Panel discussion: “Thriving in an AI & Emerging Tech World: Opportunities and Challenges for Women Engineers”
Date: June 23, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM PST
Register: bit.ly/3Fhd9T0
In celebration of IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Day, the IEEE WIE Affinity Groups from Oregon, Hawaii, Utah, Spokane, Santa Clara Valley, San Diego, Richland, Phoenix, Foothill, and Coastal Los Angeles of IEEE Region 6 and IEEE WIE AG SB DU of IEEE R10 proudly invite you to an empowering and timely panel discussion: “Thriving in an AI & Emerging Tech World: Opportunities and Challenges for Women Engineers”
Join us for an inspiring conversation exploring how AI, automation, and digital transformation are reshaping the engineering landscape and redefining the future of work. This dynamic event will bring together globally recognized engineers, researchers, and industry leaders who will share:
- The evolving role of engineers in an AI-driven world
- Opportunities and challenges uniquely faced by women in emerging technologies
- Strategies for upskilling, career advancement, and impactful leadership in a fast-paced tech environment
Panel Speakers:
- Prof. Saifur Rahman – Director, Virginia Tech Advanced Research Institute & 2023 IEEE President and CEO
- Dr. Winnie Ye – Professor, Carleton University & 2025–26 IEEE WIE Chair
- Prof. Celia Shahnaz – BUET & 2025–26 Chair, IEEE WIE Nominations and Appointments
- John McDonald, P.E. – Founder & CEO, JDM Associates, LLC & IEEE Foundation VP, Development
- Jill Gostin – 2023 IEEE VP, MGA & Retired Principal Research Scientist, Georgia Tech Research Institute
- David Koehler – 2022 IEEE VP, MGA
️ Moderator: Naznin Akter, Chair of IEEE WIE Oregon Section
Let’s come together to celebrate women in engineering and spark impactful conversations around innovation, inclusion, and the future of tech.
