In this episode, Abigail Sguazzin (Miner) MM-A ‘24 and Yi Ming Zhao MM-A ’25 shared their journeys from engineering into the utilities sector and reflected on how the MM-A program supported their professional growth. They discussed the data-rich yet highly regulated nature of the utilities industry, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities of leveraging analytics to drive better decision-making. Both emphasized the importance of pairing strong technical expertise with business acumen and communication skills—particularly the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders. They credited the MM-A program with strengthening their business perspective, confidence, and ability to collaborate across disciplines, while offering thoughtful advice for future professionals entering the field.