About the author

Cassie Leonard

<p>Cassie Leonard is a mom on a mission!</p><p>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.</p><p>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 &#8220;significant contributions to the company&#8217;s success,&#8221; the same two years her children were suddenly at home full time.</p><p>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!</p><p>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!</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p><strong>Connect with Cassie!</strong></p><p>Email&#160; &#160; &#160; &#160; &#160; &#160;cassie@ELMMcoaching.com</p><p>Instagram&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160; @cassie_finding_balance</p>