{"680733":{"#nid":"680733","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Recognizing our Distinguished Industrial Engineering Alumnae","body":[{"value":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EThe H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE), in collaboration with the Center of Academic Success and Engagement (CASE), will be hosting a series of events recognizing alumni and their contributions to industrial engineering. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003ETo kick off the events, it will begin with a breakfast and panel discussion, where alumni will share their experiences and career paths within the industry. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EAlong with that, there will be two seminars, one featuring PwC: \u003Cem\u003EIEs in Consulting\u003C\/em\u003E, and one alumna seminar with Fay Cobb Payton, PhD: \u003Cem\u003EMy Crazy IE Career Rollercoaster: Pivoting is What We Do?\u003C\/em\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/eforms.isye.gatech.edu\/form\/case-rsvp\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBreakfast + Panel Discussion\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003C\/strong\u003E| Friday, Feb 28 at 9AM \u2013 11AM \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/eforms.isye.gatech.edu\/form\/case-wsie-seminar1\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIndustry Seminar with PwC\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E | Tuesday, March 11 at 11AM\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/eforms.isye.gatech.edu\/form\/case-wsie-seminar2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlumna Seminar with Fay Cobb Payton\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E | Tuesday, March 25 at 11AM\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EThe following speakers and moderator will be highlighted at the panel discussion:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Col\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAparajita Satapathy (IE \u201819), Senior Program Analyst, Lockheed Martin\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EAparajita Satapathy, a Georgia Tech Industrial and Systems Engineering graduate, has carved a remarkable path at Lockheed Martin. As a participant in the Operations Leadership Development Program, she excelled in various roles, including procurement analyst, applications engineer, and inspection supervisor.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EHer journey includes completing an MBA from Johns Hopkins University. Aparajita\u0027s leadership and innovative approach in her current role as a project manager exemplify her commitment to excellence. Notably, she was honored with the Mentor of the Year award during her senior year at Georgia Tech, highlighting her dedication to mentorship.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Col start=\u00222\u0022\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDanielle Donehew (IE \u002701), Executive Director of the Women\u2019s Basketball Coaches Association\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EDanielle M. Donehew, a Georgia Tech alumna, has dedicated her career to the advancement of women\u0027s basketball. As the executive director of the Women\u0027s Basketball Coaches Association, Danielle\u0027s leadership has been instrumental in driving the association\u0027s programs and initiatives.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EHer extensive experience includes roles with the NCAA, USA Basketball, and the WNBA. A former Georgia Tech women\u0027s basketball player, Danielle was named an ACC Legend in 2013 and will be inducted into the Women\u0027s Basketball Hall of Fame in June 2025, in recognition of her significant contributions to the sport.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Col start=\u00223\u0022\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDima Nazzal (IE \u002706), Principal Academic Professional, Georgia Institute of Technology\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EAs a Principal Academic Professional at the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE), she has significantly impacted education and research at Georgia Tech. Dr. Nazzal\u0027s leadership extends to her role as Chair of the Georgia Tech Faculty Executive Board.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EDima\u0027s research focuses on discrete event logistics systems, healthcare delivery, and higher childhood vaccination rates. Her commitment to teaching has earned her numerous awards, including the Education Innovation Award from the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers in 2022. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Col start=\u00224\u0022\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEleana Padilla Acosta (IE \u002719, MS SCE \u002720), Product Manager, Oracle\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EEleana Padilla Acosta, a dynamic product manager at Oracle, has demonstrated exceptional skill in supporting cloud-based ERP software. Her knowledge of utilizing AI for digital invoices has had a true impact.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EEleana\u0027s academic journey at Georgia Tech, where she earned both her bachelor\u0027s and master\u0027s degrees, was marked by successful projects with Cisco Systems and Louis Vuitton. Her mindset and dedication to excellence continue to drive her success in the technology industry.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Col start=\u00225\u0022\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMelody Muliak,(IE \u201889, MS HS \u201891) COO, Revenue Cycle Coding\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EMelody W. Mulaik is a nationally recognized expert in coding and compliance. As the COO of Revenue Cycle Coding Strategies LLC, her leadership has been pivotal in serving healthcare systems and physician practices.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003EMelody\u0027s background is showcased through her frequent speaking engagements and publications. She holds multiple certifications, including Certified Radiology Administrator and Certified Professional Coder. Melody\u0027s contributions to the industry have earned her the prestigious AHRA Gold Award and Fellow status with the AHRA. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Col start=\u00226\u0022\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENiv Persaud CFP\u00ae\u0026nbsp;(IE \u201890), Founder of Transition Planning and Guidance, LLC\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003ENiv Persaud, is the Founder of Transition Planning \u0026amp; Guidance, LLC (TransitionPG\u00ae). She helps clients navigate life changes by incorporating all aspects of life into financial discussions. Niv developed the 5 P\u2019s of Life\u2014Personal Relationships, Personal Finance, Profession, Peace of Mind, and Physical Health\u2014to help clients define and achieve their ideal future. She has earned multiple financial designations, including CFP\u00ae, CRPC\u2122, CDFA\u00ae, and RICP\u00ae.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Col start=\u00227\u0022\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESheereen Brown (IE \u002713, MS HS \u002714), CEO \u0026amp; Co-Founder of Between and a Senior Analyst at the Task Force for Global Health\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003ESheereen Brown is a collaborative leader dedicated to innovation, health equity, and community impact. As the CEO \u0026amp; Co-Founder of Between and a Senior Analyst at the Task Force for Global Health, she leverages her expertise in systems engineering and public health to drive meaningful change.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003ESheereen has been recognized for her excellence and leadership with prestigious awards, including being in the inaugural class of GT 40 Under 40 and serving on the College of Engineering Advisory Board.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp lang=\u0022EN-US\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;For more information and to RSVP, please click the link below. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/eforms.isye.gatech.edu\/form\/case-rsvp\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/eforms.isye.gatech.edu\/form\/case-rsvp\u003C\/a\u003E \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E","summary":"","format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe H. 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