Upcoming Events
Scholarship Committee Meeting
Please join us for Scholarship Committee Meeting. Topics to be discussed include preparation for our 34th annual scholarship reception. All are welcome to attend.
When: Tuesday, April 30th
Time: 7pm
Where: Google Meets
RSVP: Email us for the link
34th Annual Scholarship Reception
Please join us in celebrating this year’s scholarship recipients! The event will be held at Carrier in Syracuse on Monday, May 20th and include networking, a light dinner, keynote speaker, and presenting the scholarship awards. We are pleased to share that this year’s keynote speaker will be Katie Backus, PE, Vice President of Gas Delivery Program at National Grid.
Date: Monday, May 20th, 2024
Time: 6pm
Location: Carrier in Syracuse (address + parking will be sent to those who RSVP)
Cost: Complimentary for recipients, children under 18, and select other attendees, $10 for SWE members, $20 for all others (Cash at event or PayPal below)
RSVP here by 5/13
Katie is the Vice President of Gas Program Delivery at National Grid. She is accountable as the Gas Business Lead for new technologies being deployed within the Gas Business Unit. Her responsibilities consist of translating operational business needs to the Information Technology organization and ensuring that business users are engaged and prepared to accept and effectively use the new technologies. In addition, Katie is leading the digital delivery shift for the Gas Business Unit which involves establishing an operating model to set strategy and create an organization focused on maintaining, enhancing and re-imagining systems that support Operations. Her career is highlighted by several positions of increased responsibility at National Grid, including Gas Engineering, Gas Asset Management, Corrosion Control, and Gas Operations.
She was born and raised in Sheldon, VT and attended Clarkson University, where she graduated with a BS in Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering. She holds an advanced degree in Business Administration from Excelsior University. In addition, she holds her Professional Engineering license in New York.
Katie resides in Baldwinsville, NY with her husband Michael and is the proud mother two boys: Mark (11) and Luke (7). When not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cycling, reading, and traveling.
Outreach Opportunities
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