Materials Research Society
Michele Feder, CAE, has extensive experience in association management, specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Currently serving as the DEI & Engagement Partner at the Materials Research Society since February 2012, Michele collaborates with executive teams to develop and execute DEI strategies. Previous roles include Associate Director of Engagement and Manager of Volunteer Affairs at the same organization, where Michele oversaw member engagement and career advancement programs. As President of Dynamic Association Resources, Michele offers strategic planning and operational support to various clients. Additional experience includes consulting for Vibrant Pittsburgh and serving as Executive Director for the Pittsburgh Human Resources Association and the Western Pennsylvania Diversity Initiative. Michele's career began at AIM Global, progressing from Director of Business Affairs to Chief Operating Officer of AIM North America. Education includes studies at Point Park University and a certificate in Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science from Bradford School.
Materials Research Society
The Materials Research Society (MRS) is an international organization of almost 15,000 materials researchers from academia, industry and government, and a recognized leader in promoting the advancement of interdisciplinary materials research and technology to improve the quality of life. MRS was established in 1973 by a visionary group of scientists who shared the belief that their professional interests were broader in scope than existing single-discipline societies, and that a new interdisciplinary organization was needed. MRS sponsors two major annual Meetings offering approximately 95 topical symposia. The Society recognizes professional and technical excellence, conducts symposium tutorials, and encourages technical interaction among college students through University Chapters, and among materials professionals through regional Sections. Headquartered in Warrendale, Pennsylvania (USA), MRS membership now spans over 90 countries, with more than 46 percent of members residing outside the United States. In addition to its communications and publications portfolio, MRS organizes high-quality scientific meetings, attracting over 12,000 attendees annually and facilitating interactions among a wide range of experts from the cutting edge of the global materials community. MRS is also a recognized leader in education outreach and advocacy for scientific research. MRS promotes communication exchange through publications— • MRS Bulletin • Journal of Materials Research (JMR) • MRS Communications • MRS Energy & Sustainability • MRS Advances • Other publications related to current research activities MRS works closely with other materials organizations around the world and is an Adhering Body of the International Union of Materials Research Societies (IUMRS).