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Women in Supply Chain: Challenges and Self Advocacy | The Automation Journey

In this episode, host Rebecca Call (Head of Process Software Consulting & Systems Integration) sits down with Alessandra Caminati (Head of Solutions Design) and Meagan Gauthier (Business Development Manager) for a candid conversation about women in supply chain—earning respect, challenging stereotypes, finding allies, and building the confidence to self-advocate. From early career stories and on-site leadership moments to practical advice on negotiation, mentorship, and representation, this discussion is packed with honest insights and actionable takeaways for anyone growing their career in supply chain! Chapters 00:24 – Welcome & intros: what this conversation is about 01:10 – Alessandra’s journey: engineering → leadership, mentoring the next generation 02:32 – Meagan’s path: engineering → sales, leadership & empowerment 03:56 – Rebecca’s background: growing up around automation, software & operations 05:12 – Proud moments: mentoring teams to simplifying complex automation 06:11 – Challenges women face: assumptions in meetings & being “the note-taker” 07:17 – Finding your voice: from overlooked to assertive (without apology) 08:40 – Passion vs. “too emotional”: reframing confidence and delivery 09:42 – Early-career pushback: handling disrespect and setting boundaries 11:11 – “Good-old-boys” rooms: working harder to earn a seat at the table 12:00 – Preparation as a strategy for credibility 12:37 – Stereotypes in technical roles: proving expertise on site 13:37 – Staying calm under pressure & leading cross-functional fixes 15:37 – “Math isn’t for women?”—debunking outdated assumptions 17:02 – Extra headwinds as women of color 19:09 – Representation matters: visibility at conferences and in leadership 21:04 – Industry moments that show the gap (and progress) 22:16 – Inspiring the next generation: outreach and role models 22:41 – Self-advocacy: how to be heard and acknowledged 23:14 – Building confidence: authenticity, affirmations & growth 26:19 – Practical tips: track wins, ask for more, negotiate higher 28:36 – Apply before you’re 100% “ready” 29:07 – Encouragement and allies that open doors 30:26 – Why we love this industry: the beauty of systems that just work 31:28 – Channeling passion productively 31:39 – Mentors & allies (including men) who make rooms better 33:13 – Stopping the meeting to include missing perspectives 34:24 – Better decisions come from diverse voices 34:39 – The transition: more women in the field (and why it matters) 35:05 – Paying it forward: supporting each other 35:21 – Closing thoughts & thanks 35:22 – How to connect and keep the conversation going