Hear Her Story

At the Women in Manufacturing® Association, we work year-round to support, promote, and inspire women who have chosen a career in manufacturing. Time and time again, our members prove that every woman has a unique story to tell and that by sharing our stories, we can inspire and empower one another. On each episode of Hear Her Story, we'll sit down with incredible women from different roles and niche industries within manufacturing. Join us to learn from their unique expertise and to hear about the experiences that have shaped their careers. Hear what drives the women who make the WiM Community vibrant and strong and leave inspired by their journey and their advice for other women in manufacturing. The Hear Her Story Podcast is produced by the Women in Manufacturing® Association. WiM is the only national trade association dedicated promoting, supporting, and inspiring women who have chosen a career in the manufacturing industry. We work year-round to empower women at all levels of their career - from production to the C-Suite. Membership is available to women and men working within the manufacturing sector.

Hear Her Story is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 59 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Hear Her Story, a business show with 59 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  Episode 56 | Dr. Maja Durant

  Aug 7, 202626 minS5

  We're excited to welcome Dr. Maja Durant, Vice President of Human Resources – Americas at Greif and Board Director of the Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation, to the Hear Her Story podcast. With more than 25 years of experience in human resources leadership across organizations including Target, McLane and Greif, Dr. Durant brings valuable insights on leadership, talent development, workplace culture, and the future of work. Download the full episode to learn more about Dr. Durant's journey, how her doctoral research has shaped her leadership approach, and her work supporting women in manufacturing through the WIM Education Foundation. Explore all Hear Her Story podcast episodes here .

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  Episode 54 | Mandy Trainer

  May 15, 202627 minS5

  We're excited to welcome today's guest, Mandy Trainer, Vice President, BDS Fabrication at The Boeing Company. Mandy's story is one rooted in purpose, resilience, and servant leadership, and today, she's sharing how those early experiences continue to shape how she leads at the highest levels. Today, we'll hear more about Mandy's leadership and her journey in manufacturing.

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  Episode #5

  Episode 54 | Mandy Trainer

  May 15, 202627 minS5

  We're excited to welcome today's guest, Mandy Trainer, Vice President, BDS Fabrication at The Boeing Company. Mandy's story is one rooted in purpose, resilience, and servant leadership, and today, she's sharing how those early experiences continue to shape how she leads at the highest levels. Today, we'll hear more about Mandy's leadership and her journey in manufacturing.

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  Episode 53 | Jane Thomas

  Apr 9, 202630 minS5

  We're excited to welcome today's guest, Jane Thomas, President of Teijin Holdings and the Teijin Group Chief Representative in the Americas. With a career that spans law, private‑equity–backed manufacturing leadership and executive roles in global health services, Jane brings a unique perspective to the industries she serves. In addition to her corporate leadership, she also serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for WIM.

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  Episode 52 | Karen Horting

  Mar 5, 202633 minS5

  We are excited welcome our guest, Karen Horting, CEO of the Society of Women Engineers, where she leads a global community of more than 50,000 women and allies in engineering. With over 25 years of experience advancing STEM talent, international outreach and professional development, Karen is a recognized leader—honored on Forbes' 50 Over 50 list for Innovation and known worldwide for her advocacy for women in engineering. Today, we'll hear more about Karen's leadership and her journey in manufacturing.

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