AIST MaryEmily Slate Trailblazer Award for Women in Steel Recipients

YearFull NameDescription
2025Ms. Sushma WalkerSushma embodies the values of hard work, perseverance, vulnerability and strength, even in the face of challenges. She has shown that setbacks are not barriers, but opportunities for growth and resilience. She leads by example, inspiring others to rise above rejection, and to push forward with renewed determination. Sushma is dedicated to lifting others as she climbs, ensuring that her success benefits those around her. She represents the very values this honor was created to celebrate.
2024Mrs. MaryEmily SlateThrough her trailblazing efforts, MaryEmily has profoundly impacted women in manufacturing and the steel industry at large. Her success as a leader was marked by an exceptional blend of kindness and dedication to teamwork. MaryEmily's unique ability to prioritize people over tasks allowed her to forge deep, meaningful connections with everyone around her. Her legacy is a testament to the idea that success is not a mere accident but the result of hard work, perseverance, continuous learning, and, most importantly, a passionate love for one's work. MaryEmily has left an indelible mark on the world, inspiring countless individuals to pursue their dreams with unwavering determination and a compassionate heart. Her journey is a powerful reminder that opportunities are not just to be awaited but to be created, and that with grit and passion, nothing is impossible.