Dilek Alkaya

CHemical engineer with optimization and process simulation background working at petrochemical plant as control engineer..Passionate about giving back to community through various non profit organization involvements...Lifetime member of AICHE /NORCAL, SWE/MtD , D57 ToastmastersServing each at local section and D57 levels leadership roles..Enjoy and practice forming creative , practical ideas .. One of my favorite qoute:"Success doesnt come to you You go for it M Collins" I add at least one new skill set/activity to my life every year: yoga , learning Japanese , Ikebana flower arrangements are a few recent examples. Also encourage my teammates do the same i.e add something new to their tasks , way we do things , to their roles of responsibilities, social life etc .Love art & science, travel and exploring historic countries/locations and different cultures...METU, CMU and U of A alumni...lived in Pittsburgh & Allentown Pennsylvania, Edmonton Canada Currently lives in Bay Area California