An Accidental Manufacturing Leader

04/11/2025 18 min Episodio 102
An Accidental Manufacturing Leader

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Episode Synopsis

Sometimes the most impactful careers are the ones we never planned. In this episode, Sidra Maryam, from Siemens Smart Infrastructure Manufacturing Hub, shares how an unexpected career pivot led her to become a leader driving innovation, digital transformation, and team culture across a large-scale manufacturing operation.
She reflects on the “aha” moments that kept her moving forward and why she believes the future of manufacturing belongs to people who ask better questions. This thought-provoking conversation hosted by Barry Powell, Regional CEO and President of Siemens Electrical Products, is about taking chances and discovering that sometimes the best path forward is the one you didn’t plan.

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