Leaving school and starting a professional career brings all sorts of new challenges, as you face new environments, new responsibilities, and new teams. Finding the confidence to be heard and make an impact can feel overwhelming, but finding ways to practice speaking up can help you become a better engineer and leader. This session will focus on how you can build communication skills and grow your confidence through hobbies and organizations outside of work, with a focus on tabletop role playing games (Dungeons & Dragons).
Libby Mitchem is a Continuous Improvement Manager for Precision Castparts Corp. and a graduate of PCC’s Management Development Program. She has 8 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing across Continuous Improvement and Operations Management roles in facilities that specialized in aerostructures, fasteners, castings, and forgings. Libby attended Case Western Reserve University and received a BSE in Mechanical Engineering and a minor in Studio Art, while at Case she was involved in CWRU’s SWE chapter. She enjoys baking, reading, and tabletop gaming outside of work.