15 HII Employees Honored at Women of Color STEM Awards for Exceptional Contributions
HII announced that 15 of its employees across three divisions have been recognized at the 2024 annual Women of Color STEM Conference. The awards highlight their contributions to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. Recipients were honored in four categories: Special Achievement, Technology Rising Star, Top Women in Finance, and Technology All Star.
Notable awardees include Dr. Sondia Christian from Ingalls Shipbuilding (Special Achievement Award), Janice Hunter from Newport News Shipbuilding (Technology All Star Award), and Pamela Pierce from Newport News Shipbuilding (Top Women in Finance). Additionally, 12 HII employees were recognized as Technology Rising Stars.
HII's CEO, Chris Kastner, expressed pride in the employees' achievements, emphasizing their commitment to excellence in STEM and fostering diversity and innovation. The recognition underscores HII's dedication to developing and recognizing top talent in STEM fields and promoting an inclusive work environment.
HII ha annunciato che 15 dei suoi dipendenti, provenienti da tre divisioni, sono stati riconosciuti al 2024 annual Women of Color STEM Conference. I premi evidenziano i loro contributi nei campi delle scienze, della tecnologia, dell'ingegneria e della matematica (STEM). I premiati sono stati onorati in quattro categorie: Riconoscimento Speciale, Stella Tecnologica Emergente, Donne di Spicco nella Finanza e Stella della Tecnologia.
I premiati notabili includono Dr. Sondia Christian di Ingalls Shipbuilding (Premio per il Riconoscimento Speciale), Janice Hunter di Newport News Shipbuilding (Premio Stella della Tecnologia) e Pamela Pierce di Newport News Shipbuilding (Donne di Spicco nella Finanza). Inoltre, 12 dipendenti di HII sono stati riconosciuti come Stelle Tecnologiche Emergenti.
Il CEO di HII, Chris Kastner, ha espresso orgoglio per i risultati dei dipendenti, sottolineando il loro impegno verso l'eccellenza nelle STEM e la promozione della diversità e dell'innovazione. Il riconoscimento evidenzia la dedizione di HII nello sviluppare e riconoscere i migliori talenti nel campo delle STEM e nel promuovere un ambiente di lavoro inclusivo.
HII anunció que 15 de sus empleados de tres divisiones han sido reconocidos en la 2024 annual Women of Color STEM Conference. Los premios destacan sus contribuciones a los campos de ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas (STEM). Los galardonados fueron honrados en cuatro categorías: Logro Especial, Estrella Emergente en Tecnología, Mujeres Destacadas en Finanzas y Estrella Tecnológica.
Entre los premiados notables se encuentran Dr. Sondia Christian de Ingalls Shipbuilding (Premio de Logro Especial), Janice Hunter de Newport News Shipbuilding (Premio Estrella Tecnológica), y Pamela Pierce de Newport News Shipbuilding (Mujeres Destacadas en Finanzas). Además, 12 empleados de HII fueron reconocidos como Estrellas Emergentes en Tecnología.
El CEO de HII, Chris Kastner, expresó su orgullo por los logros de los empleados, enfatizando su compromiso con la excelencia en STEM y la promoción de la diversidad y la innovación. El reconocimiento subraya la dedicación de HII en desarrollar y reconocer el mejor talento en los campos STEM y fomentar un ambiente laboral inclusivo.
HII는 세 개 부서의 15명의 직원이 2024 연례 유색인종 여성 STEM 컨퍼런스에서 인정받았다고 발표했습니다. 이 상은 과학, 기술, 공학 및 수학 (STEM) 분야에서 그들의 기여를 강조합니다. 수상자는 특별 공로상, 기술 신예, 금융 분야 여성 우수상 및 기술 스타상 네 가지 카테고리에서 honors되었습니다.
주요 수상자로는 Dr. Sondia Christian (특별 공로상), Janice Hunter (기술 스타상) 및 Pamela Pierce (금융 분야 여성 우수상)가 있습니다. 또한, HII의 12명의 직원이 기술 신예로 인정받았습니다.
HII의 CEO인 Chris Kastner는 직원들의 성과에 자부심을 표명하며 STEM 분야에서의 우수성에 대한 그들의 헌신과 다양성 및 혁신을 증진시키는 점을 강조했습니다. 이 인정은 STEM 분야의 최고의 인재를 발굴하고 인정하겠다는 HII의 헌신과 포용적인 근무 환경을 조성하겠다는 의지를 강조합니다.
HII a annoncé que 15 de ses employés, issus de trois divisions, ont été reconnus lors de la 2024 annual Women of Color STEM Conference. Les prix mettent en avant leurs contributions dans les domaines des sciences, de la technologie, de l'ingénierie et des mathématiques (STEM). Les lauréats ont été honorés dans quatre catégories : Réalisation Spéciale, Étoile Montante en Technologie, Femmes d'Exception en Finance et Étoile de la Technologie.
Les lauréats notables incluent Dr. Sondia Christian d'Ingalls Shipbuilding (Prix de Réalisation Spéciale), Janice Hunter de Newport News Shipbuilding (Prix Étoile de la Technologie) et Pamela Pierce de Newport News Shipbuilding (Femmes d'Exception en Finance). De plus, 12 employés de HII ont été reconnus comme Étoiles Montantes en Technologie.
Le PDG de HII, Chris Kastner, a exprimé sa fierté pour les réalisations des employés, soulignant leur engagement envers l'excellence dans les STEM et la promotion de la diversité et de l'innovation. Cette reconnaissance souligne l'engagement de HII à développer et à reconnaître les meilleurs talents dans les domaines STEM et à promouvoir un environnement de travail inclusif.
