Emily Carlson

Chief Executive Officer and Founder at PBA Consulting

Information Technology and Services

Batavia, NY, USA
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Biography

Emily Carlson is a leading executive and mentor in the Healthcare IT consulting industry. Emily’s 30-year career in Information Technology and Project Management realms has focused on supporting her passion for the healthcare industry by delivering best-in-class quality projects to aid strategic initiatives and grow revenue for her clients.

Emily is a coach and mentor to organizations, the technology industry, and throughout her community. Her podcast, Powered by Authenticity, advocates to change the trajectory of equity and inclusion for females through insightful, inspiring conversations from women who are forging ahead in careers that do not have a balanced female representation. Emily travels the country as a conference and event keynote speaker focusing on topics ranging from her technical expertise to equity and inclusion.

Among her many accolades, Emily is most proud of being chosen in 2021 as one of the Top Women Leaders in Technology, Excellence and Innovation by Consulting Magazine. In 2022 Consul

Passion

Technology, driving equity and inclusion in STEM, helping others find their voice and family!

Best Story

“Girls from Alexander, NY do not become CEO’s”…

That is a direct quote from my high school guidance counselor and typing teacher. That was the supporting message that I received as a young adult about my abilities to be a CEO…a leader within any organization that I wanted to grow within. Those words are deafening to any girl, but one with high expectations of what she wants to become. Did I mention those words were spoken to me from a female? Truth is, I buried these words and really hadn’t thought about them much until the past few years. However, as I’ve been focused on climbing the corporate ladder to obtain my high school goals, these have become the fuel to my career.

Example talks

"Own the Room: Lead, Speak Up, Break Barriers"

This program is perfect for:


  • Women in STEM navigating male-dominated spaces and looking to build confidence

  • Leaders, mentors, and allies seeking to foster inclusivity and support women in STEM

The audience will leave with:


  • Strategies to confidently own their space, speak up, and lead authentically

  • Tactical ways to challenge biases, build strong networks, and drive change in STEM

Description:

Being the only woman in the room? Been there. It can feel isolating, intimidating, and downright frustrating. But instead of shrinking back, it’s time to own the room, lead with confidence, and shake things up.

In this high-energy, no-nonsense session, Emily Carlson shares real stories, hard-won lessons, and actionable strategies for women in STEM to overcome imposter syndrome, build credibility, and challenge outdated norms—without losing what makes them, them.

This isn’t about blending in. It’s about stepping up, taking your space, and paving the way for the next generation. Whether you're just starting out or leading the charge, this session will leave you with the confidence, strategies, and community to not just survive—but thrive.

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Best Story

“Girls from Alexander, NY do not become CEO’s”…

That is a direct quote from my high school guidance counselor and typing teacher. That was the supporting message that I received as a young adult about my abilities to be a CEO…a leader within any organization that I wanted to grow within. Those words are deafening to any girl, but one with high expectations of what she wants to become. Did I mention those words were spoken to me from a female? Truth is, I buried these words and really hadn’t thought about them much until the past few years. However, as I’ve been focused on climbing the corporate ladder to obtain my high school goals, these have become the fuel to my career.

Example talks

"Own the Room: Lead, Speak Up, Break Barriers"

This program is perfect for:


  • Women in STEM navigating male-dominated spaces and looking to build confidence

  • Leaders, mentors, and allies seeking to foster inclusivity and support women in STEM

The audience will leave with:


  • Strategies to confidently own their space, speak up, and lead authentically

  • Tactical ways to challenge biases, build strong networks, and drive change in STEM

Description:

Being the only woman in the room? Been there. It can feel isolating, intimidating, and downright frustrating. But instead of shrinking back, it’s time to own the room, lead with confidence, and shake things up.

In this high-energy, no-nonsense session, Emily Carlson shares real stories, hard-won lessons, and actionable strategies for women in STEM to overcome imposter syndrome, build credibility, and challenge outdated norms—without losing what makes them, them.

This isn’t about blending in. It’s about stepping up, taking your space, and paving the way for the next generation. Whether you're just starting out or leading the charge, this session will leave you with the confidence, strategies, and community to not just survive—but thrive.