Maria Tkacheva is the chief operating officer at Roshel, a North American manufacturer of specialized armoured vehicles. She played a key role in transforming Roshel from a small-scale manufacturer into an industry leader, driving strategic growth and market expansion. With over ten years of experience in operations, business development, strategic communications, and marketing, Tkacheva has held leadership positions across operations, corporate strategy, and global communications agencies.

In this episode of Advance: Women in Manufacturing podcast, Ojasvini Parashar, the associate editor of Canadian Manufacturing and Food in Canada, sits down with Tkacheva to discuss her journey in the manufacturing industry, the challenges she has overcome, and her role in driving innovation at Roshel. Tkacheva shares her insights on mentorship, leadership, and how women can break barriers in traditionally male-dominated fields. 

Join us as we explore the future of women in manufacturing and what it takes to succeed in this dynamic industry.