Driving Change Across the Industry

Empowering Women in Plastics

Miriam Olivi, Women in Plastics Italy

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CHEManager: What inspired you to pursue a career in the plastics industry, and what key moments or mentors have shaped your professional journey so far?

Miriam Olivi: I was drawn to the plastics industry early in my career, fascinated by its pivotal role in enabling countless innovations and by its global dimension. My professional journey began in a back-office sales role and over time I embraced positions of increasing responsibility, which allowed me to develop both technical and managerial skills.

Key moments include my appointment as General Manager at Frigosystem, which challenged me to lead transformation and international growth. I was fortunate to have mentors who believed in my potential and supported my ambitions, even when the industry was less open to female leadership than it is today. Their trust taught me the importance of empowering others and inspired me to dedicate part of my work to building opportunities for women. I am deeply honored to serve as the first President of Women in Plastics Italy, an association dedicated to empowering women and promoting sustainability within the plastics industry. This role is especially meaningful to me, as it allows me to set an example for other women and for the next generations, encouraging them to believe in the opportunities this sector has to offer.