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Exploring Battery Innovation with Dr. Jill Pestana

In this episode of Betts on the Future, host Jennifer Betts introduces battery scientist and engineer Dr. Jill Pestana. With nearly 20 years of experience in the metals industry, Jennifer highlights various career paths in this field, featuring women making strides. Jill Pestana, a noted expert in battery technology, shares her vast knowledge on developing safe and reliable energy storage solutions, working at Accenture, and her insights from her YouTube channel Across the Nanoverse. Together, they discuss the evolution of the battery industry, investments, and innovations, the critical role of social media in connecting professionals, and the importance of diversity and authenticity in career advancement.

00:00 Introduction to Betts on the Future
00:23 Meet Jill Pestana: Battery Scientist and Engineer
02:55 The Journey into Battery Science
04:27 The Rise of Battery Technology
06:05 Global Investments and Policies in Battery Industry
07:25 The Volta Foundation and Community Building
09:44 The Power of Social Media and Personal Branding
14:13 Encouraging Diversity and Authenticity in STEM
23:51 Future Trends and Resources in Battery Technology
25:52 Conclusion and Contact Information