A Conversation on Leadership, Belonging, and the Future of the Profession

The latest episode of the GBA Podcast introduces listeners to GBA’s Geoprofessional Women’s Group (GWG) through a candid panel conversation about leadership, connection, and career growth in the geoprofessions.

In this special episode, listeners hear from GBA Secretary-Treasurer Carrie (Foulk) Rodriguez, P.E., G.E., of BSK Associates; Elizabeth Brown, P.E. of JLT Consultants; Catherine Ellis, P.E., G.E., of Shannon & Wilson; Dori Ross, P.E. of Sanborn, Head, & Associates Inc.; Nikki Scalia of GBA; and Sydney Shockley, G.I.T., of Atlas Technical Consultants. Together, they represent a wide range of career stages and professional paths as they discuss why the group was formed and how it can support geoprofessionals through mentorship, shared learning, and honest conversation.

The GWG is not just about community for community’s sake. It is about strengthening firms and the profession as a whole.

“Part of being a good business is having a diverse workforce and a workforce that feels supported and empowered,” said Rodriguez.

The panel also speaks openly about career pivots, visibility, and the importance of having a trusted network.

For GBA members and other listeners alike, this episode offers an encouraging look at how connection and shared experience can strengthen individuals, firms, and the geoprofessions as an industry.

Listen to the episode: GBA Podcast – GWG Panel Discussion
Learn more about the group: Geoprofessional Women’s Group