Her Stem Story

Women hold only 14% of executive positions in STEM industries, and only 8% of STEM CEOs are women. Research shows that having women in leadership positions is crucial for promoting gender equality and advancing diversity and inclusion in STEM fields. It is also important for innovation and our ability to build more lucrative businesses. The low number of women in leadership positions is a concern for rising talent and today we want to provide you with the right approach to ensure you don’t fall off the career ladder due to lack of a leadership toolkit.    I am excited to interview Priyanka Shinde today to help you accelerate your leadership growth in Tech. Priyanka is a seasoned Silicon Valley tech leader with over 20 years experience in engineering, product management, and program management. She has previously worked at tech giants like Meta and startups like Cruise where she led highly technical teams launch cutting-edge products in the field of Autonomous Vehicles, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Le

Richa Bansal is a leadership and job search coach with a decade of experience excelling in the corporate world on her own terms. She previously worked with Amazon, leading large-scale programs to help the company hire the best talent on earth, and with Schlumberger, leading a large engineering team to deliver multi-million dollar projects for global oilfield clients like ExxonMobil, Shell and BP.   As one of the only women in the room for most of her career, Richa has seen first-hand the struggles of women as they navigate the corporate ladder. In 2019, she founded Pinkcareers to deliver actionable, no-fluff career advice to ambitious professionals and accelerate their career growth. Richa has partnered with over 20 Fortune-500 companies, universities, and the Government of Canada to deliver her leadership programs, and coached 100s of high-potential professionals on how to ditch limiting beliefs and leverage the power of personal branding to 2X their career, compensation and impact.   Richa earned a Bachelor

Celebrating Valentine's Day with the epic story of Hannah & Goose, who are both chemical engineers with experience working in pulp and paper manufacturing. After their now 2 year old daughter was born, they both left manufacturing to start their own businesses. Goose is a comprehensive wealth advisor and Hannah started a coaching and consulting business to support female engineers in male-dominated workplaces.  Tune in to learn more about their LOVE IN STEM story, how they worked their way up in their careers, how they called it quits, and their plan for STEM domination in the coming years. :) They are my favorite STEM couple of 2024; I can't wait for you to fall in love with them, too.   Follow them both Goose Dunham >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-goose-dunham-manufacturing-finance/ Hannah Dunham >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahbdunham/  

Anupama is a quality professional who recently started a journey in confidence coaching. As someone who has always found fulfillment in listening without judgment and finding workable solutions, she is passionate about helping women navigate career crossroads and difficult workplace situations. Having walked a similar path of leaving roles that didn't serve her goals, she understands the power of choosing our own narratives and having control over life's chapters. Her time in various industries taught her the importance of mental well-being and working in an environment that cultivates joy, not just living paycheck to paycheck. As a mom, she has seen how demanding or unsupportive work environments can negatively impact one's personal life and relationships. Being present for her child has shown her the value of balancing career and family. Anupama is a confidence coach on a mission to empower women, especially working moms, to feel confident in prioritizing what truly matters, inside and outside their pro

Meet Irina Stanescu, ex-Google, ex-Uber, engineering leader and coach. In this episode, she will share her STEM Story, how she learned to lead with influence, and how you can do the same in 2024. We will be discussing: - Irina's STEM Story - How she became an engineering leader and coach - What is influence and how to build it - How you can lead with influence in 2024 Follow Irina on Linkedin Subscribe to The Caring Techie  

This is the last episode of this epic podcast! I am moving on to do more impactful projects including a brand new podcast.  This is not a goodbye but an invitation to join me for my next epic podcast called Believe in Your Brilliance.  A weekly podcast that will help you believe in your brilliance through small action.  My door is always open for you! Please reach out anytime. Email me at - hello@prashadutra.com Sign up for my new weekly newsletter - https://view.flodesk.com/pages/601ca36387671a2b8ee6883e My website - www.prashadutra.com DM me on Instagram @prashadutra    

