Best Michele Ong Podcasts (2024)

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Narrative for social change and science communication, and AI in the creative process with Joanna Beveridge 58:02

2M ago58:02

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Humans are fascinating. We have this incredible capacity for creativity, resilience, and invention, and have been keen to dabble in technologies that improve our lives since we first started using tools. So, where is technology going to lead us in terms of what makes us human? Joanna Beveridge is a producer, writer, and director with a background i…

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12. 6 Easy Ways to Look Your Best on Camera: TV Style, Hair & Make-up with Seven Perth Stylist Bridget Hudson and ABC/Channel 9 News Makeup Artist Nicole Forde 25:52

3M ago25:52

25:52

Want to know how to effortlessly command attention on camera? With insights from their extensive experience in television, Nicole and Bridget share practical advice on makeup, hair, and styling that anyone can apply to feel more polished and self-assured on camera. Whether you're a content creator, entrepreneur, or professional, learning these tips…

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11. Strategies for Visibility and Engagement for Your Podcast with Michele Ong 25:12

3M ago25:12

25:12

Want to know how to boost your podcast's visibility and engagement on social media? Join us as we dive into the world of podcasting with Michelle Ong, a seasoned host and creative technologist, as she shares invaluable tips on effective guest pitching, optimising video content, and navigating career opportunities in STEM. Ready to unlock the secret…

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10. Instagram Strategies for Business Growth with Brooke Vulinovich 25:34

3M ago25:34

25:34

Want to know how to make your mark on Instagram and turn your passion into a thriving business? Join us in this episode as we sit down with Instagram specialist Brooke Vulinovich, where she shares insider secrets on how to skyrocket your presence on the platform. Ready for Instagram success and to transform your social media game? Let’s do this :) …

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9. How to Captivate Audiences and Build a Successful Event & MC Business with Lily North 17:29

3M ago17:29

17:29

Have you ever dreamed of commanding the room as a Master of Ceremonies, setting the tone for unforgettable events? Join us in this episode as we reveal the essential skills and insider tips to become a confident and charismatic MC. With Lily North, founder of three successful businesses, as our guide, you'll gain invaluable insights into mastering …

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8. How to Thrive in Business and Beat Entrepreneurial Poverty with Mike Michalowicz 19:12

4M ago19:12

19:12

Data tells us that 90% of entrepreneurs fail to post a profit. It's little wonder then that so many small business operators are caught in a cycle of entrepreneurial poverty, anxiety and pressure to succeed. In this episode uncover the secrets to building a profitable and sustainable business with renowned author and entrepreneur Mike Michalowicz. …

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7. How compassion-led attraction marketing can take your business to new heights, with Diana McKenzie 24:51

4M ago24:51

24:51

Are you curious about the secrets behind successful entrepreneurship and ethical business practices in the mortgage industry? In this episode, I sit down with Diana McKenzie of LoanPort, a seasoned mortgage broker with over two decades of experience. Discover how Diana’s journey from a background in disability services led her to become a trailblaz…

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Building compassionate tech, and advocating for diverse voices with Bec Nguyen 45:06

4M ago45:06

45:06

For many of my guests, the careers and fields that we're in now didn't exist or were just newly conceived when we were at university. So those indirect paths I often speak about were just a matter of course for us. Bec Nguyen is the director of Upbeat Digital and a specialist in UX in digital health. Join us as we speak about her winding path to Us…

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6. Inside Secrets to Getting Yourself in the Media with Nic Hayes 22:04

4M ago22:04

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How do some businesses effortlessly land media coverage while others struggle to make a blip on the radar? In this episode, we unravel the secrets of media exposure with seasoned expert Nic Hayes. Tune in to discover insider tips on getting yourself, not just your business, in front of the media spotlight. Learn how to craft compelling pitches, bui…

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5. Strategies for Success in Modern Media – Interview with Ashleigh Goodchild 32:57

