{"674404":{"#nid":"674404","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Meet the TI:GRESSES: Celebrating the Women of the TI:GER Program","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.scheller.gatech.edu\/centers-and-initiatives\/tiger\/index.html\u0022\u003ETI:GER\u003C\/a\u003E (Technology Innovation: Generating Economic Results) program at the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business roars with innovation and empowers the next generation of leaders in STEM. The transdisciplinary program allows Full-time and Evening MBA students at Scheller and Ph.D. students across Tech to gain hands-on experience in strategy, innovation, and entrepreneurship.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn honor of Women\u2019s History Month, we\u2019re spotlighting some of the remarkable women \u2014 or TI:GRESSES \u2014 of the program. Learn about their experiences and future goals in technology innovation. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/rime-el-asmar\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERime El Asmar\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EPh.D. \u201825\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EAtmospheric Sciences, College of Sciences\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat sparked your interest in technology innovation?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs a bridge between academia and consulting, I am actively seeking an opportunity to broaden my business acumen and prepare for a career where I can translate my technical expertise into impactful solutions. I enrolled in the TI:GER program for this reason. This rigorous program is designed for STEM-focused individuals like me and equips Ph.D. students with the necessary skills and knowledge in strategy, innovation, and leadership.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWere there any influential women in your academic journey who inspired or mentored you?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDr. Najat Saliba has been a significant influence in my academic journey. As an environmental activist, chemistry professor, and independent parliament member in Lebanon, her work and dedication to finding solutions for issues affecting the environment and society have inspired me.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat are your future career goals, especially in the context of technology and innovation?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn the context of technology and innovation, my future career goals revolve around leveraging my expertise in atmospheric science to become an environmental consultant. I aim to apply innovative solutions and technologies to address environmental challenges, particularly focusing on air quality, climate change, and related human health issues.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you could share one piece of advice with aspiring women pursuing their careers in technology or business, what would it be?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf I could share one piece of advice with aspiring women pursuing careers in technology or business, it would be to believe in your capabilities. Your unique experiences and insights can significantly contribute to success in any field you choose.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.scheller.gatech.edu\/news\/tiger\/meet-the-tigresses-celebrating-the-women-of-the-tiger-program.html\u0022\u003ERead more in the Scheller newsroom. \u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":"","format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIn honor of Women\u2019s History Month, the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business celebrates some of the women in TI:GER as they share their backgrounds and experiences in the transformative program.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"In honor of Women\u2019s History Month, the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business celebrates some of the women in TI:GER as they share their backgrounds and experiences in the transformative program. 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