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The Iron Ring Podcast: What a Decade in Engineering Teaches You


Date & time
Friday, November 20, 2026
3 p.m. – 4 p.m.

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Cost

This event is free.

Where

4TH SPACE
J.W. McConnell Building
1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.

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Join us for the next episode of The Iron’s Ring Podcast, where Karuna Kadam, Senior Quality Manager at Vention, for a reflection on 10 years of experience in the engineering industry. Hosted by Zineb Bamouh and Srabanti Mazumdar, this episode will explore the lessons learned throughout a decade of personal and professional growth.

From her early days as a student to leading teams in a fast paced operations environment, Karuna shares how her career evolved and which skills truly pay off. Tune in to hear her top ten lessons for building a resilient career, finding your voice as a woman in engineering, investing in high ROI certifications and protecting your energy as responsibilities grow. 

How can you participate? Please join us in person or online by registering for the Zoom Meeting or watching live on YouTube.

Have questions or if we can make this event more accessible for you: Contact us at info.4@concordia.ca

 

Speakers

Karuna Kadam

Karuna Kadam is a Senior Quality Manager at Vention with 10 years of experience in the industry. Throughout her career, she has gained valuable insights into leadership, professional development, and navigating the challenges of working in a fast-paced environment. Passionate about sharing her experiences, Karuna hopes to inspire the next generation of engineers by reflecting on the lessons she has learned

Zineb Bamouh

Zineb is a fourth year Computer Engineering student. Now in her third year with Women in Engineering, she currently serves as VP External. Having been involved with WIE throughout much of her university experience, she values the connections and experiences that come from being part of the engineering community and hopes to contribute to making that community more welcoming and connected.

Srabanti Mazumdar

Srab is a fourth-year Software Engineering student and is currently in her fourth year with Women in Engineering, where she serves as Director of the Iron Ring Podcast. She first joined WIE as Director of Experience, where she was also the host of the Iron Ring Podcast, making her return to the podcast this year a full-circle moment. Over the years, WIE has become an important part of her university experience, giving her the chance to grow, connect with others, and contribute to a community she has been part of since her first year.

Description: A live podcast recording where hosts from WIE speak with guest Karuna Kadam as she reflects on ten years in the industry.

Organized by: Zineb Bamouh

Participants: 

Zineb Bamouh

Srabanti Mazumdar

Karuna Kadam

With: WIE

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