EmpowHER

Dr. Rouvay Roodt‑Wilding joins us for a captivating conversation rooted in the science that feeds the world. As a researcher working at the intersection of genetics, agriculture, and plant science, Rouvay shares how her work unpacks the biological mechanisms that drive crop resilience, adaptation, and long‑term sustainability. She reflects on her academic journey, the evolving challenges facing gl...

Dr. Jocelyn Peltier‑Huntley, P.Eng., founder of Prairie Catalyst Consulting, joins ItsKayToBeKaren for a powerful conversation about reshaping engineering culture from the inside out. With a background in mining engineering, years of industry experience, and a deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, Jocelyn shares how her career evolved from solving technical problems to tackling syst...

Professor Donna Beneteau is a respected educator and mining engineering professional whose work has shaped both the academic and industry landscapes in Saskatchewan. With years of experience in mine design, operations, and safety, she has dedicated her career to teaching, mentoring, and preparing the next generation of engineers for the realities of the mining sector. In our conversation, we explo...

Jeanie Wills is a passionate advocate for leadership through communication, emphasizing the transformative power of women’s voices in shaping meaningful change. In our conversation, she shares insights from her journey navigating spaces where confidence, clarity, and authenticity are essential to being heard. Jeanie reflects on the importance of rhetoric not just as a skill, but as a tool for empo...

Jayme Mitchell is a Data Scientist and works on several impactful projects revolving around Computer Vision. Through our conversation, she has shared some of the early challenges that she has faced in her early life. Despite this, she is very grateful for her career pathway and the growth that she has so far. She credits her coworkers, family, and friends for being a supportive pillar to her devel...