Want to create an interactive transcript for this episode?
Podcast: Diverse: a SWE podcast
Episode: Episode 297: Engineering a Legacy: Grassroots Fundraising and Mentorship at GE
Description: This episode is sponsored by GE Vernova and GE Aerospace.
As SWE celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2025, join us as we reflect on GE’s deep-rooted commitment to the organization, dating back to 1961 when it became one of the first companies to donate to SWE.
Guests Megan Stewart of GE Vernova and Kim Hammer of GE Aerospace discuss how employee-led initiatives, competitive tactics, and executive support fostered a culture of giving and mentorship in the organization. They also share how fundraising strategies evolved during the COVID-19 pandemic and the new initiatives they introduced like STEM for STEM to sustain engagement.
Pa...