Kristen McIntyre, K6WX, is the president of the Palo Alto Amateur Radio Club, in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, and an ARRL Pacific Division Vice Director. Trained as an MIT electronic engineer, she was an entrepreneur for many years in Japan. Kristen is a much sought after speaker at amateur radio conventions and forums. Antenna design, digital modes, and just getting on the air is key to Kristen's amateur radio success. K6WX, is my QSO Today.