4M ago32:57

32:57

How does mastering modern media catapult your business to new heights? Join us as industry leader Ashleigh Goodchild shares her game-changing strategies and insights on leveraging social media, engaging with your audience, and making a lasting impact in the digital age. Get ready to unlock the secrets to effective content creation and discover why …

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4. How Creating Video Content Transformed Patient Care – Interview with Dr Ryan Lamp 24:44

5M ago24:44

24:44

How a chiropractor turned video content creator revolutionised patient education to build a thriving practice, and enhance the reputation of his profession. Join us in this episode as we uncover the secrets behind Chiropractor, Dr Ryan Lamp’s journey from treating patients to captivating audiences through compelling video content. Through his video…

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3. Tips for Becoming a Modern Media Performer 24:28

5M ago24:28

24:28

Want to know how to navigate the ever-evolving world of media performance in the digital age? Today you’ll get insider tips and firsthand experiences that will empower you to thrive as a modern media performer. From overcoming fears of public speaking to crafting authentic connections with your audience. Join us as we uncover the keys to success in…

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2. Turning Cringeworthy TV Blunders into Opportunities to Connect with Your Audience 20:51

5M ago20:51

20:51

Ever had a moment so embarrassing you wished you could disappear? In this episode of 'Modern Media,' I bare all about my cringe-worthy experience on national television and the invaluable lessons I learned. Join me as I unravel the secrets behind public speaking, authenticity, and resilience in the fast-paced modern media. Are you ready to turn you…

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1. Navigating Fear and Finding Your Voice in Modern Media 19:17

5M ago19:17

19:17

Welcome to a deeply personal episode where I share my journey from a near-fatal health crisis. I open up about my battle with Addison's disease, shedding light on how the fear of imperfection can be a serious obstacle. Join me for valuable insights on overcoming the paralysing effects of perfectionism—a struggle many of us face. We'll unpack three …

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Chasing fireballs and the evolution of our solar system with Professor Gretchen Benedix 52:12

5M ago52:12

52:12

We've spoken about indirect career paths, but Professor Gretchen Benedix calls hers the pinball method, starting on a course that could change direction when she strikes something that she'd like to delve more into. This method has served Gretchen well and has given her opportunities to work with Dr Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, ch…

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Veterinary policy and mental health with Dr Lydia Pethick 40:11

7M ago40:11

40:11

A common misconception about veterinary sciences is that it’s all about puppies and kittens, but that’s not always the case. Like other care providers, vets can have it tough in the service of the community and there is a lot of active work being done to ensure the vet industry, its people, the community, and not just the animals, can thrive. Join …

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Welcome to Modern Media - Telling Your Story in a Rapidly Changing World. 2:48

8M ago2:48

2:48

Welcome to Modern Media, telling your story in a rapidly changing world. A seasoned broadcaster, TV presenter, and media trainer, Carmen shares invaluable insights gained from her extensive experience in traditional (or legacy) media, along with her more recent journey into online media as a business owner. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned p…

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Plant immune systems and SciArt with Eleonora Moratto 35:34

8M ago35:34

35:34

A common thread between the arts and the sciences is storytelling. In both scenarios you’re building worlds, and creating an understanding of the mechanisms that make the system work (or not work), and the relationships within that bubble. Eleonora Moratto is the Biology Ballerina. She is a freelance professional ballet dancer, and is currently com…

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Growth and sustainability with Dr Sandy Chong 51:44

9M ago51:44

51:44

Sustainability is more than just the environment. If you look at the UN Sustainable Development Goals, it's also about accessibility, equity, and inclusion in multiple areas of society, and covers things like the economy, infrastructure, community, and yes, climate and the environment. But they're the kinds of goals that bring everybody up so that …

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Creating opportunities for work-life choices with Dr Sirisha Kuchimanchi 46:07

9M ago46:07

46:07

What is your personal worth? From an internal perspective, it's about having confidence in your sense of self and your values. But let's expand on that. Your worth can also be viewed in the connections you have made in your personal or professional communities, be it the kids' soccer parent who knows a job you'd be great for, or the ex-coworker who…

