At the 2020 Women of Color STEM Conference, 24 women from Abbott joined more than 40 other professionals at the medical device company who have earned accolades at the annual event.
Women of Color recognizes the outstanding contributions of women in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, creating a forum where leaders can identify talented professionals at different phases of their careers.
"STEM education and careers challenge us to confront what we don't know and solve problems through continuous learning cycles that start during our education and continue throughout our professional lives," said Karen Rodriguez, Division Vice President, Corporate Engineering.
Rodriguez, who holds a Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular biology, and cellular biology from Northwestern University, was one of the conference's Career Achievement award winners in 2020. She was nominated for her commitment to diversity across STEM.
"I feel a sense of urgency to create change," Rodriguez said. "We need the best and brightest minds and the most passionate and committed hearts to pursue STEM careers and take on the significant challenges that face human society and our world."
