Natasha Henderson’s path through manufacturing and operations leadership is built on teamwork, resilience, and breaking through fear. From playing Division 1 softball to managing production teams in the aerospace and aquaculture sectors, she’s learned that confidence and connection go hand in hand. Now an operations leader at Industrial Plankton in Victoria, BC, Natasha supports sustainable aquaculture while leading teams that feed over a billion marine organisms each year.

In this episode, she reflects on what it takes to lead in male-dominated industries, the importance of psychological safety, and how mentorship helps more women in manufacturing step into leadership. Her story is a masterclass in courage, adaptability, and leading with heart in fast-paced technical environments.

Whether you’re a woman apprentice, an employer, or an ally, discover how you can help strengthen the future of women in Canada’s manufacturing trades at emccanada.org/herjourney

Presented by Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC), produced by Memory Tree Productions.