The Tech Blog Writer Podcast - Inspired Tech Startup Stories & Interviews With Tech Leaders, Entrepreneurs And Innovators

In today’s episode of Tech Talks Daily, I connected with Brittany Christenson, CEO of AidKit, to explore how cutting-edge technology is being used not to disrupt markets or chase margins, but to deliver real, measurable social impact. AidKit is a public benefit corporation building infrastructure that helps vulnerable communities access aid quickly, securely, and with dignity. While many tech conversations orbit around scale and efficiency, Brittany brings a different kind of energy, one grounded in values, user empathy, and purpose-built innovation. She shared how AidKit’s journey began as a nonprofit initiative during the pandemic, evolved into a for-profit startup to attract engineering talent, and most recently achieved B Corp certification, reinforcing its long-term commitment to balancing people, planet, and profit. We discussed what dignity and equity look like in real-world software experiences, and how user-centric design can transform burdensome forms and gatekeeping processes into streamlined, acce