Join Jennifer Betts, a seasoned veteran in the metals industry, as she hosts Stacy Varmecky, General Manager of Sales and Marketing at the Association for Iron and Steel Technology (AIST), and Kelly Dallas, Senior Director of Engineering at Cleveland Cliffs. In this Betts on the Future episode, Stacy and Kelly discuss their impressive career journeys, the evolution of AIST's Women in Steel initiative, and the growing importance of diversity and workforce development in the steel industry. They also highlight the upcoming Women in Steel conference, the role of AIST in fostering new talent, and the industry's technological advancements and safety measures. Don't miss this insightful conversation on how women are shaping the future of the metals industry.
00:00 Introduction to Betts on the Future
00:24 Meet Our Esteemed Guests: Stacy Varmecky and Kelly Dallas
00:45 Stacy Varmecky's Journey in the Steel Industry
02:15 Kelly Dallas' Path to Engineering Excellence
04:39 Diving into the Steel Industry: Personal Stories
09:21 Unique Office Backdrops and Industry Art
13:39 AIST: Advancing Steel Manufacturing Technology
21:32 The Future of the Steel Industry: Skills and Workforce Development
30:56 Advancing Technology and Workforce Needs
31:44 Engaging Women in Steel: The Initiative
33:15 Focus Groups and Surveys: Gathering Insights
33:56 Roundtables and Real Situations
36:37 Women's Steel Conference: Growth and Impact
37:47 Expanding Membership and Global Interest
39:32 Conference Details and Professional Development
41:16 Anticipating the 2024 Conference
57:06 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
http://www.aist.org/
http://www.clevelandcliffs.com/
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