Your career is your responsibility and you have more control over it than you realize. Being in the driver's seat of your career can be overwhelming. To help you overcome EXACTLY that, we are talking to Richa Bansal, Founder and CEO, Pinkcareers + Sr. Advisor Corporate Strategy, Cistel. With ​​a Bachelors in Mechanical from IIT, Delhi, Masters in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University and MBA from Rice University Richa has an extensive background in managing and growing her own career. With her organization Pinkcareers, Richa provides straightforward advice and coaching to help women pursue career success without feeling inadequate, overwhelmed, or guilty.  Listen now to learn how you can take charge of your career!  Follow Richa here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pinkcareers/ https://www.instagram.com/pinkcareers_/

 Stephanie Espy joins me for a quick lunch chat to discuss all about her upcoming keynote at this year's Wonder Women in STEM 2021 Online Conference. July 25th Stephanie will open day 2 of our event and we are super excited to hear all about this amazing topic. Join us on July 21st at 12:30pm EST for this amazing chat. Get your tickets to the event at Wonder Women In STEM 2021 to meet many more role models like Stephanie, 35+ sessions, meet people from around the world, connect with growth opportunities and so much more! wonderwomeninstem.com

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Caitlin Hirschler is a materials engineer from Georgia Tech, currently working in world's largest wire and cable manufacturer Prysmian Group and is a LGBTQ community advocate inside and outside of STEM.  The PRIDE month means more than rainbow washing for Caitlin and they shares all about how we can all become more inclusive and accommodating of the LGBTQ community.  Caitlin bravely opens up about their challenges while coming out in college, how they managed to build a successful STEM career while dealing with disabilities and how they thinks STEM can do a better job of celebrating and inculcating the values of PRIDE in their organizations.  Listen now to this amazing conversation! Caitlin uses She/They pronouns interchangeably.  Follow Caitlin and their work here: https://instagram.com/caitlinhirschler?utm_medium=copy_link https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-hirschler

In this episode, Romila Rout will share how she grew her career as a signals engineer in the US. Romila is an electrical engineer from UT Dallas, working full-time in the semiconductor industry and has grown a very cool IG page filled with colors and life!! Listen now to learn how you can build you can break stereotypes while excelling at your STEM career. The key points we discussed here are: 1. Romila's STEM story 2. Her best advice to anyone starting in the STEM workforce as a minority.  3. Her one tip on how to create a good work life balance and how to set boundaries.  4. How her profession allowed her a traveling and fun lifestyle.  Follow Romila on IG and linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/romila-rout-493815100 https://instagram.com/romila_rout?utm_medium=copy_link

Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions on self harm and suicide if this is triggering please avoid tuning in. CONFIDENCE SPECIAL You are not born with confidence. Confidence is a muscle and if you work on it you can build it up! In this episode, we are talking to Janelle Lynnae, Founder of Next Level Confident, a keynote speaker, confidence coach and a podcaster. Jenelle helps self-conscious women become self- assured.  With her coaching business and her company she started this movement to help women overcome their limitations, become clear on their purpose & take the risks necessary to live a life they are proud of. Listen now to learn how you can build your confidence muscle too! In this conversation we discuss: Janelle's story and struggles.  What confidence is NOT? How to rewire your brian with affirmations? How to uncover your deepest limiting beliefs? My favorite technique to start building your confidence. My suggestions on how to continue to be more confident in STEM & beyond. Fol

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS SPECIAL From being diagnosed with Bipolar disorder to successfully defending her thesis during a global pandemic, Kimberly Fiock (Feeock) has set an example for what’s possible when you find ways to manage your mental health. Kimberly has a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Psychology from UT Dallas and a Master of Science in Pathology from the University of Iowa. She is currently pursing PhD in Experimental Pathology at the University of Iowa. She works as a graduate assistant for the Iowa NeuroBank Core, a brain tissue and stem cell repository at the University of Iowa. She also serves as a Court Appointed Special Advocate, where she advocates and supports abused and neglected children as they navigate the foster care system.  She runs an interesting IG account called thepathphd to talk all things pathology and mental health.  In this episode, we will discuss Kimberly’s STEM story and how she thinks we can improve and manage our mental health in STEM.

