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Episode Synopsis
The engineering industry thrives on innovation and problem-solving, yet it continues to struggle with one persistent challenge—gender diversity. Women remain underrepresented, particularly in leadership roles, leaving many aspiring female engineers wondering how to break through.Today, we tackle this pressing issue head-on with insights from one of Ireland’s leading engineering voices. We uncover practical strategies for empowering more women into leadership, explore how inclusive teams drive better results, and reveal lessons from high-pressure projects like the London Olympics. Our guest leads one of Ireland's most progressive engineering and design consultancies, and is a chartered engineer with a passion for change. It's a pleasure to welcome Atkins realis Managing Director, Martina Finn.THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUTMeeting impossible deadlines on huge projectsNecessary disruptions to provide long-term infrastructurePromoting diversity and inclusion in engineering Embracing AI with correct policy implementation Self-development and the power of reverse-mentoring GUEST DETAILSMartina Finn is Managing Director at Atkins Realis and a Chartered Engineer with over 20years experience in the construction industry. She has been with Atkins since 2001.https://www.linkedin.com/in/martina-finn-a7400812/ MORE INFORMATIONLooking for ways to explore or advance a career in the field of engineering? Visit Engineers Ireland to learn more about the many programs and resources on offer. https://www.engineersireland.ie/ Engineers Journal AMPLIFIED is produced by DustPod.io for Engineers Ireland.QUOTESWith every major progression we do, there has to be some disruption and some sacrifice. - Martina Finn The percentage of women in engineering globally has fallen since 2020 from 15% to 13.7%. - Martina Finn The more diverse our workforce is, both culturally and in gender diversity, then the better solutions we can deliver for our clients and our communities. - Martina Finn For anybody entering a company, get into a mentorship programme. - Martina Finn KEYWORDS#Engineering #diversity #inclusion #mentorship #careerdevelopment #AI #projectmanagement #education #gender
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