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Systems thinking and the future of architecture with Evelyn Lee 50:19

10M ago50:19

50:19

Architecture has always struck me as a multidisciplinary field. It draws knowledge from all areas of STEMM into creating the spaces in which we live and work. But that's not always how this profession is perceived and this reflects in the way the industry has and needs to evolve. Evelyn Lee is Head of Workplace Strategy and Innovation at Slack Tech…

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The interconnectedness of seemingly disparate things with Laura Langdon 56:03

11M ago56:03

56:03

It's not about the destination, it's about the journey. But for today's guest, it's about both. Laura Langdon is a developer advocate who has the pleasure of combining her explorations and experience in theatre, computer science, mathematics, education, and data science into a role that rolls all of that into one perfect package. Join us as we spea…

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Bringing compassion back to technology with April Wensel 35:55

11M ago35:55

35:55

We could all do with a little bit more compassion in our lives, and April Wensel is making sure that we can bring it to our work as well. April Wensel is the founder of Compassionate Coding, helping companies and tech professionals communicate more and effectively so that we can be better at what we do better to each other and better to ourselves. …

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Geospatial analysis and making information beautiful with Helen McKenzie 52:34

12M ago52:34

52:34

Geographic information systems. There, I've lost a few of you already, but you're missing out because GIS is more than about where things are, but why they're there, and quite a few of those reasons are around why people do people things. Helen McKenzie is a cartographer, data visualiser, and geospatial advocate who is passionate about finding mean…

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Reinvention with humility & embracing innovation with Lan Tran 42:35

1y ago42:35

42:35

You have to pivot or reinvent yourself to stay relevant. This idea gets bandied about a lot these days but there are going to be times in your life and in business where it has to happen. Lan Tran is a powerhouse in sales and marketing is no stranger to this concept. She has seen the decline of the paper business directory with the advent of Google…

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Health and medical research strategy with Professor Moira Clay 42:21

1y ago42:21

42:21

Ever thought about asking a member of Parliament how to become Prime Minister? Moira Clay, a leading research strategist, asked that very question, and she's now cultivated a career helping leaders in health and medical research make an impact in both research and the community. Join us as we speak with Moira about her journey in medical research, …

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Science film-making and D&D with Shamini Bundell 44:48

1y ago44:48

44:48

Science communication comes in all mediums, from film-making to journalism, even Dungeons and Dragons, and Shamini Bundell does it all. Shamini is an award-winning filmmaker, a writer, and a journalist, working on the Nature YouTube channel, podcast, and magazine online. She is also one of the members of RPGeeks, combining Dungeons and Dragons with…

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Branding for Connection and FemTech with Ari Krzyzek 48:45

1+ y ago48:45

48:45

Have you ever looked at a business beyond their visual branding and thought about who they are and what they stand for, and who the owners are and what they stand for? Branding is more than just an aesthetic. It's about connection. Join us as we speak with Ari Krzyzek, CEO and Head of Strategy of Chykalophia about Ari's journey to creating her own …

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Segue: Women and caste in tech in India with Raksha Kumar 1:04:31

1+ y ago1:04:31

1:04:31

Bias and discrimination are everywhere. It's something we as a society are generally trying to improve. But when it comes to solutions, there is nuance in terms of cultural and social context, personal perceptions, and privilege that can complicate matters. Join us as we speak with Raksha Kumar, an award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker…

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Biomedical to software engineering and paying our experiences forward through mentoring with Krithika Chandramouli 51:42

1+ y ago51:42

51:42

If you can't decide between two career paths, try exploring both. Krithika Chandramouli found biomedical engineering to be a sweet spot between health sciences and technology and was able to explore both pursuits before she found her way to software engineering. Join us as we speak about Krithika's path to software engineering, contributing back to…

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The human side of clinical development and re-inspiring curiosity in science with Leah Elson 1:01:00

