Abstract – Transform hesitation into momentum in 60 minutes — this high‑impact session helps you clarify your leadership purpose, measure progress against your own standards, and embrace strategic risk‑taking so you leave with a focused, personalized plan and the confidence to step into greater responsibility. Drawing from the speaker’s core lessons, expect insightful stories, practical prompts, and a clear next step to accelerate your leadership readiness – you’ll gain simple, repeatable habits to accelerate growth and celebrate each milestone. Walk away energized, with a roadmap to build skills, gather courage, and make bold moves in your career. This event is open to all and is hosted by IEEE PELS Women in Engineering (WIE), IAS WIE, and PSMA WIE.
Bio – Seema Bakshi is a Principal Engineer at USAA, bringing over two decades of extensive experience to her role. She holds a unique position as one of only three Principal Engineers across the entire organization and is the sole Principal Engineer within USAA’s Property & Casualty division. Seema’s career began in software development in India before she relocated to the United States. Throughout her tenure, she has successfully led significant architectural and transformation initiatives, nurtured high-performing teams, and consistently driven measurable business results.
Seema has graced stages at prominent events such as the Grace Hopper Celebration and Guidewire Connections. She delivered a Women’s History Month keynote for Confluent and regularly facilitates Employee Inclusion Groups and technical/leadership sessions at USAA. A first-generation immigrant and a dedicated working mother of two, Seema embodies resilience and empathy. Her lifelong passion for teamwork, honed by captaining state and college soccer teams in India, complements her professional achievements. Furthermore, Seema is a certified IamRemarkable facilitator, frequently conducting workshops to empower professionals in celebrating their accomplishments.
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