BALTIMORE - eTradeWire -- Maryland Army National Guard Brig. Gen. Janeen L. Birckhead, the newly confirmed 31st adjutant general of Maryland, will keynote the Women to Watch Summit, sponsored by the 28th Women of Color STEM Conference on May 5 at 10:00 am.

The Women to Watch Summit is a premier event for women in STEM, and Brig. Gen. Birckhead's keynote address will be a highlight of the conference. Her leadership experience and extensive knowledge within the Maryland Army National Guard will bring invaluable expertise to this important event.

"I am honored Brig. Gen Birckhead will keynote the Women to Watch Summit and to have the opportunity to speak to so many talented women in STEM," said Nikkie Stevens, Women to Watch event planner. "She is passionate about the importance of the National Guard's mission and the selfless service of our Soldiers, Airmen, federal and state civilian employees, and volunteers, who represent the best of our great state."

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Brig. Gen. Birckhead's impressive career includes serving as the commander of the Maryland Army National Guard, leading 14,000 National Guard troops from across the nation providing security for the Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol after the attacks of Jan. 6, 2021, and being appointed as the governor's lead for Maryland's Vaccine Equity Task Force.

The Women to Watch Summit will take place on May 5, and registration is open to all interested participants. The conference is an opportunity for women in STEM to connect, share experiences, and learn from each other's successes.

"We are thrilled to have Brig. Gen. Birckhead keynote our Women to Watch Summit," said the organizers of the 28th Women of Color STEM Conference. "Her leadership and dedication to service are an inspiration to us all, and we are excited to hear her insights on leadership and overcoming challenges in STEM."  Registration is free at www.metawomenofcolor.com