Construction Today - Vol 21 Issue 5 | Page 68

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Class Distribution and Processing of Steel Plate
GRADES
Our eight North American locations have provided high-quality steel plate products and industry-leading services since 1972 .
• Structural , Carbon , & HSLA
• Alloy & Abrasion Resistant
• Marine & Offshore
• PVQ
• Armor & Ballistic
SERVICES
• Plasma & Oxy-Fuel Cutting
• Beveling
• Press Brake ( Up to 60 ’)
• Drilling / Tapping
• Counter Boring
• Shot Blasting
Contact us : 800-570-7674 | www . chapelsteel . com helping us achieve this and recognize the different cognitive styles in our team , as well as how each of our employees approach problem-solving and creativity . Without this understanding , we risk fostering an environment in which our team is not only less efficient but also unhappy ,” Karen notes .
As a certified women-owned business , accredited by the Women ’ s Business Enterprise ( WBE ), establishing a positive and empowering corporate culture is crucial . Keen to be an influential , female leader in manufacturing , Karen discusses the importance of role models : “ Having my father as a mentor has been a privilege for me ,” Karen notes . “ I believe it is critical for women to find mentors or sponsors to help guide their career paths . I have observed that women are often underrepresented in professional settings . While my personal experience has been positive and free from discrimination , I acknowledge that not
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