Women don't quit. We pivot.
Most women leave STEMM mid-career-not for lack of talent or ambition, but because the system wasn't built for them.
If you've ever felt the tension between loving your work and wondering whether you can stay...
You are not alone.
Beyond the Pipeline brings the choices women make every day to center stage, acknowledging the challenges and illuminating the path forward:
· Burnout-and the energy that can follow when boundaries are reclaimed.
· Imposter syndrome-and the clarity that comes with knowing your worth.
· Caregiving pressures-and how to design careers ready to flex and adapt.
· Broken rungs and glass cliffs-and the undeniable value of time and support.
· Under-acknowledged transitions-from mental health to perimenopause.
These are the stories behind the statistics, paired with thoughtful research and bold solutions for redesigning STEMM into a system where all can thrive.
Whether you're building your own future, advocating for others, or leading change-this book will shift how you think about talent, equity, and what's possible.
Autorentext
Cassie Leonard is a mom on a mission!
Motivated by her passion to grow the face of women and mothers in STEM, she is sharing the tools that have aided her on her own quest for a balanced and fulfilling life as an engineer, leader, mom, and mentor.
In her 16 years in the aerospace industry, Cassie grew from an entry level structural analyst to the senior mechanical engineering leader in a half billion-dollar division. She was recognized in 2020 and 2021 for "significant contributions to the company's success," the same two years her children were suddenly at home full time.
In 2022, Cassie left corporate life to focus her efforts on supporting Engineers, Leaders, and Moms. She is now the proud founder, CEO, and principal coach at ELMM Coaching. As a Certified Executive and Leadership Development Coach, she is excited to work with anyone seeking to live their best life!
In support of her passion for elevating the voices of STEM moms, Cassie is also an executive team member at Mothers in Science, a nonprofit investing in research, advocacy, and sharing journeys!
Cassie and her husband Patrick live in the beautiful Pacific Northwest with their two wonderful sons. She is walking the tightrope of full-time leader, full time mom, and full-time person. Most days it goes well, some days it does not.
To stay active and mentally sane, Cassie plays beach volleyball all spring and summer, races cyclocross in the fall, and cross-country skis in the winter.
Connect with Cassie!
Email cassie@ELMMcoaching.com
Instagram @cassie_finding_balance