Kristen Farmer led Sealed Air to key food safety certifications, boosting customer satisfaction and over $50 million in revenue. She also mentors employees and supports community programs in education, fundraising, and family services.

Operations Director Manufacturing is a human adventure mixing the skills of each of us. We are all working together for the same objectives and what I love about my job is managing this team to succeed and make it happen. All the forces together make everything possible.” Silham has held numerous different positions at Saint-Gobain…

Principal R&D Engineer Manufacturing is a function that allows me to add value and build quality into the products that we deliver to patients. It’s also a role that demands continuous improvement which encourages me to learn new things and take on stretch assignments.” Michelle’s leadership and communication skills have proven invaluable to Medtronic on…

Engineering Manager Creating products as a team is such a rewarding component of my job. Every day brings a new challenge, and the collective energy of my team ensures that not only will we tackle each challenge, but that we will do so in increasingly innovative ways.” Kerri joined Siemens in 2013 as a member…

Business Manager – Speciality Materials Manufacturing gives everyone in a community the chance to contribute to our national and global economy, regardless of his/her history, background, education or other constraints. I am inspired when I look at every item around me and recognize that each is the product of teamwork, technology and time.” By age…

Michelin tire performance engineer Jackie Danner developed a global tool to improve tread analysis and reduce manufacturing variation. She also advocates for STEM education, cycling, adaptive sports, and vehicle safety.

Covestro’s Susan Dadd leads complex plant turnarounds, improving reliability and efficiency while mentoring women and inspiring STEM students through extensive community outreach.

Cecilia Colburn led a plant strategy that saves $5 million annually, boosted operations, and off-grid power at P&G’s Mehoopany site. She also champions leadership development, mentoring, and community service.

John Crane’s Kara Chmielewski drives Midwest sales growth, champions innovation and diversity, and mentors women and students through STEM and leadership initiatives.

Erin Chludzinski is a quality engineer who advances manufacturing through global quality leadership, customer support, and hands-on STEM outreach. She also volunteers extensively in community service and women-in-engineering programs.