AWIS members Minel Arinel, Kiley McLean, Porscha M Whiteside, Sree Vishmaya V.

Listening and Leadership

Listening is a crucial leadership skill. Listening fosters trust, builds strong relationships, and contributes to an inclusive environment.

We are spotlighting the following AWIS members who have learned the importance of listening. They have realized that when you listen, you empower those around you to contribute. Let their stories be an inspiration to truly hear those around you.

Minel Arinel

As a first-generation woman in science, Minel Arinel leads by listening first, advocating consistently, and lifting others.

Kiley McLean

AWIS Spark Awardee Kiley McLean wants to make disabled and autistic lives better—through research, policy, clinical, and systems change— while always listening to the community.

Porscha M Whiteside

Senior IT Desktop Engineer and first-generation graduate Porscha M. Whiteside supports colleagues who feel unheard, creating space for questions and growth.

Sree Vishmaya V

Bioinformatics consultant Sree Vishmaya V. is passionate about mentoring and empowering professionals in the life sciences.

Find more inspiring women on the AWIS Member Spotlight page. (AWIS members can request their own Spotlight here. Interested in becoming an AWIS member? Learn more.)