#78 Women in Engineering in the IEEE EMC Society: Experiences and Inspiration for Young Engineers
Summary
Hosts Vaso and Sebastian interview Tara Kellogg, IEEE EMC Society Women in Engineering Coordinator, about her 18-year career and advocacy for diversity. They discuss overcoming gender biases, the importance of mentorship, and creating inclusive communities for all engineers. Kellogg shares advice for young professionals on building confidence through experience and highlights emerging technologies like AI and EVs driving relevance in the EMC field.
Topics discussed
Introduction and guest Tara Kellogg
Tara's background and IEEE roles
Women in Engineering program and mentorship
Role models and inspiring young engineers
Overcoming bias and establishing credibility
Career growth and handling expectations
Importance of mentorship and sponsorship
Tara's journey into EMC engineering
Life outside work and IEEE community
Advice for young engineers starting out
Final thoughts and upcoming event details
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