Global Voices in Engineering

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Ep 279: Women of Color in Tech Roundtable With Discover Financial Services Sep 24, 2024

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This episode is sponsored by Discover Financial Services. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guests, in their individual capacity, and not necessarily those of Discover. Three leaders at Discover Financial Services discuss their career journeys in tech, their insights on AI and emerging technologies, and how they have built communities of support as women of color in the field. Hear insights from Stephanie Jefferson, senior associate IT service management specialist; Yixiu Li, director of generative AI modeling; and Natasha Perez, senior manager of product enablement.

Ep 278: Courageously Authentic Leadership With Shelley Knust of Cummins Inc. Sep 17, 2024

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Shelley Knust, vice president of product compliance and regulatory affairs at Cummins Inc., discusses her approach to courageous leadership in this episode of Diverse. Interviewed by FY25 SWE President Karen Roth, Knust reflects on a pivotal moment in her career when she made an impact on her colleagues by embracing her authentic self. She also shares several unique initiatives that empower engineers to bring their full selves to work and offers a sneak peek into her closing keynote talk at WE24.

Ep 277: Business Savvy Tips for Women Engineers With TED Speaker Susan Colantuono Sep 10, 2024

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For women engineers who want to climb the corporate ladder, putting your head down and doing your job is often not enough. Susan Colantuono, TED speaker and founder of Be Business Savvy, shares the key business and strategic skills to help women get ahead in conversation with Laurie Shuster, editor-in-chief of SWE Magazine. Hear Colantuono’s practical tips to understand your employer’s market positioning, promote your achievements effectively, and be perceived as a leader in STEM. Learn more about the skills women engineers need to climb the corporate ladder in the Conference 2024 issue of SWE Magazine.

Ep 276: Together We Rise: The Power of Innovation in Engineering Sep 04, 2024

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Jenna Henderson, co-lead of SWE’s Women in Government Affinity Group, explores how innovation aligns with this year’s theme of “Together We Rise” with FY25 SWE President Karen Roth. Interviewed by Jennifer Dalzell, co-lead of the Women in Government Affinity Group, the discussion explores the challenges and opportunities that come with embracing innovation in engineering, particularly in the public sector. Hear why diversity fuels innovation, how to handle resistance when changing the status quo, and practical advice for women engineers looking to lead the way in their fields.

Ep 275: A Fireside Chat With Forbes "50 Over 50" Awardees Dr. Carlotta Berry and Karen Horting Aug 27, 2024

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Enjoy a fireside chat with two women who were recently recognized on the Forbes “50 Over 50” list in this episode of Diverse! Karen Horting, CEO and executive director of SWE, sits down with Dr. Carlotta Berry, professor at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and founder of NoireSTEMinist, to discuss their respective work to increase STEM access. Horting and Dr. Berry reflect on what they are most proud of, how their perspectives on leadership have evolved over time, and the unique intersections of their passions, including Berry’s creative venture into writing romance novels featuring Black characters in STEM fields.

Ep 274: How Cal Poly SWE Empowered 1,500+ Fourth Graders to Explore STEM Aug 20, 2024

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Explore an outreach success story from one of SWE’s 400+ Collegiate Sections in this episode of Diverse! Sofie Zalatimo, elementary outreach chair at Cal Poly SWE, and Shayne Conner, vice president of community outreach at Cal Poly SWE, dive into the details of Cal Poly SWE’s annual "Fourth Grade Days" event, which reached over 1,500 students this year. In conversation with FY25 SWE President Karen Roth, Zalatimo and Conner share behind-the-scenes insights into managing event volunteers, creating age-appropriate activities, and inspiring the next generation of leaders by exposing pre-college students to STEM.

Ep 273: Unleashing Your Potential With Sharon Hong of Motorola Solutions Aug 13, 2024

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Sharon Hong, vice president of ecosystem solutions and video sales engineering at Motorola Solutions, explores how engineers can unlock fear, overcome imposter syndrome, and unleash their full potential in this episode of Diverse. In conversation with FY25 SWE President Karen Roth, Hong discusses her inspiring STEM journey and leadership roles in the security and safety sectors. She also provides a preview of her upcoming WE24 keynote address.

Ep 272: Communicating to Non-Technical Audiences With TED Speaker Melissa Marshall Aug 06, 2024

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Melissa Marshall, TED speaker and founder of Present Your Science, shares actionable advice to help scientists and engineers share their work to non-technical audiences in this episode of Diverse. Hear practical tips for improving your presentation skills, plus two key communication pitfalls to avoid. Marshall offers additional insights on the role of visual aids in slides, building confidence, and how AI is impacting the future of communication in STEM.

Ep 271: Leadership Training for Engineers in Academia: SWE’s ALWE Program Jul 30, 2024

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Dive into SWE’s award-winning Academic Leadership for Women in Engineering (ALWE) program with two inspiring engineers who are making their mark! Dr. Gisella Lamas, FY25 chair of SWE’s Women in Academia Committee, and Dr. Sanjana Yagnambhatt, member of SWE’s Women in Academia Committee, share their personal experiences as participants in the ALWE program. Hear what inspired them to pursue careers in academia, the lessons from ALWE that influenced them the most, and why the leadership skills and diverse community that ALWE provides are imperative in the academic space.

Ep 270: Negotiation Strategies for Women in STEM With Selena Rezvani Jul 23, 2024

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Negotiation happens every day in the workplace — from negotiating a job offer, to pushing back on a proposed initiative, to simply saying no. In this episode of Diverse, author, speaker, and leadership consultant Selena Rezvani shares actionable tips to help women engineers improve their negotiation skills and become their own self-advocates. Hear strategies and scripts to start tricky conversations, overcome common objections, and manage trade-offs. Rezvani shares a personal story that influences the way she sees negotiation and discusses the importance of mentors and peer networks.

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