INWED 2025 webinar announcement: making space for every voice

The webinar ‘#TogetherWeEngineer: making space for every voice’, will spotlight the subtle ways that everyday communication can reinforce inequality – and share constructive ways to challenge bias, foster allyship, and lead more inclusively.

The conversation will focus on how the same traits and behaviours are often perceived differently depending on gender – for example, does ‘assertive’ look different to ‘bossy’ depending on who speaks? The panel, of whom have had both positive and negative experiences, will examine what language bias looks like in real terms and provide attendees with actionable takeaways for encouraging fairer, more inclusive conversations. Attendees will also have the opportunity to submit questions to the panel ahead of the webinar.

During the webinar, we will take a look at:

• Is language really universal?
• What does ‘assertive’ look like?
• How does perception shift across gender?
• How can we call out bias constructively and support inclusive communication?

Attendees will leave with:

• Greater awareness of unconscious language bias
• Real-world insights from experienced tech professionals
• Strategies for inclusive leadership and communication
• A sense of allyship and shared responsibility

Meet the hosts

Paige West, Managing Editor, Electronic Specifier

West joined Electronic Specifier in February 2022 and has a keen interest in the latest technology developments and promoting engineering as a viable career option for the younger generation.

Sheryl Miles, Associate Editor, Electronic Specifier

Miles joined Electronic Specifier in June 2022. A long-time advocate for women, she was drawn to the publication after learning about the underrepresentation of women in engineering and wanted to help drive change. Sheryl runs Electronic Specifier’s Women in Tech page, writes a regular Women in Tech column for the magazine, and hosts the Women in Tech podcast takeover. She also runs Electronic Specifier's Women in Tech LinkedIn group.

Meet the panellists

Michelle McDaid, Founder, The Leading Place

Michelle brings a wealth of experience from leadership roles in Fintech and HR tech, as well as a Senior Director of Engineering role at Workhuman. Through her business, The Leading Place, she supports organisations in building inclusive, high-performing environments. Michelle is an advocate for gender equity, a mentor on STEM inclusion programmes, and a speaker on diversity and leadership across multiple platforms.

Mateja Lampe Rupnik, CEO, Red Pitaya

Lampe Rupnik leads Red Pitaya as CEO while also serving as CFO at Instrumentation Technologies. With a background in supply chain and finance across engineering and automotive sectors, she brings international leadership experience and a strategic view of growth and inclusion in tech businesses.

Sarah Mlundira, Head of Technical, Sentric Safety Group

Sarah Mlundira is the Global Head of Technical at Sentric Safety Group, a global company that offers interlocking safety products and services for various industries and applications. In her role, Sarah oversees new product development, ensuring that innovative and cutting-edge products are brought to market. She is also responsible for engineering excellence, driving the highest standards in engineering practices and methodologies. Additionally, Sarah manages compliance, ensuring that all products and processes meet regulatory and industry standards. Quality is another key area under Sarah's leadership, where the focus is on maintaining and improving product quality to meet customer expectations. Lastly, Sarah champions sustainability, integrating eco-friendly practices and initiatives into the company's operations to promote environmental responsibility.

Beatriz Soriano, Sales Director, Texas Instruments

With over 15 years of international experience in the semiconductor industry, Beatriz is a passionate and driven sales leader with a strong expertise in analog and embedded products. She is currently the Sales Area Director for West, South, and Eastern Europe at Texas Instruments, a global leader in semiconductors. In her current role, she leads a diverse and talented team of sales and applications engineers, covering multiple markets and regions. She is a life long learner and committed to help others grow.

Agenda

• Welcome and introductions
• Panellist spotlights
• Host-led Q&A: exploring workplace language and gender bias
• Live attendee Q&A
• Closing remarks

Attendees can submit questions to the panel in advance when registering.

• Date: 23^rd June 2025
• Time: 2pm BST
• Duration: 1 hour
• Location: Online, register via this link: https://www.bigmarker.com/electronic-specifier/togetherweengineer-making-space-for-every-voice-e687658a430d54316fabca1f)

Register now to be part of the conversation.