Celebrating Innovation and Leadership at SWE WE25
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Celebrating Innovation and Leadership at SWE WE25
Empowering engineers, driving change
At BD, collaboration fuels innovation — and at the Society of Women Engineers’ WE25 Conference, that commitment was on full display. BD associates earned multiple awards, recognizing their groundbreaking work and leadership in advancing healthcare technology.
Honors that inspire careers
Gold Mission Recognition Award: BD was just one of five organizations to receive this prestigious award, highlighting our dedication to fostering an inclusive culture and advancing STEM.
Patent Recognition Award: Eight BD innovators were honored for being granted 33 patents in engineering, technology or related sciences within the past three years, showcasing our focus on advancing healthcare through purpose-driven solutions.
The honorees include:
- Lisa Bailey, Sr Staff Engineer, Product Development from Salt Lake City, Utah – 6 patents
- Emily Goel, R&D Product Manager from Tempe, Ariz. – 1 patent
- Kelly Hon, Sr Manager, Product Development Engineering from San Diego, Calif. – 2 patents
- Claire Knight, Sr Manager, Medical Affairs from San Diego, Calif. – 2 patents
- Melody Kuroda, Staff Engineer II from Durham, N.C. – 1 patent
- Caroline Ottinger, Clinical Manager, Specimen Management from Covington, Ga. – 1 patent
- Clémentine Le Loc’h, Manager R&D from Le Pont-de-Claix, France – 14 patents
- Janice Pak, Staff Engineer from Brea, Calif. – 6 patents
New Professional Member Engineer Award: Alice Connelli, Senior R&D Engineer, was celebrated for her leadership and community engagement, inspiring the next generation of engineers.
A culture where you can thrive
These achievements reflect more than accolades — they show how BD empowers associates to lead, innovate and make a global impact. From mentorship programs to leadership opportunities, BD offers a culture where every voice can influence meaningful change. Together, we’re creating solutions that improve healthcare systems worldwide.
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- Explore careers at BD and help us advance the world of health.
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