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Workshop Overview/Description
In an era of rapid technological disruption, the ability to translate complex engineering challenges into scalable, human-centered solutions is a critical competitive advantage. This intensive workshop is designed to equip engineers, researchers, and entrepreneurs with the strategic frameworks needed to lead the STEM design revolution. By integrating Design Thinking with professional strategy, participants gain the practical skills required to move beyond traditional brainstorming toward high-impact, iterative innovation that addresses real-world needs.
The session leverages kinesthetic modeling using LEGO® to map complex systems and unlock cognitive breakthroughs. This world-renowned methodology allows teams to tackle systemic challenges in a collaborative environment, placing empathy and stakeholder alignment as the heart of technical development. The framework actively reduces bias and integrates diverse perspectives, ensuring that final prototypes are inclusive, ethical, and aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Beyond technical application, this workshop cultivates essential "future of work" competencies: strategic creativity, high-performance teamwork, and actionable problem-solving. Participants will leave with a professional toolkit for rapid prototyping and a clear roadmap for applying these methodologies to their own organizational challenges.
Join us at IEEE TEMSCON Global 2026 to bridge the gap between technical excellence and strategic leadership, designing the future one brick at a time.
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Pía Torres - LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/piatorres/
Electronics Engineer, PMI®️-PMP/SAFe®️/CSM®️ Certifications. University Professor and Social Entrepreneur. Expert in innovation, digital transformation, process automation and project management of Engineering and Technology projects in industries: Food & Beverage, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Energy, IT, IOT, etc.
Sr. Technical Project Manager at Globant - Growtec & Roboteam Co-Founder, Professor at Di Tella University, Buenos Aires, Argentina. IEEE: IEEE Sr. Member & HKN Member - IEEE Humanitarian Technologies Board Member - IEEE Industry Applications Past Board Member - IEEE Diversity & Inclusion Committee Member - IEEE Educational Activities Member
Romina Fairbairn - LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romina-fairbairn/
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, University Professor and Social Entrepreneur. Expert in education and skills development. Facilitator of STEM workshops for children, adolescents and adults. LEGO®️ Education Academy Certified Teacher Trainer.
Cross Talent Planning Coordinator at Galileo Latam (former Technisys) - Growtec & Roboteam Co-Founder. Professor at Di Tella University, Buenos Aires, Argentina. IEEE: IEEE EdSoc Argentina Past Chair
Note: Eng. Pía Torres and Bsc. Romina Fairbairn are specialists in facilitating STEM learning experiences.
They met in IEEE and because of their shared purpose of democratising STEM Education, and making it more inclusive, 6 years ago they founded Roboteam, a STEM Outreach initiative with the support of IEEE Women in Engineering, with the objective to inspire STEM disciplines to boys, girls and teenagers.
Roboteam encourages their interest to become leaders and change makers building technology-based projects to solve social problems in their communities. They learn about sustainable development goals, teamwork, leadership, communication, and entrepreneurship. The main objective is to reach kids from underserved communities who do not have these kinds of opportunities and with a great focus on girls, a minority in these disciplines: https://ewh.ieee.org/r9/argentina/roboteam/
Also, they founded Growtec, a consultancy company that generates innovative triple-impact processes to empower people and teams, as well as products and results. Their focus on NGOs, Small Business and Entrepreneurs with the objective to scale up their opportunities. https://growtec.com.ar/
They share the vision of using technology and education as a means to include and integrate, transforming people, expanding their capabilities, and turning them into leaders and agents of change.
Among their qualifications, it highlights:
Extensive experience in facilitating STEM outreach and learning experiences
Expertise in innovation, digital transformation, process improvement, and project management.
Passion for using technology and education to include and integrate, transforming people, expanding their capabilities, and turning them into leaders and agents of change.
Strong track record of success in developing and delivering STEM workshops for children, adolescents, and adults.
Workshop Speakers
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