1+ y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Compassion in healthcare is about operating with respect in more ways than one. We've spoken previously about the cultural side of medicine and the program Operating With Respect, but today I speak with Leah Elson about developing technology and procedures that can create psychologically and physiologically better patient outcomes, and also about g…

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Science Entrepreneurship and Turning Waste into Resources with Dr Kandis Leslie Gilliard-AbdulAziz 42:15

1+ y ago42:15

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Dr Kandis Leslie Abdul-Aziz is an Assistant Professor in the Chemical and Environmental Engineering department at the University of California, Riverside. She joined the University in 2018 after receiving her Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Before joining UC Riverside, she was a Provost postdoctoral fellow at…

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Tech, the Arts, and the Value of Human Interaction with Shirley Yu 1:27:40

1+ y ago1:27:40

1:27:40

Shirley Yu is the CEO and Founder of Choosii, the community app for everyone that loves to collect (including herself and her friends - crazy plant collectors). Prior to launching Choosii, she discovered her creative side in high school, studied computer science at Rutgers, and then started an award-winning creative production studio where she crea…

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DNA - The Code of Life and Diversity for Innovation with Dr Parwinder Kaur 1:19:48

1+ y ago1:19:48

1:19:48

Dr Parwinder Kaur is an award-winning scientist, a passionate leader and positive role model as a mother, and a professor in science for the next generation of diverse scientists to pursue their passion for science and discovery. She leads cross-disciplinary biotechnology research investigating Earth’s biodiversity and natural environments to ensur…

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Satellites, Wildfires, and Geography as Home Economics on a Global Scale with Dr Jessica McCarty 1:37:34

1+ y ago1:37:34

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Dr Jessica McCarty is currently a tenured Associate Professor of Geography and Director of the Geospatial Analysis Center at Miami University in the United States. She has more than 15 years’ experience in remote sensing and geospatial science to quantify wildland and human-caused fires, fire emissions, agriculture and food security, and land-cover…

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Inquiry-based learning and the impact of educators with Anna Ritzema 1:24:32

1+ y ago1:24:32

1:24:32

Anna Ritzema is a passionate STEM educator, working in rural and regional Western Australia. In 2020 she was named WA Science and Engineering Teacher, having led her school to the finals of the Governor's STEM awards and becoming a Teacher Development program for STEM and Science. She was awarded the School Plus 2021 Teaching Fellowship. Anna curre…

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Cultivating careers and diversity in tech with Gry Stene 1:22:53

1+ y ago1:22:53

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Gry Stene loves to share her observations from her 30+ years as an "IT Girl" aka Woman in Tech. When it came to choosing a career, Gry only had a couple of criteria… Firstly, she wanted to help people solve problems and create a better world. Secondly, she wanted to prove that girls were as capable as boys. Given her proficiency in maths and scienc…

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Journeying through academia, industry, and entertainment with Dr Erin Macdonald 1:10:44

2y ago1:10:44

1:10:44

Erin Macdonald (PhD, Astrophysics) is a tattooed one-woman STEM career panel, with recognition as a researcher, speaker, engineer, and consultant before her current career. She lives in Los Angeles working as a writer and producer and is currently the science advisor for the entire Star Trek franchise. In our conversation, we talk about Erin's jour…

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Genetic Counselling & DNA with Kira Dineen 57:36

2y ago57:36

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Kira Dineen, MS, LCGC, CG(ASCP)CM, has a decade of podcast experience fueled by a passion for science communication. She has hosted and produced 6 podcasts. Her main show, "DNA Today", is in the top 1% of podcasts globally. Listeners Discover New Advances in the world of genetics through Kira’s interviews about genetic technology, disorders, and ne…

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Better Patient Outcomes through Healthcare IT with Robin Wiener 1:19:52

2y ago1:19:52

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Robin Wiener is a nationally recognised leader and change agent in healthcare IT and patient engagement. She brings more than 20 years of experience in business development, management and product strategy to her position as president and founding partner of Get Real Health. Ms. Wiener leads business development and marketing efforts for Get Real H…

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She Codes and Building Community in Tech with Kate Kirwin 1:10:41

