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All eyes on Kim Ferrari
Growing up in a small town in Pennsylvania, Kim Ferrari might not have initially imagined that her career would involve working with the largest players in the aerospace industry and more than 25 years at a national laboratory on the opposite side of the country. Ferrari has a flair for software — a befitting strength for her intellectual passions. “I had always been good…
On the hunt: HR’s ‘Talent Sourcers’ use a proactive approach to locating unique, hard-to-find applicants
With an abundance of applicants for about 500 job postings open on average at any given time, it’s clear that plenty of people are interested in working at the Lab. However, as recruiters know, for highly specialized jobs in STEM, locating the right person can be akin to finding a needle in a haystack. That’s where talent sourcers come in. Using various research methods,…
First-ever hybrid Women in Data Science Livermore event celebrates achievements, supports women in the field
Celebrating International Women’s Day on March 8, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) women data scientists, Lab employees and other attendees interested in the field gathered at the Livermore Valley Open Campus for the annual Livermore Women in Data Science (WiDS) regional event held in conjunction with the global WiDS conference. Attendees met online and in…
Registration open for all LLNL summer education programs
Registration is now open for Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s (LLNL’s) summer science education programs. Programming for the summer of 2023 includes hands-on experiences for students that relate to several research themes at LLNL. In addition, the Teacher Research Academy will equip educators with new resources to apply in their own classroom. STEM with…
All eyes on Lynda Tesillo
For Lynda Tesillo, Women’s History Month means more than reflecting on the past. Her path to Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory started with studying engineering at a university — a decision which put her in a unique position within her family. “We had limited resources growing up, particularly when it came to affording an education,” Tesillo said. “At the time, my…
Small business success story: Contractor GCJ graduates from the LLNS Mentor/Protégé Program
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has more than $1 billion in procurement needs each year, and employees may be surprised to hear that small businesses make up nearly 40% of that spending. Under guidance from the National Nuclear Security Administration, LLNL’s Small Business Program Office develops annual socioeconomic goals and takes necessary measures to…
Longtime employee Linda Thorne loves helping others
If you have ever called the O&B finance help desk, you have probably talked to Linda Thorne. You probably noticed her cheerful greeting, “Finance helpdesk, Linda speaking…”, (see the video clip) but didn’t realize that friendly voice belongs to one of the Lab’s longest tenured workers and a woman who started her career elbow-deep in the guts of the massive computers of…
A day in the life: LLNL’s construction managers
One of 68 active construction sites at LLNL, Bldg. 310 is looking pretty sharp. “This is where the pool was, and the locker rooms were over there,” said LLNL construction manager Nick Gomes, with a sweeping gesture across a new parking lot punctuated with just-planted landscaping over to a diminutive older building to the left that now houses a yoga studio. “It was huge.”…
All eyes on Lauren Casonhua
Lauren Casonhua’s journey to the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) begins with a love of stories. Growing up in Texas, she remembers returning home after each library visit with a stack of fiction books under her arm. “There’s something so incredible about immersing yourself in a different world and really seeing it through the protagonist’s eyes,” she said. “I…
NIF’s advances make Summer Scholar Program a coveted internship
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s (LLNL) National Ignition Facility’s (NIF) recent scientific advances, including the achievement of fusion ignition in December, have increased interest among aspiring young scientists for the NIF&PS Summer Scholar Program. “That’s kind of the cool thing about this past year,” said Patrick Poole, the program director. “We had so…
Five Lab teams recognized with Secretary’s Honor Achievement Awards
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) employees, participating in five project teams, recently earned Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary’s Honor Achievement Awards. Representing some of the highest internal, non-monetary recognition that DOE employees and contractors can receive, the Secretary’s Honor Awards recognize DOE employees and contractors for their…
All eyes on Rochelle Barker
Rochelle Barker grew up in Modesto, California, where she and her brother were raised by their grandmother. Two of the most important values that Barker learned from her grandmother were to work hard and to take care of those around you. “Grandma was a career waitress in a little truck shop on Interstate 5,” she said. “When I was 13, she paid me $20 a night to clear tables…
LLNL Director Kim Budil named to 'Power 100' list
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) Director Kim Budil has been selected by the San Francisco Business Times as one of the Power 100, an inaugural list highlighting the top 100 business leaders in the Bay Area. The Power 100 represents the region’s diverse industries and were chosen by the editorial staff to highlight leaders who are adeptly navigating their…
Benjy Grover appointed as transformation officer for LLNL
Benjy Grover has been appointed transformation officer for Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), effective Feb. 2, 2023. In this newly established role, Grover will help drive, coordinate and enable many of the Lab’s ongoing and future transformation efforts in culture, people management, policy, business systems and transformation-related strategic planning. His…
Beating the odds: Former Energetic Materials Center intern named U.S. Air Force Cadet of the Year
Second Lt. Hannah Fletcher, a 2021 Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) summer intern, has been named the 2022 United States Air Force (USAF) Cadet of the Year. This award recognizes the best cadet in an Air Force commissioning program based on military performance, academics and physical fitness. LLNL’s ROTC internship…
All eyes on Kerrie Ingraham
When Kerrie Ingraham started at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), she was immediately impressed by the welcoming environment that she encountered. Within her first year, she’d already discovered ways to participate in the Lab’s culture of guidance and mentorship. “Despite this being one of the largest organizations I’ve ever worked for, LLNL provides a lot of…
LLNL’s de Supinski named 2022 ACM fellow
The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) has named Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s Chief Technology Officer for Livermore Computing (LC) Bronis R. de Supinski as a 2022 ACM fellow, recognizing him for his contributions to the design of large-scale systems and their programming systems and software. The prestigious ACM fellows program honors the top 1% of ACM…
LLNL scientist named to Forbes ’30 under 30’ list
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory materials scientist Daniel Schwalbe-Koda has been named one of Forbes “30 under 30” for 2023 in the science category. Forbes features a list of 600 individuals under the age of 30 each year, who have impactful careers and/or accomplishments across a span of industries — healthcare, science, consumer technology, Hollywood, retail,…
All eyes on Tanim Islam
For Tanim Islam, a physicist in Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory's (LLNL) Design Physics Division, mentorship means improving systems that serve as barriers to employees as they acclimate and begin to work. One of his passions is looking closely at whether employees have suitable structures to accomplish their tasks. “I make a point to talk to newer staff about what…
Sue Marlais selected as LLNL’s chief information officer
Sue Marlais has been named Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s chief information officer (CIO), Deputy Director Carolyn Zerkle announced today. Her appointment is effective immediately. In this role, Marlais will execute all institutional information technology (IT) efforts, including business application development and support, institutional data center management,…
