Concrete HERitage: A Journey of Innovation and Inspiration with Lisbeth Christiansen
Did you know that only 26% of the workforce in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) are women? STEMwomen.com and their latest labour market data show that the sector is rapidly expanding. However, at this rate, gender equality won't be achieved until the year 2070.
In the realm of STEM, women are forging paths of innovation and driving change in historically male-dominated fields. To delve deeper into this narrative, we had the privilege of conversing with a distinguished professional whose journey exemplifies resilience, passion, and commitment to advancing STEM.
Meet Lisbeth Christiansen , a professional breaking barriers who is passionate about development and innovation in the concrete industry.
Personal Journey
While many might perceive a career in STEM as daunting and reserved for the brave-hearted, Lisbeth defied this notion.
She acknowledges that she can not recall specific hurdles due to her gender. "I've always felt accepted, and I never had any problems at all", she affirms, underscoring an environment of inclusivity and respect, which has always been a priority at our company.
She noted she has always enjoyed developing new things and optimising existing ones, which led her to development roles within and outside Master Builders Solutions.
Lisbeth has found inspiration, guidance, and support from her former manager and mentor, Ingrid Ahrenkilde, and colleagues like Roberta Magarotto , Ida Ros , and Nicoletta Zeminian, MBA , seeing them as role models who embody ambition and excellence and as the famous African proverb says, "If you want to go fast, go alone if you want to go far, go together."
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Career Highlights
In addition to her ventures in STEM, Lisbeth discovers a sense of fulfilment in concrete, drawn to its diverse possibilities and the collaboration it fosters among her team.
Highlighting sustainability as a core priority for her team and their clientele, Lisbeth emphasises the importance of ensuring concrete's longevity in the future.
"I hope and believe that concrete still will exist in the future. But it will require a lot of effort from many sides to make the concrete more sustainable – to reduce the CO? footprint. We are working on this topic every day and with success… Again, an exciting job!"
Reflecting on her career highlights, it is hard to mention only a few, but Lisbeth fondly reminisces about significant projects such as:
Just as these accomplishments are single grains in the complex concrete mixture of Lisbeth's career, we are excited to witness the solid foundation she continues to build upon, and we are sure, there will be many new projects, in the future.
Future of Women in STEM
As we conclude, Lisbeth's journey is a testament to the power of diversity and inclusion in driving innovation. By embracing the unique perspectives of both men and women, she has demonstrated how collaboration yields remarkable results. Looking forward, Lisbeth envisions a bright future for women in STEM, propelled by initiatives that enhance visibility and ignite passion for the field.
Her story is one of resilience, passion, and commitment to excellence. Lisbeth's journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring women in STEM, illuminating pathways towards a future defined by inclusivity, innovation, and sustainability.
Contrary to the experiences of many women who have faced challenges breaking into the industry, Lisbeth's narrative stands out, illustrating how, within a supportive environment like Master Builders Solutions, success is attainable for all. Let her story serve as a beacon of hope and encouragement as we continue to close the gender gap and break barriers while shaping the future.
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