🌟 Celebrating the Launch of CWEEL AEE GTA Chapter! 🌟
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Council on Women in Energy & Environmental Leadership (CWEEL National Capital) under the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE Greater Toronto Area (AEEGTA) on July 17, 2024! 🎉
Excited to announce that the elected Chairperson of CWEEL is Amal Jina, P.Eng, CEM, M.Eng, with liaison Mouwafak Ayoub and advisors Özge Bölek, P. Eng. Bolek and Tanmay Soni will be leading this council for the AEEGTA.
The event featured an inspiring panel of industry leaders: Stephanie Smith, Jennifer Quaglietta, ICD.D, P.Eng., MBA, Amy Jacobs, CPA, CA, Carolyn Calwell, Jacquie Hoornweg, MCM, ABC, & Elinor D'Cunha
The discussions were insightful and aligned with CWEEL's mission to support career development for professional women through mentoring, networking, and scholarships.
Here are some highlights from the panel:
Career Insights:
🌟 Be open to opportunities, and focus on understanding your strengths and motivations.
🌟 Invest in personal development and mental well-being.
🌟 Confidence and resiliency are key to career growth.
Thoughts on DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) Initiatives:
🌟 Forming DEI councils and implementing intentional policies.
🌟 Emphasizing the competitive advantage of diverse perspectives.
🌟 Engaging stakeholders and promoting early collaboration.
Building Leadership Skills:
🌟 Making tough decisions and having clear non-negotiables.
🌟 Reflecting on what energizes and motivates you.
🌟 Building confidence and surrounding yourself with supportive people.
Fostering Collaboration and Partnerships:
🌟 Bringing diverse perspectives into the workforce.
🌟 Learning from mentors and building relationships across different intersectionalities.
🌟 Encouraging self-reflection and professional growth.
The event provided a great networking opportunity along with refreshments and snacks, allowing attendees to connect and share their experiences.
A special thankyou goes out to Nasreddine Guerfala, MBA, P.Eng, MASc, CEM, CMVP and Mouwafak Ayoub for instigating this council, and to Blade Air for being presenting sponsors!
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