Project Flat Stacy

Hi! I'm Stacy. I'm traveling to women in STEM around the world and visiting them at their jobs. There are so many careers in STEM, I want to explore them all! Visiting women in STEM gives me the opportunity to visualize myself in these careers, and learn about the inspiring women who broke through the barriers and entered these male dominated fields.

See my journey below!

Meet the women I've traveled with and how I spent my day at their jobs!

Stacy helping me write Selenium Tests! Testing every element on a web page (buttons, links, etc) can be very time consuming. Selenium helps us create automated tests for these features, ensuring that the web page has the intended functionality when interacting with the elements.

Stacy is getting ready to join the daily Standup meeting! Every day my team has a meeting to dicuss what we are doing for the day. We each take turns going over what we are working on and what we may need help with, which allows us to better prioritize goals and stay coordinated as a team.

At Leidos headquarters, every coffee is $1! Stacy is enjoying my $1 frappuccino with me.

At the end of the day, we push our code to GitLab! Git is a system that stores all the code for a project in a repository. Every developer works out of their own "branch", commiting and pushing our changes to our branch. When we're ready, we can merge our branches to create one master branch of code that we put to production! This allows a team of people to work on the same project at the same time.

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Hi! My name is Emily McNeal and I am a Software Tester at Leidos. Leidos is a government and commercial contracting agency that focuses on digital and modernization solutions for its' clients. I work on a government contract that maintains a web app for a government department. As a software tester, I make sure that the developers solutions to the bugs and errors actually work, thoroughly checking every aspect of the page. In addition to front-end testing, I also create automated tests that test smaller aspects of the app, like buttons or links, that are too tedious to manually check by hand. I usually work from home, but I brought Stacy with me to a day at Leidos Global Headquarters in Reston, Virginia!

Hi, My name is Sonja Evans and I work as an Associate Project Engineer with Ameresco, a company that focuses on bringing sustainable infrastructure into our large scale projects! I work in Columbia, Maryland as part of our federal branch, which means that we do contracts with government agencies to improve their energy infrastructure on military bases and in government buildings. I'm currently working on a project at the US Coast Guard Yard (USCGY) in Baltimore, Maryland! I brought Stacy with me to my project's main kickoff meeting. At this meeting, USCGY leadership attended to listen to Ameresco (myself and my project manager coworker) present the project and give an overview of what is happening across the entire campus.

Stacy attended my project’s kick off meeting! It’s a good way to set the stage and inform all important parties about the work being done on the site. The project is very large and encompasses a lot of different components including rooftop solar, a microgrid, transformer replacements, decentralization of the heating system, and building envelope improvements.

Stacy helping me take notes! Important information about site access, working schedules and outage coordination were given to us from the customer in this kick off meeting.

Stacy and my coworker Jordan and I! It can be isolating being a woman working in the engineering field. During my time at the University of Maryland pursuing my engineering degree, I was often times one of only 3 or 4 women in my classes of about 30. Since joining the workforce, that representation has lessened even more. In the office, I am the only woman in engineering! Jordan (who works remote) and I support each other whenever we can, helping with project tasks but also being there for each other emotionally. I’m very grateful to have a coworker that supports me and understands what it’s like to be in a male-dominated field!

After the kick off meeting, Stacy and I went back to my apartment to type up my notes from the other speakers and check in on my email! I had to follow up with some of the items from the meeting and submit a couple of RFIs (requests for information) so that we can get this project started smoothly!!

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Stacy is officially off and on her way to Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama, to help broadcast the Banana Ball Coconuts vs. Clowns game! She's picked up her credential, and we're all set and ready to leave the hotel. We're excited to get to the ballpark, see what the broadcast team has to offer, and bring the energy of this special game to viewers!

Today, we're producing a game at Rickwood Field, the oldest ballpark in America! We're honored to be part of this special broadcast and help bring the game to viewers. Stacy is working with our producer, Emerson, to finalize the script, ensuring our information and stories are ready for the show. Producing requires organization, creativity, and teamwork to bring everything together for a successful broadcast

Here in the broadcast control room, Chris directs camera operators, replay, and graphics to make sure everything comes together smoothly during a live production. Stacy helped him call camera shots, coordinate replays, and communicate with the graphics team. This role requires strong communication, quick decision-making, and teamwork to keep the broadcast running smoothly.

Here in broadcast, Emma operates XPression to build and input data for in-game graphics that appear live on the broadcast. Stacy helped her prepare graphics, enter game information, and make sure everything was accurate before going on air. This job combines technology, attention to detail, and quick thinking to keep viewers informed throughout the game.

Here in broadcast, Jared works as the A1, managing all the audio for the live production. He makes sure commentators, microphones, and other audio sources sound clear for viewers. Stacy helped Jared learn how to manage audio levels, monitor sound, and ensure everything sounds great on air. This role requires technical knowledge, attention to detail, and quick problem-solving to keep the broadcast sounding its best.

Today, Stacy is helping Jess operate the broadcast gimbal, a camera system used for on-field hits and interviews during the live broadcast. Together, they capture engaging shots and bring viewers closer to the action. Working as a camera operator requires teamwork, creativity, and technical skills to capture great footage!

Here in broadcast, James is responsible for managing all the technical aspects of our productions. He makes sure everything gets on the air and stays on the air, from checking equipment to troubleshooting technical issues. Stacy helped him monitor equipment, check technical setups, and learn how we keep a broadcast running smoothly. Every day brings new challenges that require problem-solving, teamwork, and technical skills.

