EmpowHER Trades: Breaking Barriers and Building Futures

Join us for an inspiring panel featuring accomplished women in male-dominated industries. Learn about their journeys and get a behind-the-scenes look at Engineering, Manufacturing & Industrial Technologies (EMIT) facilities.

The event’s objectives are:

• To motivate young females to explore and pursue careers in male-dominant industries by sharing success stories and showcasing female role models.
• To challenge and dismantle common stereotypes and misconceptions about women in skilled trades, promoting a culture of inclusivity.
• To bring awareness of diverse career opportunities for females in skilled trades.
• To educate attendees about the education opportunities within EMIT programs.

The panel discussion will cover a range of topics, including:

• Personal journey and experiences in the skilled trades field.
• Challenges encountered and how to overcome them.
• Advice and insights for your women interested in pursuing a career in skilled trades.
• The importance of diversity and female representation in traditionally male-dominated industries.
• The panel discussion will cover a range of topics, including:
• Experience of female organizations and networking opportunities.

The panelists are:

• Asia Emery - CNC Machinist, Williams International
• Catherine Withrow - Lean Manager, Barton Malow
• Mary Polly - Electrician, Stellantis
• Mimi Nguyen - Lead Design Release Engineer, General Motors

A few additional details:

1. The event is free and open to the community (must register though)
2. Door prizes and light refreshments
3. The event structure will consist of a short presentation about OCC and the EMIT team, a panel discussion, Q&A, and a tour of the EMIT facilities for those who are interested.

For questions about this event contact Lina Gerchak at . [email protected]

Host or Publisher Oakland Community College