Revolutionizing Metal Refining: Megan O'Connor, Ph.D. on Sustainable Technology In this episode of Betts on the Future, host Jennifer Betts interviews Megan O'Connor, Ph.D., co-founder and CEO of Nth Cycle. Megan discusses her groundbreaking work in the critical metals refining industry through innovative electro-extraction technology that enables sustainable domestic production of essential metals like nickel and cobalt. Drawing from her environmental engineering doctorate from Duke University, Megan has led Nth Cycle to secure significant investments and grants, helping to shape the futur ..read more

Trailblazing Women in Steel: Nicole Sweet's Path to Innovation and Inclusion Join us in this special edition of 'Betts on the Future,' as Jennifer Betts interviews Nicole Sweet, Head of End-to-End Recycling North America at RHI Magnesita, at the Women in Steel conference. Nicole shares her inspiring career journey from her early start at 18 in the steel industry to becoming a leader in recycling and safety advancements. Learn about the technological innovations transforming steel production, the importance of safety, and the exciting future of recycling refractories. The discussion covers na ..read more

This week Jennifer is joined by Fastmarkets Senior Price Reporter Rijuta Dey. Listen as Rijuta shares her passion for journalism, her journey into the metals market, and her thoughts on why PRAs are so important to the. Produced by Recycled Media ..read more

This week Jennifer is joined by Fastmarkets Senior Price Reporter Rijuta Dey. Listen as Rijuta shares her passion for journalism, her journey into the metals market, and her thoughts on why PRAs are so important to the. Produced by Recycled Media ..read more

On this week’s episode Jennifer, is joined by Shapiro Sustainability Consultant Maddie Carlson. They discuss her journey into sustainability, how it relates to the recycling industry, and the current issue of greenwashing. Produced by Recycled Media ..read more

On this week’s episode Jennifer,  @MarvelousMrsMetals , is joined by Stacy Vermecky and Kelly Dallas of the Association for Iron and Steel Technology (AIST). They discuss different membership opportunities, their upcoming women in steel conference, and insights into the steel industry. Produced by Recycled Media ..read more

On this week’s episode Jennifer is joined by Kelly Fairchild of Venture Metals. They discuss her unique path into a career in metals, the importance of all of the work being done in the industry, and paths to help grow interest in metals. Produced by Recycled Media ..read more

On this week’s episode Jennifer sits down with Jill Donahue of commercial metal forming and Anna Tompkins of sims metal to discuss the Association of Women in the Metal Industries (AWMI). They discuss the history of the organization, the benefits of being a member, and their goals for future growth. Produced by Recycled Media ..read more

On this week’s episode Jennifer is joined by Anna Frounfelker, Sales Rep. and Director of Social Media Marketing for Ferrosource. They sit down to discuss Anna’s career path into metals, what the metal industry can learn from food deliveries, and Anna’s take on the American dream. Produced by Recycled Media ..read more

On this week’s episode Jennifer is joined by Emily Molstad, CEO and Co-Founder of VALIS insights. Emily discusses her path into metals, using technology to maximize efficiency, and the importance of taking time to learn about the industry. Produced by Recycled Media ..read more