Thrive And Succeed As An Introverted Woman In Male-Dominated Industries

It is said that 'behind every successful woman is herself', and although Sherry Shannon-Vanstone grew up in a time when few women were encouraged to study science and mathematics, she has thrived and succeeded as a mathematician, inventor, entrepreneur, mentor and philanthropist. Furthermore, Sherry's strong beliefs in equality, diversity and inclusion drive her contribution to the advancement of women in science and technology. In this episode, be inspired, as Sherry, shares her journey from childhood to adulthood, and perspectives on growing, thriving and succeeding, as an introverted woman in what have been traditionally, competitive male-dominated industries. About Sherry Shannon-Vanstone As a well-known serial entrepreneur, Sherry Shannon-Vanstone has made a significant contribution to the spectrum of digital industries from cryptography to telecommunications and technology, while also making a major contribution to the advancement of all women. Throughout Sherry's career, she has been a trailblazer in the fields of STEM, business, and philanthropy. In honour of her late husband, Scott A. Vanstone, Sherry founded ProfoundImpact in 2018 - a next-generation social engagement and interaction platform for use by universities and their alumni to engage, discover, and measure the impact that the institution and its community have on technology and the world. It also aims to build a sense of community for a global audience of affinity groups such as women in STEM and entrepreneurs. Sherry was the recipient of the prestigious Leadership Excellence Award inEntrepreneurship for 2020 from Women in Communications and Technology(WCT). This award celebrates individuals who have the courage to go it alone, as a start-up or a woman-led business. In June 2019, Sherry received an Honorary Doctorate of Laws (LLD) from WesternUniversity and in 2015, she was awarded –WOW - the World Waterloo Region’s Female Innovator of the Year. Sherry holds a Master of Science degree in mathematics from the University ofTennessee and was a cryptologic mathematician with the US Government. Sherry has resided in Canada for 26 years and holds citizenships in both Canada and the US. Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/sherry-shannon-vanstone-10281b4