The Women of Color magazine's Technical Innovation Award honors people who have designed or developed a product or service that's a substantial achievement in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) with a significant overall impact. Carissa Pajel certainly fits this bill.
Carissa is a material. process &physics (MP&P) engineer and a Boeing designated expert for sealant technology at The Boeing Company. In her role, she ensures the safety of the flying public and those protecting our nation.
Carissa consistently performs her work with enthusiasm, curiosity, and creativity. She won the Innovation Award at Boeing in 2014, 2018, and 2021. She also holds 19 patents and counting in her field.
She's a multi-disciplinary leader seeking diverse perspectives., fostering a culture of inclusiveness and trust. A champion for Jedi and a lifetime student as well as a canine advocate as well as an artist.
"It has been a long and winding road to this stage, paved with obstacles and hardship,' said Carissa in her acceptance speech. "I came from a place far away hoping for a better life. My parents worked hard to give me and my brothers the education we needed for the journey. This country has nourished and given me the chance to be the person standing in front of you today. I am humbled. I would like to share the award with all who made this possible but most especially with my parents and family who believed in me and in my quest for technology and innovation. Salamat," (which means thank you in many Filipino languages).