2y ago1:10:41

1:10:41

Kate Kirwin is a passionate advocate for women in STEM and the innovation ecosystem. Founder of She Codes, she has led the steep growth of the project since 2015. Thanks to her work, more than 6000 women have learnt to code. She has hustled to source more than a million dollars from government and industry to support women in STEM. With a regional …

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Forensic Chemistry and Physical Evidence with Dr Kari Pitts 1:17:46

2y ago1:17:46

1:17:46

Dr Kari Pitts is a Forensic Chemist and Mineralogist in the Physical Evidence Team of ChemCentre’s Forensic Science Laboratory. She holds a PhD and a Masters in Forensic Science from UWA, and a Bachelor of Science with Honours from Curtin University. Working at ChemCentre for nearing 16 years, her expertise is trace evidence; including paint, glass…

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Sustainable Mental Health in the Workplace & Better Work with Dr Nicole Tschierske 56:21

2y ago56:21

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Dr Nicole Tschierske is a scientist and positive psychology coach who helps experts and teams in STEM do better work. Nicole works with her clients improve their collaboration and communication skills so their work gets the momentum and recognition it deserves. She also helps construct ways of working that reduce stress, increase motivation and eng…

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Segue: Data Visualisation and Florence Nightingale with RJ Andrews 55:36

2y ago55:36

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RJ Andrews is author and founder of Info We Trust. He is also the editor of the Information Graphic Visionaries book series. RJ's talent is helping organisations solve information problems. His passion is studying the history of information graphics to discover design insights. In our conversation, we talk about Florence Nightingale's intriguing st…

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Better Technical Interviews and the Inclusivity of Remote Work with Jocelyn James 1:34:15

2y ago1:34:15

1:34:15

Jocelyn James is an engineering manager whose previous careers have included teaching, refugee services, and mental health research. As a disabled woman with a background in human rights, Jocelyn is passionate about inclusivity in engineering and ensuring that those with non-traditional routes into the field are not only included but celebrated. Jo…

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Developer Education & Career Development with Rachel Lee Nabors 1:13:03

2+ y ago1:13:03

1:13:03

Rachel Lee Nabors has worked in the web development industry for over a decade, working on web animations APIs and tooling with Mozilla, Firefox and the W3C; and working on browsers at Microsoft; and spearheading developer education on React and React Native teams at Meta. They are currently Technical Program Manager leading developer education on …

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Episode Swap: History Detective - Janine Haines 6:31

2+ y ago6:31

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This week STEAM Powered is doing an episode swap with History Detective by Kelly Chase. History Detective is a podcast for teachers, students and lovers of history. It delves into stories from the past that don't always get told in the textbooks. This episode is about Janine Haines. Janine Haines was a teacher with a Bachelor of Arts majoring in En…

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Cultivating STEMM and Entrepreneurial Life Skills with Dr Jenine Beekhuyzen 1:10:07

2+ y ago1:10:07

1:10:07

Dr Jenine Beekhuyzen OAM is a futurist who believes existing structures in the technology industry must change in order to serve tomorrow's digital landscape, and that our children's future job prospects depend on it. Her focus is on leadership, innovation, and education to champion Australian tech entrepreneurship, and address the necessary rebala…

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Leadership and the Arts in Science with Dr Naomi Boxall 1:14:04

2+ y ago1:14:04

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Mild-mannered scientist by day, Dr Naomi Boxall is an intellectually curious, creative, change agent: always seeking to use my talents to improve health for the population. This has been within multiple fields so far, including public health and pharmacoepidemiology…what might be next? In our conversation, we talk about epidemiology, leadership, an…

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Mechanical Engineering with Gabriella Martini 1:26:04

2+ y ago1:26:04

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Gabriella Martini is a curious, dynamic and adaptive engineering professional with a proven record of managing a portfolio of engineering projects from concept to implementation. She focuses on embedding sustainable business processes while generating and maintaining relationships, is dependable and a structured thinker who thrives on solving probl…

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