What originally inspired your interest in STEM?
My interest started in high school, I had the most awesome Chemistry teacher - I knew at that time that I wanted to take more chemistry classes.
What’s it like working in a field primarily dominated by men?
When in a work environment, it does not seem to matter as much as you would think. Everyone has a common goal with projects / business demands and working together is critical just like a team.
How do you overcome difficulties?
I usually start out by venting to someone that I trust. Then I make an action plan and tackle the problem.
What was your first job in your field?
My first job was a Loss Prevention Engineer (Fire and Explosion hazard inspector) for Manufacturing / Industrial Companies.
What do you most enjoy about your job?
Learning.
What was college like?
I liked the variety of classes that I took and made some great friends.
What was your biggest challenge in college?
The biggest challenge was balancing work and college. Everyone wants to do their best and there is only so much time.
How do you deal with failure?
I think about how I would handle it better next time.
What, to you, made it all worth it?
I was driven to graduate from college, I put more pressure on myself than my parents did.
If you could go back in time, would you do anything differently?
No I would not.
What would you consider the defining moment of your career?
When my boss left, I had to take over the department. At first I was petrified, then it was not so bad. They decided not to replace him.
Do you have any advice for young women interested in STEM?
Give it a try, take classes that you like and it will lead to a career that you like.
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