Meet Marybeth Miceli - We-NDT & NDTMA
From Vision to Impact
In the dynamic world of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), few names resonate as powerfully as Marybeth Miceli. As the President & Founder of Miceli Infrastructure Consulting, Principal and Co-Founder of We-NDT Marketing Network and the Executive Director of NDTMA, Marybeth has been a formidable force in pushing the boundaries of technology and workforce development within the industry. With a career that spans over two decades, her journey is not just a testament to her own resilience but also to the potential of women in NDT.
Early Inspirations:
Marybeth's foray into NDT was almost serendipitous. "The day before I started at Johns Hopkins, I read about Dr. Robert Green's work on NDT of bridges. It was a moment of clarity," she recalls. Her passion for infrastructure and the role of NDT in its maintenance was ignited early and has been the driving force behind her career.
Journey in NDT:
Starting at age 18 in the labs at Hopkins, Marybeth's career has been marked by a series of pioneering roles. From conducting eddy current tests on bike cranks to undertaking acoustic microscopy of vehicle armor, her early experiences laid a solid foundation. Her work at Ground Zero and on numerous bridges in NYC and NJ are particularly notable. "Each project was a learning curve, pushing me to explore the uncharted territories of NDT," she shares.