Today feels like a full circle moment. On International Women’s Day, I had the realization that I’ve now seen my final U.S. state. Every state. Every corner of this country has held a piece of my journey. Over the past 20+ years in the pump industry, work has taken me to places I never imagined I would go. From job sites and facilities to conferences and conversations with incredible people, each stop has been an opportunity to learn, grow, and serve an industry that quite literally keeps the...

The Safety Rack, a nonprofit organization dedicated to closing the personal protective equipment (PPE) equity gap for women in industry, has released a new educational resource titled “Navigating the PPE Equity Conversation.” The guide is now available for download at www.thesafetyrack.org . Across many industries, including construction, utilities, manufacturing, and emergency services, workers continue to face challenges accessing properly fitting PPE. Ill-fitting equipment can compromise...

When we give, we gain. Together, let's help forge gender equality through abundant giving. The IWD 2026 Give To Gain Campaign encourages a mindset of generosity and collaboration. Give To Gain emphasizes the power of reciprocity and support. When people, organizations, and communities give generously, opportunities and support for women increase. Giving is not a subtraction, it's intentional multiplication. When women thrive, we all rise. Whether through donations, knowledge, resources,...