take over SXSW's exclusive Podcast Lounge on March 12.

Erica will interview esteemed guests across film, sports and media, notably: 

• Cindy Lee, Director of the Oscar®-nominated Live Action Short Film "The Last Ranger" 
  
  
• Avumile Qongqo, actress; starred as Khuselwa in "The Last Ranger"
  
  
• Adrienne Bankert, Emmy Award-winning journalist, host and author
  
  
• Lizzi Smith, Paralympic swimmer medalist; disability and sport advocate 
  
  
• Erin Crownover, Ph.D. Candidate, Physical Culture and Sports Studies (PCSS) at UT Austin and Program Manager for VOICEINSPORT

The podcast interviews will be recorded live, with the ability for audiences to watch guests share their stories at the HumanizeHer Podcast Lounge, located at The Austin Convention Center (500 E. Cesar Chavez St.). Podcast interview times are: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. CT, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. CT, and 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. CT.

"I founded HumanizeHer because I wanted to play an important role in elevating women's voices so that their journeys and experiences could inspire others," said Erica Lockheimer, founder and CEO of HumanizeHer. "It has been the privilege of a lifetime to be able to run HumanizeHer and have the opportunity to meet and interview such incredible women who have achieved so much in their lifetimes. As a team, we are incredibly honored to be celebrating women's stories on one of the biggest stages at SXSW."

In addition to hosting guests at the Podcast Lounge, the HumanizeHer team will have more information on the HumanizeHer's independent podcast and upcoming initiatives, as well as interactive experiences at Booth #1033 located in the SXSW Expo Hall in The Austin Convention Center (500 E. Cesar Chavez St.).

HumanizeHer will also host a Happy Hour exclusively for female leaders on Monday, March 10 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. CT at The Austin Proper. Pre-registration and confirmation of attendance by the HumanizeHer team are required to get in. Link to register: https://lu.ma/ioqeei8v. 

About HumanizeHer

HumanizeHer is a platform founded by Erica Lockheimer with the vision of cultivating a world where every woman thrives, shattering glass ceilings and redefining success on her own terms. The platform aims to create a supportive community of women across various industries, sharing their stories, learning from one another, and supporting each other's endeavors.

HumanizeHer features a podcast that elevates women's voices, providing a platform for women to share their experiences and insights. The community is built on the principles of mentorship, friendship, and unconditional support – helping women navigate the complexities of their careers and personal lives. Learn more at https://www.humanizeher.com/.

About SXSW

SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of tech, film and television, music, education, and culture. An essential destination for global professionals, the annual March event features sessions, music and comedy showcases, film and television screenings, exhibitions, and a variety of professional development and networking opportunities. SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and individuals come together. SXSW 2025 will take place March 7–15 in Austin. Learn more at sxsw.com. 

Press Contact:

Meredith Klein
HumanizeHer PR
[email protected]

SOURCE HumanizeHer