I believe the next generation of engineers will be more thoughtful in choosing where they work, because they’ll look for a shared purpose with their employer. I’ve spoken to enough emerging engineers to understand that social justice, community involvement, and innovation will keep them engaged.

Our Lift Every Voice video series, where we’re recognizing cultural celebrations and observances. This project has allowed me to tap into my creativity and collaborate with some very talented colleagues. Through these submissions, I feel like I’m getting to know our employees and what DE&I means to them.

Arranging flowers. I enjoy playing with the different colors, textures, and shapes. Floral arrangements can be whimsical, elegant, complicated, joyful, and light up any space they occupy.

The sense of community, along with the authenticity and empathy of my colleagues. Many of them checked in on me after George Floyd’s murder. They didn’t try to relate because they couldn’t, but they did, without judgment, allow me to express my pain and anger as a Black woman in this country.

Growing up as an only child, my cousins became my surrogate siblings. Every Thanksgiving Eve, we get together and have our own Thanksgiving. And we don’t have to set the table under the watchful eye of one of my aunties saying, “Girl, you know that glass doesn’t go there. We raised you better than that.”

Take time to reflect on your accomplishments, the impact you’ve made on peoples’ lives, and the obstacles you’ve overcome. You are your worst critic – be good to yourself.

Meditation. Being mindful and practicing gratitude helps me put things into perspective.

Michelle Obama because she embodies Black Girl Magic and Nicole Kidman so I could raid her closet!