WATCH THIS MOM STEM!! From engineering to manufacturing to R&D and all the way to becoming a strategic marketing professional, our guest today Paula Garcia Todd has manuvered her career in STEM very carefully and efficiently. In this interview, we will get to know Paula's STEM story and her best advice on how to strategically manuever your own career in STEM. Amongst many things, Paula is an AAAS IF/THEN Ambassador, a mom of 3, a STEM education advocate and a community trailblazer. Join us for this amazing conversation and learn how to curate your own path in STEM & beyond. In this episode we discussed: 1. Paula's STEM story 2. How she got her first promotion in STEM 3. How she authentically pursued her curiosity and ambition in her career 4. How she got into STEM advocacy 5. Her best advice to help you believe in your brilliance and STEM & beyond Follow Paula here: www.watchmestem.com www.instagram.com/watchmestem  

Few quick steps to start facing any crisis that comes your way! With India and the rest of world back in the grip of COVID-19, its essential we talk about this important and urgent skill for minorities in STEM and beyond.   Call to action: Send this quick and sincere message to your colleagues and friends in COVID hot spots - "Hi {first name}, Heard about the devastation and the COVID crisis in your region and wanted to reach out and extend my support. I hope your family is doing ok. Please let me know how I can support you in this tough time."   Help COVID-19 efforts in India: https://pmcares.gov.in/en/ https://give2asia.org/covid-19-pandemic-response-india/ https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/donate   I am here to help, please schedule a chat with me if you like: https://calendly.com/prashadutra/how-can-i-help  

One of the reasons why we need more women in STEM is to help bridge the income gap between men and women around the world. STEM jobs pay ~34% more than average job in the US & financial freedom that these jobs can afford can give women the opportunity to have a seat at all the tables. Our guest today, Nikki Beesetti is a crypto currency enthusiast, IG influencer and works full time as a Product Manager at a popular tech company. She is passionate about financial literacy for women and educating women about the opportunities in crypto. Nikki has a great back story on how BITCOIN changed her life and how it can do the same for you! In this conversation, we will discuss all things crypto and learn all about Nikki’s STEM story. Follow Nikki IG: @hellonikkib Website: hellonikkib.com Follow Host IG: @prashadutra Website:prashadutra.com

Her STEM Story is back with new branding, new opportunities to connect with the host & guests and brand new episodes! Join us for LIVE STREAM every Sunday, subscribe here to never miss a live episode.  Check out our new website & nominate your favorite woman in STEM to be on the show : https://prashadutra.com/her-stem-story Follow us on IG & all socials at @prashadutra.

In this episode, I interviewed Chiung-Wei is a PhD chemistry student, a science blogger and a mom of two.  She was born and raised in Taiwan where she completed her BS and MS in chemistry.    Being a first generation immigrant, she strives to use her voice to help the world see a holistic side of a scientist who writes about science and family, and supports women through coaching. Her experience of being a PhD mom along with the popular notion that being a scientist comes at a cost of sacrificing personal life, lead her to be on a mission to help PhD moms achieve balance in their life and to make science inclusive for all parents.    Listen now to learn more about how you can balance your PhD life.    Links:    Balance Your PhD blog: https://www.chiungwei.com/blog/how-you-balance-your-phd Instagram - @graceful.dr

This episode is sponsored by IBM MASTER THE MAINFRAME sign up before January 17th, 2020 to win prizes and meet top global employers - https://masterthemainframe.com/?utm_source=herstemstory&utm_medium=podcast   In this episode, we discuss the importance of diversity in making healthcare systems work for minorities with Jocelyn Ashford, who leads the Patient Advocacy work in Transthyretin Amyloidosis. In her role, she actively advocates for the inclusion of the patient voice throughout molecule development and commercialization. She holds a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering & Economics. She completed her Master’s work in Engineering Management at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. Follow Jocelyn & her work:  linkedin.com/in/jocelynmashford    

This episode is sponsored by IBM MASTER THE MAINFRAME sign up before January 17th, 2020 to win prizes and meet top global employers - https://masterthemainframe.com/?utm_source=herstemstory&utm_medium=podcast   In this episode, I got to interview Toyin Alli, our very first woman in mathematics. She is a former McNair Scholar who received her PhD in Mathematics from the University of Alabama. She is now a full time Lecturer at the University of Georgia. Toyin started The Academic Society LLC to help graduate students succeed in grad school through time management, productivity, and self-care. She reaches thousands of grad students through her digital programs, online social platforms, YouTube channel, and website. Links to connect with Toyin: Masterclass - How to Build a Productive Weekly Schedule with Me Time Included: https://www.theacademicsociety.com/masterclass Instagram - @theacademicsociety