Here in broadcast, Stacy and Adrian put in the work! From wrangling cables and setting up equipment to helping bring productions to life, every day is a hands-on experience. They worked together to keep things running smoothly, solve problems, and make people smile.

Look at Stacy go! She's taking charge of the low third camera all by herself and capturing the action like a pro!

Wow! Stacy even caught a foul ball! In Banana Ball, a fan catching a foul ball counts as an out, making this an exciting moment for everyone in the ballpark!

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Hi, I'm Lauren Zycband, a camera operator for the Banana Ball Broadcast Team (BTV). I graduated from High Point University in May 2026 with a degree in Media Production. I'm from Brick, New Jersey and I'm passionate about live sports broadcasting and capturing the excitement, energy, and unforgettable moments of the game from behind the camera. As a BTV camera operator, I travel across the United States, operating stationary cameras for live field productions. Working under the direction of Broadcast and Videoboard Directors, I focus on framing and executing shots that support broadcast storytelling and enhance the overall viewing experience. I also assist with camera setup, preparation, equipment breakdown, and post-game wrap. This weekend, I traveled to Birmingham, Alabama, with Stacy to help broadcast the Banana Ball Coconuts vs. Clowns game at Rickwood Field. Established in 1910, Rickwood Field is recognized as America's oldest professional baseball park, making this an especially exciting opportunity. Being part of the BTV team allows me to apply my production skills in a fast-paced, live sports environment while continuing to grow my experience and passion for the broadcasting industry.

Hi, my name is Abby Mixon! I received my BS in Electrical Engineering from Florida State University and graduated in 2023. I am currently a project development engineer at BSH! BSH is a home appliance manufacturer, producing Bosch and Siemens products. I work in the Dishcare department in New Bern, NC and I am responsible for various hardware components, various plastic components, and software for the dishwashers. I assist with new product testing and releases, cost reduction projects, test equipment specification, and root cause analysis.

Stacy spent the day with me at work! After a short commute, we arrived at the office and made sure to check out our New Bern Bear titled “Diverse Flag Bearer.” (There are painted bears all over the city)

We had some visitors from our plant in Dillingen, Germany! BSH is based in Munich, Germany and most of our dish products are developed in Dillingen. Our colleagues brought lots of German candy to share. Stacy made sure to try everything and practice her German speaking skills.

Stacy got to visit our dishwasher factory! We have 37 factories worldwide, and Stacy got a tour of the New Bern Dish factory. She got to say hi to Guy Fierri, the star of our 2026 Bosch Super Bowl commercial (check it out!!).

On our way to check out a quality issue on the assembly line, on the way Stacy got to check out all of our different dishwasher models. She's saving up for one of her own ;)

Making our way to the dishwasher engineering and performance labs! Stacy plans to help me run various tests in the lab, gotta make sure she wears her steel toed shoes and her safety goggles.

Stacy sat through some teams meetings with suppliers today. Some meetings are in person, some are on teams. We work with suppliers all over the world so it can be difficult to meet with everyone during the day.

Stacy likes my desk, I try to keep it fun for my colleagues :)

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Stacy had such a fun day visiting Maggie, a Product Manager at Capital One! She got an inside look at what it's like to work in tech, lead a team, and help build tools that make a difference for small business customers.

Stacy started the morning by taking the subway to work! One of the coolest parts of working in tech in New York City is getting to meet and collaborate with talented people from so many different backgrounds, experiences, and ideas.

Maggie's product is a tool that helps small business owners manage employee spending. Stacy learned that Product Managers help decide what a product should do, who it is for, and why it matters to the people using it.
One of the best parts of product management is starting with a customer need or problem and helping turn it into a real solution. They listen to customer feedback, look at data, ask questions, and think through what would make customers' day-to-day lives easier. They are the person who helps connect the big idea to the finished product!

A huge part of product management is collaboration! Maggie works closely with designers, researchers, engineers, leaders, and other product teams. Everyone brings a different perspective - designers think about how the product looks and feels, researchers help the team understand customers, and engineers bring the technology to life.
That can mean a lot of meetings, but they are where some of the best ideas happen. Maggie loves getting people together, hearing different points of view, and working through decisions as a team. Building a great product is never a one-person job!

Stacy also got an inside look at what it is like to be a Product Owner on a tech team. Maggie helps the team decide what to build next, manage priorities, and create a strategy for how they can make the biggest impact for customers.
She leads Agile ceremonies like sprint planning, where the team decides what work to focus on, and daily stand-ups, where everyone shares progress and solves roadblocks. Maggie also uses Jira, a tool that helps organize projects and keep track of each task from idea to launch. Product Managers need to understand the customer, the business, and the technology behind a product so they can help their team make smart decisions and keep moving forward.

After a busy day, Stacy wrapped things up with a kombucha! Working in tech can come with some fun office perks, like free snacks and drinks, but Stacey’s favorite part was getting to solve problems, build something new, and work with a team that brings ideas to life.

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Hi, I'm Maggie! I'm a Product Manager in New York City, where I help build digital tools for small business customers. I earned my bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems and my MBA in Project & Operations Management from Rochester Institute of Technology.
I have always loved the mix of creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration that comes with technology. I also taught myself how to code and built my own app, CrownChat! Through my platform, Creating C.E.O.s, I hope to show girls that they belong in technology, business, and any space where women are underrepresented. There are so many ways to create and make an impact in STEM.