Bradley supported the 2nd Annual Galentine’s Women in STEM event, hosted by Hartford Union High School’s Robotics Team 1091. The Feb. 13, 2025, event provided an interactive platform for female students in grades seven through 12 to discuss opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Hartford Union High School STEM group photo. Courtesy of Bradley

As part of the roundtable discussion, attendees from HUHS, Central Middle School in Hartford and a Hartford homeschool group participated in a collaborative session decorating cookies while listening to local female engineers about their professional journeys. Among the speakers was Bradley’s Quality Engineer, Anna Kinzel, who shared her experiences, lessons learned and advice for young women considering careers in science, technology, engineering and math.

Bradley’s Quality Engineer, Anna Kinzel. Photo courtesy of Bradley

The speakers and HUHS Robotics team members discussed topics such as finding a mentor, beneficial extracurriculars, navigating college science, technology, engineering and math courses and overcoming challenges as minorities in the field. Along with the other speakers, Kinzel guided conversations about academic and career opportunities in these fields.  

“I’m thrilled to have had the opportunity to participate in this event and interact with this enthusiastic group of students,” said Kinzel. “By sharing personal experiences and industry knowledge, my hope is that we were able to encourage these young women and make a positive difference. I feel privileged to have been invited.”

In 2024, the HUHS Team 1091 created the event to connect students with local professionals who share their interests and to gain confidence in science, technology, engineering and math interests and aspirations. The team plans to continue this initiative in February 2026.

"Our students thoroughly enjoyed learning first-hand from Anna as well as the other speakers about their experiences and insights on pursuing STEM education and careers," said Rena G. Diem, business mentor and team mom for HUHS FIRST Robotics Team 1091, HUHS.

"We greatly appreciate Bradley's support monetarily and in providing inspiration to our youth," Diem said.