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Join the Women in Seed Production Network as we talk all things mental health with our special guest Carrin Carlson. Carrin has a diverse background in plant breeding and genetics, leading manufacturing operations, mentoring many different folks in all stages of life, all while supporting different BRGs and advocating for inclusion and diversity. In this episode, Carrin shares her journey with mental health, why it is so important to her, and tools she has learned and implemented in both her personal and professional life to create more balance, more mind/body experiences, and ensure she is managing her energy in the right places. Join us on this journey to mental health wellness!  

Join the Women in Seed Production Network as we talk with Lisa Gaines, Strategic Finance Business Partner. In this role Lisa is responsible for enabling new business models through the creation and analysis of business cases, monitoring of business and financial risks, and implementation of financial processes. Today she is shedding some light on the seed industry, giving us a financial perspective of the business. We talk about everything from the basics of business acumen to cyclicality, to business trends, to her learning mindset.  

Join the Women in Seed Production Network as we connect with Karen Williams, Transformation DSO Coach. Karen has over 16 years of experience in the industry across Crop Protection, Vegetable Seed, and Row Crop Production. She has a strong passion for creating opportunities for underrepresented talent as she often finds herself being in the minority in the room. She served on the Boys and Girls Club board and is the leader of the FOSSI program (Future of STEM Scholars Initiative)! Karen also prioritizes and constantly is working at work life balance and enjoys traveling, style, and skincare. Listen in as we get to hear Karen’s perspective on the importance of diversity and importance of work life balance.

Join the Women in Seed Production Network as we interview special guest, Silvia Malaman, Silvia serves as a member of the Crop Science Product Supply Leadership Team. Based out of US, Silvia is responsible for facilitating the Strategy process from conception to deployment, engaging the organization towards the Product Supply Vision.  In this episode we explore Silvia’s journey to the US, staying focused on her career, but most importantly how she navigates the tough conversations and decisions with her family at the fore front. Silvia reminds us she is human too. In fact, outside of her day job her favorite thing in life is being a wife and mother. In addition, she is a large advocate for bringing teams together, diversity and inclusion begins within. There is so much space to learn from each other, we need to use it. Come along with this on this unique episode!

Join the Women in Seed Production Network as we interview one of the creative minds behind this podcast! Our guest, Chelsea Hagan, is currently a North America Management Systems Manager within a Seed Production space but has a non-agricultural education. This chat is anchored in risk-taking, confidence, and growing a support system that allows you to reach your goals despite not having the obvious training or education. Chelsea gives us a different lens to use in terms of goal setting, one that will leverage your strengths. And as we dive deeper into conversation, Chelsea reminds us all that no matter the path we choose to take, we should leverage our support systems. We also get a first-hand look at how Chelsea has navigated conversations with her support system and has built confidence to take those leaps. Rounding out our chat, Chelsea reminds us anchor back into our good habits, remember to take care of yourself, and also be the support those around you need too. 

Join the Women in Seed Production Network as we interview Jarrett Kessel, an Operational Excellence Specialist. Jarrett’s current role is heavily focused on facilitator development, teamwork, and cultural transformation; however, his unique background has led him to a wide range of experiences, making him the perfect person to discuss change. Throughout this episode, you will hear about how Jarrett has personally weathered change and the storm that can come along with it. To the table, he brings ideas for us to explore: mission, vision, brand. He gives us advice on navigating the various relationships you may encounter, reminding you to learn about those who are different than yourself and giving advice on how to foster those relationships. Also unique to this episode is the relationship Jarrett shares with one of our hosts, Cassidy. We get a front row seat to the pair exploring how their attempts at building a relationship with someone who has a different lens than yourself. Please listen in as Jarrett grounds us back to the reality that we are all people weathering the storms of change.