WIA: Mentorship
Connecting Women.
Inspiring Careers.
The AHTD Women in Automation Steering Committee invites you to join the WIA Mentorship Initiative, designed by members, for members, to foster connection, growth, and empowerment among women across the industrial automation industry. Rooted in community and collaboration, this initiative was created to support women at every stage of the career journey, helping us grow, lead, and thrive in the automation industry. Through intentional mentorship, participants can gain valuable insights, expand professional networks, and strengthen confidence while navigating a career journey. Pairing emerging professionals with experienced leaders creates meaningful opportunities for guidance, skill-building, and shared learning.
What Mentees Can Gain
- A supportive professional connection that encourages learning, confidence, and continuous improvement
- Improved organization and accountability with structured meetings and documented progress
- Enhanced communication skills by engaging openly and proactively throughout the mentoring relationship
- Practical experience turning insights into action and evaluating results
- Stronger self‑awareness through intentional reflection and honest feedback
- Greater confidence in setting, pursuing, and adjusting personal and professional goals
- Clarity on career direction through consistent review and refinement of goals
What Mentors Can Gain
- Broader professional connections through relationship‑building and networking
- A deeper understanding of emerging perspectives within the automation industry
- Strengthened communication abilities by facilitating open, meaningful dialogue
- Refined goal‑setting and strategic thinking as you help shape your mentee’s development plan
- Enhanced leadership and coaching experience through guiding a developing professional
- An opportunity to reflect on your own career journey and the lessons you’ve learned
- Personal fulfillment from supporting another woman’s growth and confidence
- A renewed sense of purpose and impact by contributing to the advancement of women in automation
If you are interested in participating, please fill out the interest form here to be matched with a mentee/mentor.
Helpful Tools
If you have questions, please contact AHTD WIA Steering Committee Members, Michelle Werner (michelle.werner@festo.com) or Jessica Ricker (jessica.ricker@puls-us.com).
