Summary
AI Grace
Miriam Schwab shares her extensive journey in this engaging conversation with Bud. They reflect on the year-long delay in their discussion, and Miriam details her life starting from her upbringing in Toronto. She humorously discusses the Jewish community she grew up in and the varied synagogues she attended, explaining her transition from schools and how her family eventually relocated to Israel. Despite initial struggles with the language and adjusting to a new culture, she eventually found her footing, attending university, starting a family, and embarking on a professional journey in Israel.
Miriam describes her early career, including editing patents, which allowed her to utilize her English literature degree while remaining connected to her passion for technology. After having three children, she sought more flexibility and professional growth, leading her to transition from editing patents to starting her business, initially offering copywriting and eventually specializing in building websites through self-taught skills in HTML, CSS, and WordPress. Her transition from providing basic websites to becoming a significant figure in Israel’s WordPress community showcases her ambition and adaptability.
As WordPress evolved, so did Miriam’s business, positioning her agency as one of the early adopters and leading service providers in Israel. Her efforts in personal branding, speaking engagements, and organizing local WordPress conferences significantly contributed to her success. Eventually, she sold her agency to a Canadian firm and began her second business, Strattic, focusing on a new method of hosting and deploying WordPress websites, with advancements that caught the attention of Elementor, leading to its acquisition.
At Elementor, Miriam took up the mantle as the Head of WordPress Relations, a role she is passionate about, thriving in an environment that values hybrid work and community engagement. She delves into the work culture at Elementor, emphasizing its international presence and inclusive approach despite its predominantly Hebrew-speaking office in Tel Aviv. Her role not only involves technical and architectural oversight but also active participation in the WordPress community worldwide, attending and speaking at numerous conferences.
Towards the end, they touch upon more personal aspects, particularly her experience as a mother of seven children. Miriam candidly shares her shift from managing young children to enjoying her time with her adult children and their partners. She expresses excitement about the prospect of becoming a grandmother and her continued passion for learning and engaging with diverse communities. Despite her extensive achievements, Miriam remains grounded and humorously brushes off grandiose titles, focusing instead on her next steps and personal growth.
What’s Miriam Up To? Find Out At The WP World.