Episodes

  • Ep 341: Indigenous Voices in STEM: A Conversation With Sarah EchoHawk, AISES President

    Ep 341: Indigenous Voices in STEM: A Conversation With Sarah EchoHawk, AISES President
    Nov 4 2025
    In honor of National Native American Heritage Month, SWE CEO and Executive Director Karen Horting sits down with Sarah EchoHawk, president and CEO of Advancing Indigenous People in STEM (AISES), to discuss visibility, allyship, and access for Indigenous engineers. Sarah shares her family’s deep legacy of public service, the role of tribal colleges in reclaiming education, and how Indigenous knowledge systems — from fire science to environmental stewardship — can help solve global challenges. Plus, hear how employers, educators, and organizations like SWE can strengthen partnerships with AISES to ensure Indigenous voices are included in the future of STEM. — The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting 50,000 members of all genders spanning 85 countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    30 mins
  • Ep 340: Engineering Comfort, Safety, and Growth: Women at Resideo

    Ep 340: Engineering Comfort, Safety, and Growth: Women at Resideo
    Oct 28 2025
    This episode is sponsored by Resideo. In this episode, two engineers share how curiosity, empathy, and innovation shape their work creating smart home technologies. Helen Meza, systems integration lead engineer at Resideo, shares her inspiring path from Peru to the U.S. and discusses how she leads global teams with empathy and adaptability. Kyra Neal, mechanical design engineer at Resideo, reflects on how she went from designing 3D printers to designing thermostats and dehumidifiers that make tangible differences in people’s lives — and how curiosity played a role in her STEM career. In conversation with Larry Guthrie, director of content strategy at SWE, hear Helen’s insights on incorporating cultural awareness into leadership, Kyra’s lessons on finding growth through every challenge, and how Resideo fosters an environment where engineers can make an impact. — The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting 50,000 members of all genders spanning 85 countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    36 mins
  • Ep 338: Knowing When It’s Time to Move On With Maureen Masiulis of Draper

    Ep 338: Knowing When It’s Time to Move On With Maureen Masiulis of Draper
    Oct 14 2025
    This episode is sponsored by Draper. How do you know when it’s the right moment to make a career change? In this episode, Maureen Masiulis, director of space sensing, domain awareness, and control at Draper and acting vice president and general manager of Draper’s Space Systems Business Unit, shares her STEM journey from robotics in middle school to leadership roles in the aerospace and defense industries. In conversation with host Sam East, she reflects on the pivotal moments when she had to decide whether to move on and details how her volunteer experiences within SWE shaped her leadership skills. Hear how Maureen balances career growth with family and personal priorities and why Draper’s nonprofit model and programs like Draper Scholars make it a unique place for engineers to grow their careers. ----- The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting 50,000 members of all genders spanning 85 countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    27 mins
  • Ep 337: Dreaming Big and Giving Back With Thy Tran of Micron Technology

    Ep 337: Dreaming Big and Giving Back With Thy Tran of Micron Technology
    Oct 10 2025
    From escaping Vietnam as a refugee to becoming vice president of global front-end procurement at Micron Technology, Thy Tran has lived a story defined by resilience and purpose. In this episode, FY26 SWE President Inaas Darrat sits down with Thy to discuss her extraordinary path to earning 13 patents, leading global teams, and embracing new challenges in business and leadership. Hear Thy’s reflections on giving back, balancing engineering with art and entrepreneurship, and embracing your story. Don’t miss Thy’s upcoming keynote at WE25, the world’s largest conference for women and allies in engineering, which takes place Oct. 23-25 in New Orleans: we25.swe.org --- The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting 50,000 members of all genders spanning 85 countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    24 mins
  • Ep 336: Finding Your Path in Graduate School: Stories From Engineers

    Ep 336: Finding Your Path in Graduate School: Stories From Engineers
    Oct 3 2025
    Engineers Jabreel Walker and Morgan Smith of the GradSWE Affinity Group share their experiences in graduate school in this episode of Diverse. In conversation with host Sam East, they discuss their motivations for pursuing graduate school, the challenges of returning to school after a break, and the differences between the undergraduate and graduate experience. Hear their advice for engineers who are considering grad school, the pivots they made along the way, and how the GradSWE Affinity Group has helped them find community and support. Get involved with the GradSWE Affinity Group: https://affinitygroups.swe.org/gradswe/ --- The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting 50,000 members of all genders spanning 85 countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    19 mins
  • Ep 335: A Fireside Chat With SHPE CEO Suzanna Valdez Wolfe on the State of Latinas in Engineering

    Ep 335: A Fireside Chat With SHPE CEO Suzanna Valdez Wolfe on the State of Latinas in Engineering
    Sep 30 2025
    Suzanna Valdez Wolfe, CEO of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), sits down with Karen Horting, CEO and executive director of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Suzanna shares her journey from El Paso, Texas, to leadership roles in Washington, D.C., and now at SHPE, where she champions familia, community, and belonging in STEM. Hear the unique challenges and opportunities facing Latinas in engineering, the importance of mentorship and leadership development, and how SHPE and SWE are working together to strengthen the STEM pipeline. Plus, explore how advocacy at the local and national levels ensures Hispanic voices are represented in shaping the future of STEM. ----- The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting 50,000 members of all genders spanning 85 countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    31 mins
  • Ep 334: Women Leading Change in Construction With Turner

    Ep 334: Women Leading Change in Construction With Turner
    Sep 23 2025
    This episode is sponsored by Turner. Blanca Diaz, vice president and construction executive at Turner, and Leah Turner-Jenkins, special projects division manager at Turner, started in the same university engineering program — but their careers took sharply different paths. In conversation with host Sam East, Blanca and Leah reflect on the pivotal teachers who steered them toward engineering, their experiences navigating massive construction projects, and how Turner supports women in the field. Hear what it takes to thrive in an industry that demands both technical expertise and people-centered leadership, and what they each learned along the way about leading change. ----- The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting 50,000 members of all genders spanning 85 countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    36 mins
  • Ep 333: Building Self-Trust From the U.S. to India With Kelsea Fitzgerald

    Ep 333: Building Self-Trust From the U.S. to India With Kelsea Fitzgerald
    Sep 16 2025
    Kelsea Fitzgerald, director of operations at Chevron's Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (ENGINE), shares her journey from studying chemical engineering in the U.S. to taking on a global leadership role in Bengaluru, India. In conversation with Larry Guthrie, director of content strategy at SWE, Kelsea encourages women and allies to build self-trust by taking uncomfortable steps out of their comfort zones. Plus, hear what Kelsea loved the most about WE Local Bengaluru, including moderating a panel on self-trust and finding a sense of community with new STEM connections. WE Local conferences events bring together engineers and technologists of all genders for professional development sessions, networking opportunities, and inspirational speakers. Find the next WE Local conference near you at welocal.swe.org ----- The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting 50,000 members of all genders spanning 85 countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    18 mins