Let’s welcome the SWE-RMS FY21 Executive Council!
We asked each EC member to share a fun fact and what they would like to accomplish this year.
We asked each EC member to share a fun fact and what they would like to accomplish this year.
Lisa Woodward, President
Lisa Woodward will be continuing in her second year as section President. Lisa spent most of her career in environmental engineering. Recently she is working as a project advisor for the senior design class at the Colorado School of Mines.
From Lisa: My husband and I are remodeling most of our main floor so life without a kitchen is challenging. It is a good thing it is summer so we can grill outside. But, I think all of the inconveniences will be worth when we are finished. This year, I am looking forward to working with the EC on innovative ways to connect our membership, outreach and to increase our diversity in these challenging times.
Picture is Lisa at Animal Kingdom walking over live alligators.
Lisa Woodward will be continuing in her second year as section President. Lisa spent most of her career in environmental engineering. Recently she is working as a project advisor for the senior design class at the Colorado School of Mines.
From Lisa: My husband and I are remodeling most of our main floor so life without a kitchen is challenging. It is a good thing it is summer so we can grill outside. But, I think all of the inconveniences will be worth when we are finished. This year, I am looking forward to working with the EC on innovative ways to connect our membership, outreach and to increase our diversity in these challenging times.
Picture is Lisa at Animal Kingdom walking over live alligators.
Christi Wisleder, 1st Vice President
Christi Wisleder is a Civil Project Engineer at Merrick & Company, leading transportation and major drainage design projects as a design consultant for local public works agencies in the Denver metro area. Christi has held many different support roles within the RMS section and was also on the 2020 WE Local Raleigh Local Host Committee Program Subcommittee.
From Christi: I’m looking forward to strengthening our section’s corporate partnerships and seeing our virtual capabilities and connections expand. I would like to teach my huskador Maybelle an extraordinary dog trick. My previous dog could open the fridge, fetch a beer, and then close the fridge. While Maybelle will not be taught to open the fridge (she’d eat everything), there is plenty else for her to learn.
Picture is Christi (pink scarf) enjoying WE Local Raleigh as part of the LHC.
Christi Wisleder is a Civil Project Engineer at Merrick & Company, leading transportation and major drainage design projects as a design consultant for local public works agencies in the Denver metro area. Christi has held many different support roles within the RMS section and was also on the 2020 WE Local Raleigh Local Host Committee Program Subcommittee.
From Christi: I’m looking forward to strengthening our section’s corporate partnerships and seeing our virtual capabilities and connections expand. I would like to teach my huskador Maybelle an extraordinary dog trick. My previous dog could open the fridge, fetch a beer, and then close the fridge. While Maybelle will not be taught to open the fridge (she’d eat everything), there is plenty else for her to learn.
Picture is Christi (pink scarf) enjoying WE Local Raleigh as part of the LHC.
Ashley Kreuder, VP of Outreach
Ashley works in sustainability and her expertise in life cycle assessment (LCA) allows her to make decisions and justify the best potential outcome using facts and assessment of potential trade-offs. Ashley is also currently the Girls Exploring Science Technology Engineering and Math (GESTEM) committee chair.
From Ashley: I look forward to getting our section more involved in local outreach events and SWENext! (SWENext is a way for girls to become a part of the SWE engineering community as a student through the age of 18). I would like to go to the Grand Canyon this year.
Picture is Ashley with her husband in front of the CO state dinosaur.
Ashley works in sustainability and her expertise in life cycle assessment (LCA) allows her to make decisions and justify the best potential outcome using facts and assessment of potential trade-offs. Ashley is also currently the Girls Exploring Science Technology Engineering and Math (GESTEM) committee chair.
From Ashley: I look forward to getting our section more involved in local outreach events and SWENext! (SWENext is a way for girls to become a part of the SWE engineering community as a student through the age of 18). I would like to go to the Grand Canyon this year.
Picture is Ashley with her husband in front of the CO state dinosaur.
Sarah Green, VP of Membership
Sarah Green is continuing in her second year as VP of Membership. Sarah works as a Regional Technical Manager for Keurig Dr Pepper. Her favorite things about SWE are meeting other like-minded engineers, inspiring students to pursue engineering, and growing through professional development events.
From Sarah: I worked on an ice cream project for about a year after college! After eating so much of it for work, I took a break from ice cream for a year or two but enjoy it now. I hope to start kegging my own beer soon!
Picture is Sarah en route from Vancouver (city) to Vancouver Island.
Sarah Green is continuing in her second year as VP of Membership. Sarah works as a Regional Technical Manager for Keurig Dr Pepper. Her favorite things about SWE are meeting other like-minded engineers, inspiring students to pursue engineering, and growing through professional development events.
From Sarah: I worked on an ice cream project for about a year after college! After eating so much of it for work, I took a break from ice cream for a year or two but enjoy it now. I hope to start kegging my own beer soon!
Picture is Sarah en route from Vancouver (city) to Vancouver Island.
