IN-PERSON | Conversations with the 2023 Women of STEMM | Sponsored by Burns & McDonnell
At the 10th Annual STEMMy Awards in October 2023, Central exchange celebrated the accomplishments of ten women and one corporate hero who are setting trends and breaking barriers in their STEMM fields.
These prestigious awards were created to put a well-deserved spotlight on women in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Medicine across the greater Kansas City region. These women are business and civic leaders, students and educators, and entrepreneurs and advocates who work together to increase gender diversity and who excel in their STEMM field.
The winners of the STEMMy Awards make changes for a better today and brighter tomorrow. Their influence on a global and local level makes a difference, not just for our community, but around the world and for the next generation of STEMM leaders.
Come join us for happy hour to network with other women and join in on the conversation as we hear from a few of the 2023 STEMMy Award Winners!
MODERATOR:
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Anita holds a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering (IE) and master's degree in engineering management, both from Kansas State University (K-State). She is a co-founder and member of K-State's IE Academy, serves on advisory councils for the Multicultural Engineering Program and Business Management Department, and past chair of K-State's IE advisory council.
Anita is senior advisor for the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers - KC chapter, past chapter president, regional VP, and chapters SVP - Board of Trustees. She was co-founder and past-chair of the National Association of Asian American Professionals KC chapter and the Asian American Resource Community - Hallmark and is an advisor to Hallmark's STEM Engagement Committee.
Anita was awarded the 2022 Groundbreaking Leadership.
PANELISTS:
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Lynelle is a visionary leader and change agent who simplifies complex processes and motivates teams toward a unified patient-centered goal, propelling the health system's ranking among academic medical centers. She was named Expert Nurse Leader and Magnet Nurse of the Year by The University of Kansas Health System and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing.
Lynelle has two daughters, Amanda and Naema, and loves gardening.
Lynelle was awarded the 2023 Groundbreaking Leadership.
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Under her leadership, WeCode applies professional training that's relatable to urban youth, teaching them how to code through project-based technology concepts and cybersecurity, and providing a stipend for real-world learning. WeCode is a major contributor to creating a more inclusive and equitable technology industry, closing the wealth gap.
Tammy, advocates technology diversification; her accolades include the 2023 Women Achievement Award, Top Community Builder to Watch in KC, Top 20 to Know in Nonprofit Leadership, Excellence in Impact, and a recent graduate of the Executive MBA program at Rockhurst University.
Tammy was awarded the 2023 WiSTEMM Champion.
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As a postdoctoral fellow, she plans to study how the maternal environment affects the occurrence of birth defects. Additionally, Brittany is very passionate about providing research opportunities to undergraduates who do not have access to cutting-edge biomedical research experiences. To this end, she has created a partnership between KUMC and Rockhurst University to provide such experiences, and for which, students can obtain credit for their effort.
Brittany was awarded the 2023 Student Achiever.
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Date and Time
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM CDT
5:00-5:30 PM: Arrive, mingle and enjoy drinks and light appetizers
5:30 PM: Program begins
6:30 PM: Program ends
If you have registered for this program and now have to cancel, please do so at least 48-hours ahead of time at https://centralexchange.org/cancel-program-registration/. Thanks!
Location
IN-PERSON AT UMKC BLOCH EXECUTIVE HALL
5108 CHERRY STREET, ROOM 331
KANSAS CITY, MO 64110
Fees/Admission
CX Members: FREE Interested in becoming a CX Member? Read more about membership here and be our guest for up to two CX Programs or Exchange Circles.
CX Partners: 1 Voucher
Nonmembers: $35.00
No refunds.
Beverages and light appetizers are included!