In this episode, we explore a slightly different aspect of the tech industry – tech marketing! Lexy Sheets is the Director of Marketing at Presidio Federal, responsible for leading brand growth and building awareness, strategic market positioning, and generating business demand. Tune in to hear Becky and Lexy discuss the process and challenges of developing a brand, the importance of saying yes, and how the little things are, truly, the big things. Take a listen, get inspired, and rise from the classroom to the boardroom ..read more

In this episode, we chat with a woman who is determined to pass on her knowledge and experiences to support others following in her footsteps – after immigrating to the US from Iraq over 20 years ago, Sairan Aqrawi received her Master’s degree in Engineering and is now the Design Coordinator Team lead for the Washington Metro Silver Line Project. Tune in to hear Becky and Sairan discuss muting the clutter, what it really means to live “the American Dream,” and uncovering "Your Core Genius." Take a listen, get inspired, and rise from the classroom to the boardroom ..read more

In this episode, we chat with a passionate advocate for diversity, empathy, and responsibility in tech – Kathleen Mitford is the Corporate Vice President of Global Industry Marketing at Microsoft, empowering customers across industries to solve challenges and unlock opportunities with the Microsoft Cloud. From working in fashion on the East Coast to tech on the West Coast, Kathleen has made some big moves in her time – tune in to hear her and Becky discuss supporting partnerships, responsible AI, and the necessity of a killer pair of pink stilettos. Take a listen, get inspired, and rise from t ..read more

In this episode, we kick off the summer with a woman who has truly done it all! Susan Maly is the Founder and CEO of Maly Strategies, helping small technology and professional services businesses scale and grow through strategy, operations, and coaching services. From the US Air Force, to Harvard, to the Netherlands, Susan has mastered discipline, focus, and the art of the follow-through. Tune in to hear Susan and Becky discuss finding clarity, establishing supportive communities and leadership, and how leaps of faith aren’t so scary after years of honesty and preparation. Take a listen, get i ..read more

In this episode, we celebrate Mother’s Day and moms everywhere with an extra special podcast guest who hits close to home. Dr. Dianne Schneider is not only the Program and Policy Lead for Performance Management at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – she’s also the mother of our very own podcast host! Tune in to hear Dianne and Becky discuss competency testing, transitioning from working inside to the home back into the workforce, and how everything truly happens for a reason. Take a listen, get inspired, and rise from the classroom to the boardroom ..read more

In this episode, we welcome Mars' Vice President of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Nici Bush! Nici is a member of the global Mars Leadership Team with oversight of Research and Development (R&D), and in her nearly three decades at Mars, she has served on the Global Chocolate Leadership Team, spearheaded the enterprise “Future of Work” program, and driven an inclusion and diversity intervention within Mars’ supply chain – not to mention her time as the Global Head of Supply, where she was responsible for worldwide Chocolate Operations across 28 factories in 15 countries! Tune in to he ..read more

In this episode, we welcome Mars, Inc.’s Vice President of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Nici Bush! Nici is a member of the global Mars Leadership Team with oversight of Research and Development (R&D), and in her nearly three decades at Mars, she has served on the Global Chocolate Leadership Team, spearheaded the enterprise “Future of Work” program, and driven an inclusion and diversity intervention within Mars’ supply chain – not to mention her time as the Global Head of Supply, where she was responsible for worldwide Chocolate Operations across 28 factories in 15 countries! Tune i ..read more

In this episode, we continue on our cybersecurity kick with architect and evangelist Micki Boland! Micki is a global cybersecurity warrior with Check Point Software Technologies Office of the CTO, working to immerse cybersecurity in all aspects of business and ensure the highest level of data security. Tune in to hear Micki and Becky discuss the gritty basics of cyber, the necessity of intrapreneurship, and how our livelihoods really do depend on top-notch cybersecurity tactics. Take a listen, get inspired, and rise from the classroom to the boardroom ..read more

In this episode, we chat with a cyber visionary and all-around inspiration: Deb Golden! Deb is the US Cyber & Strategic Risk Leader at Deloitte, leading a team of over 8,000 professionals solving the cybersecurity problems of today and preventing the ones of tomorrow – all while putting her purpose into practice by creating opportunities in STEM and cyber fields for women and those from diverse and unconventional backgrounds. Tune in to hear Deb and Becky discuss grit factors, fostering professional ecosystems, anticipating your next step, and staying calm in the chaos. Take a listen, get ..read more

In this episode, we chat with a powerful force in the DC STEM community: Kristie Grinnell! Kristie is the Chief Information Officer at DXC Technology, leading business transformation, defining IT strategy for new digital capabilities, and improving overall IT environment performance – all while being chair of the Capital CIO Advisory Board and serving on the WiT STEMforHER Advisory Board. Tune in to hear Kristie and Becky discuss hustle culture, finding a workplace that fits your values, and the importance of paying success forward to the next generation. Take a listen, get inspired, and rise ..read more