HII hat bekannt gegeben, dass 15 seiner Mitarbeiter aus drei Abteilungen auf der 2024 annual Women of Color STEM Conference anerkannt wurden. Die Auszeichnungen heben ihre Beiträge in den Bereichen Wissenschaft, Technologie, Ingenieurwesen und Mathematik (STEM) hervor. Die Preisträger wurden in vier Kategorien geehrt: Sonderauszeichnung, Aufstrebender Stern in der Technologie, Top-Frauen in der Finanzen und Technologiestar.
Zu den bemerkenswerten Preisträgern gehören Dr. Sondia Christian von Ingalls Shipbuilding (Sonderauszeichnung), Janice Hunter von Newport News Shipbuilding (Technologiestar-Auszeichnung) und Pamela Pierce von Newport News Shipbuilding (Top-Frauen in der Finanzen). Darüber hinaus wurden 12 HII-Mitarbeiter als aufstrebende Sterne in der Technologie anerkannt.
Der CEO von HII, Chris Kastner, äußerte stolz auf die Leistungen der Mitarbeiter und betonte ihr Engagement für Exzellenz in den STEM-Fächern sowie die Förderung von Vielfalt und Innovation. Die Anerkennung unterstreicht HII's Engagement, Talente in den STEM-Bereichen zu entwickeln und zu erkennen sowie ein inklusives Arbeitsumfeld zu fördern.
- 15 HII employees recognized for STEM contributions, showcasing company's talent and diversity
- Awards span multiple categories, indicating broad expertise within the company
- Recognition reinforces HII's commitment to fostering diversity and innovation in STEM fields
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Oct. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII, a provider of leading-edge technologies and national defense solutions, is proud to announce that 15 of its employees from across its three divisions have been recognized for their contributions to the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) at the 2024 annual Women of Color STEM Conference.
These awards spotlight the recipients’ dedication, innovation and impact in advancing technology and promoting opportunities for minorities in STEM careers.
The Women of Color STEM Awards are highly regarded for their stringent selection process, recognizing professionals from all levels and backgrounds, including promising college students, emerging talents, seasoned managers and visionary leaders.
“We are incredibly proud of our employees for their achievements and recognition at the Women of Color STEM Awards,” said Chris Kastner, president and CEO of HII. “Their commitment to excellence in STEM and their passion for fostering diversity and innovation advance HII’s mission while inspiring the next generation of leaders in science and technology.”
This year, the Women of Color Conference honored HII employees in four prominent categories: Special Achievement, Technology Rising Star, Top Women in Finance, and Technology All Star.
A photo accompanying this release is available at: https://hii.com/news/fifteen-hii-employees-honored-at-women-of-color-stem-awards-for-exceptional-contributions/.
Dr. Sondia Christian of HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division received the Special Achievement Award, which celebrates individuals from the private sector who exhibit an outstanding commitment to advancing minorities in technology through the promotion of scientific and technical education programs. Christian’s exemplary efforts in fostering inclusivity and nurturing future generations in STEM fields have made her a beacon of inspiration within HII and the wider technology community.
From HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding division, Janice Hunter was honored with the Technology All Star Award, which is bestowed upon accomplished women of color who have excelled in their careers and made significant contributions to their communities. Hunter’s leadership and dedication serve as a testament to the impact that women of color can achieve at all levels of their careers.
Pamela Pierce of HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding division was recognized among the Top Women in Finance for her outstanding achievements, leadership and impact within the finance industry, particularly as it relates to STEM. This award honors women like Pierce who have excelled in their roles and have broken barriers, navigated challenges unique to women of color, and served as trailblazers in a traditionally male-dominated field.
In addition, 12 HII employees (see list below) were recognized as Technology Rising Stars, a category that celebrates women who are helping to shape the future of technology with their innovative approaches and expertise. This honor reflects HII’s ongoing commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that thrives on the talents and accomplishments of its employees.
The Women of Color STEM Awards underscore HII’s ongoing dedication to developing and recognizing top talent in STEM fields. By celebrating the accomplishments of its employees, HII continues to lead by example, promoting an inclusive work environment where innovation and diversity are championed.
HII Women of Color STEM Technology Rising Stars
| Lydia Boone Newport News Shipbuilding | Bria Hines Ingalls Shipbuilding | Karen Kline Mission Technologies |
| Lakiska Chatman Ingalls Shipbuilding | Sarah Johnson Ingalls Shipbuilding | KaJuana Magee Ingalls Shipbuilding |
| Janita Colbert Mission Technologies | Christelle Jose Newport News Shipbuilding | Jessica Payne Newport News Shipbuilding |
| Roseline Havanur Mission Technologies | Cherrie Kimbrough Ingalls Shipbuilding | Shadai Sims Mission Technologies |
About HII
HII is a global, all-domain defense provider. HII’s mission is to deliver the world’s most powerful ships and all-domain solutions in service of the nation, creating the advantage for our customers to protect peace and freedom around the world.
As the nation’s largest military shipbuilder, and with a more than 135-year history of advancing U.S. national security, HII delivers critical capabilities extending from ships to unmanned systems, cyber, ISR, AI/ML and synthetic training. Headquartered in Virginia, HII’s workforce is 44,000 strong. For more information, visit:
- HII on the web: https://www.HII.com/
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Contact:
Greg McCarthy
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gregory.j.mccarthy@hii-co.com
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