At Energetiq, International Women’s Day is more than a moment on the calendar. It’s an opportunity to recognize the impact of women across our organization and reaffirm our commitment to equity, inclusion, and innovation.
This year, we celebrated by highlighting the voices of employees throughout the company who shared what International Women’s Day means to them. Their perspectives reflect the values that drive Energetiq forward: collaboration, opportunity, and the belief that diverse teams create stronger solutions.
Energetiq operates at the intersection of advanced photonics, engineering, and scientific discovery. Across all our teams, women play a critical role in shaping the technologies that power scientific progress.
As Neila Watson, Manufacturing Product Engineer II, shared:
“Diversity and inclusion are imperative to building a creative and productive workplace. I am proud to contribute to a field where women continue to shape the future of science and engineering.”
Her perspective reflects the broader reality that innovation thrives when organizations embrace a wide range of experiences and viewpoints.
Leadership voices across Energetiq emphasized that International Women’s Day is both a celebration of progress and a call to continue building pathways for future generations.
Debbie Gustafson, CEO, reflected on the importance of continuing this work:
“International Women’s Day has always been a moment for reflection and for action… Diversity is not optional—it is essential to progress, innovation, and lasting success.”
Similarly, Megan Dube, VP of Account & Product Management, Service, shared how the day connects to the next generation:
“International Women’s Day is both a celebration and a call forward… encouraging young women and girls to dream boldly, speak confidently, and believe that anything is possible.”
Vikram Singh, President, also reflected on the influence of the women in his life:
“The women in my life have had a profound impact on shaping the person I am. From growing up with an inspiring mother who was a university professor to raising my two ambitious daughters alongside a strong and caring wife, I am shown every day that supporting and celebrating women is a give-to-gain outlook.”
Together, these perspectives highlight the importance of leadership in creating workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Many Energetiq employees reflected on the role that support, mentorship, and allyship play in building inclusive workplaces.
Ian Anderson, Technical Sales, Service & Repair II, shared how his personal experiences shaped his perspective:
“International Women’s Day is a reminder that progress isn't made all at once, but through ongoing, intentional effort. Being raised by a single mother alongside my sister, I saw firsthand what that kind of effort looks like.”
Bianca Phelps, Marketing Coordinator II, added:
“International Women’s Day is a reminder that when women support and uplift one another, we create lasting impact far beyond a single day.”
Employees across departments echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, respect, and ensuring every voice is heard.
International Women’s Day serves as a reminder that progress is built through continuous effort and shared commitment.
At Energetiq, fostering an environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow is essential to our mission. As our teams continue advancing the future of photonics, we remain committed to creating opportunities for the innovators and leaders who will shape tomorrow.
By celebrating the voices and experiences of our employees, we reaffirm a simple but powerful truth: when everyone has the opportunity to contribute, innovation thrives.