Heather Munoz, VP of Professional Development
Heather Munoz is continuing in her second year as VP of Professional Development. Heather is an Engineering Director at Sundt Renewables working on large scale photovoltaic solar projects. She will be working on ways to continue expanding the RMS Women In “X” development series.
From Heather: I’m looking forward to getting back into running, one of my favorite hobbies, after taking a year off. Half marathons are my favorite distance to train for. One of my goals is to find ways to better serve the RMS membership with virtual development opportunities.
Picture is Heather skiing at Aspen Highlands.
Heather Munoz is continuing in her second year as VP of Professional Development. Heather is an Engineering Director at Sundt Renewables working on large scale photovoltaic solar projects. She will be working on ways to continue expanding the RMS Women In “X” development series.
From Heather: I’m looking forward to getting back into running, one of my favorite hobbies, after taking a year off. Half marathons are my favorite distance to train for. One of my goals is to find ways to better serve the RMS membership with virtual development opportunities.
Picture is Heather skiing at Aspen Highlands.
Kaitlin Chapman, VP of Professional Enrichment
Kaitlin Chapman works as a Quality Engineer at Medtronic and is in her second year on the RMS EC. Her favorite things about SWE include connecting with fellow female engineers, gaining professional development skills, and inspiring the next generation of engineers. In her free time, she loves hiking with her dog, baking, and reading.
From Kaitlin: I am looking forward to helping expand the professional development opportunities for our members in SWE RMS and continue to expand my SWE network! This year I am looking forward to saving money for the many travels I am planning once the virus is better.
Picture is Kaitlin with her dog Libby.
Kaitlin Chapman works as a Quality Engineer at Medtronic and is in her second year on the RMS EC. Her favorite things about SWE include connecting with fellow female engineers, gaining professional development skills, and inspiring the next generation of engineers. In her free time, she loves hiking with her dog, baking, and reading.
From Kaitlin: I am looking forward to helping expand the professional development opportunities for our members in SWE RMS and continue to expand my SWE network! This year I am looking forward to saving money for the many travels I am planning once the virus is better.
Picture is Kaitlin with her dog Libby.
Jennifer Buechler, Treasurer
Jennifer is continuing in her second year as Treasurer and has been an active RMS member since moving back to Colorado in 2015. Jennifer is an Engineering Project Manager at Spectra Logic, managing software engineers and technicians to support the manufacturing line. In her free time, she loves hiking, skiing, and cycling.
From Jennifer: I've climbed 31 out of 58 of the 14ers (mountains over 14,000 feet)! Since travel options are limited this year, I'm focusing on hiking, trail running, and climbing in Colorado.
For a professional goal for this year, I'm working on strategic thinking and developing a vision for my team.
Picture is Jennifer on the North Ridge scramble up Mt. Neva.
Jennifer is continuing in her second year as Treasurer and has been an active RMS member since moving back to Colorado in 2015. Jennifer is an Engineering Project Manager at Spectra Logic, managing software engineers and technicians to support the manufacturing line. In her free time, she loves hiking, skiing, and cycling.
From Jennifer: I've climbed 31 out of 58 of the 14ers (mountains over 14,000 feet)! Since travel options are limited this year, I'm focusing on hiking, trail running, and climbing in Colorado.
For a professional goal for this year, I'm working on strategic thinking and developing a vision for my team.
Picture is Jennifer on the North Ridge scramble up Mt. Neva.
Maureen Masiulis, Secretary
Maureen is new to the RMS EC this year. Maureen is a Sector Lead in the Tactical Solutions Survivability and Strike mission area at Ball Aerospace. Maureen has previously been honored with the Society of Women Engineering’s Distinguished New Engineer Award and Society of Women Engineer’s Emerging Leader Award.
From Maureen: Although I have been an active SWE member since 2003, I didn't join a section until recently. I look forward to learning more about section operations and hope to bring some new ideas from previous Society & Member at Large roles. What I hope to accomplish this year - Thrive through change! It will be a whole new ball game supporting remote learning for two elementary students for two parents who work full time in roles that require on-site support many days and occasional travel. I look forward to sharing challenges & best practices with all of you!
Picture is Maureen enjoying the outdoors.
Maureen is new to the RMS EC this year. Maureen is a Sector Lead in the Tactical Solutions Survivability and Strike mission area at Ball Aerospace. Maureen has previously been honored with the Society of Women Engineering’s Distinguished New Engineer Award and Society of Women Engineer’s Emerging Leader Award.
From Maureen: Although I have been an active SWE member since 2003, I didn't join a section until recently. I look forward to learning more about section operations and hope to bring some new ideas from previous Society & Member at Large roles. What I hope to accomplish this year - Thrive through change! It will be a whole new ball game supporting remote learning for two elementary students for two parents who work full time in roles that require on-site support many days and occasional travel. I look forward to sharing challenges & best practices with all of you!
Picture is Maureen enjoying the outdoors.
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