Win in STEM

Win In STEM

People of Color are underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields in the United States. With all odds against us, it is hard to excel and seek motivation in a field where we are always the minority. The Win in STEM Podcast will be a platform to highlight successful people of color “STEMinists” to show how you can get a seat at the table and WIN IN STEM!! Follow us on IG: @thewininstempodcast Beats by Femi, IG: @fe.astro

  1. 11/01/2023

    Breaking Barriers in STEM: Techsgiving

    We have another powerhouse on the podcast this week! Meet Ayodele ‘Ayo’ Duyile, the Co-Founder of Techsgiving. Ayo began his professional journey in the tech world in 2015 and has gained valuable experience working with big names like Lockheed Martin, Facebook, Microsoft, and now Google. Techsgiving is all about making the tech world more inclusive for black and brown communities globally. They started up in November 2018 because they noticed a serious lack of diversity in tech. To change that, they’ve teamed up with major players like Google, Amazon, Netflix, Microsoft, and JPMorgan & Chase Co. to make sure voices are heard and help underrepresented communities get the resources they need to thrive in tech. The Techsgiving annual summit is coming up on December 6 - 9, 2023, in Washington D.C. And don’t worry, if you’re not local you can still attend virtually! This is your gateway to career growth, entrepreneurship, and government tech. With 70+ speakers, 30+ hiring partners, and a surprise guest, this summit promises unmatched value! Tune in to learn more about what Techsgiving has to offer, the amazing speaker lineup, and how to join the community! Get Connected with Techsgiving: IG: @techsgiving Website: techsgiving.org/summit Promo code to get a free GA ticket or use as a credit towards VIP/Platinum: TGCP Questions or Feedback? Email: wininstempodcast@gmail.com Follow the podcast on IG: @thewininstempodcast Beats by Femi, IG: @fe.astro

    34 min
  2. 10/22/2023

    Breaking Barriers in STEM: STEMNoire

    Imagine walking into a lab, classroom, or a meeting, and being the only Black woman in the room. This is a reality for many of us in the field of STEM. Currently, only 2% of STEM jobs are held by Black women. Unfortunately, some of us end up leaving due to feelings of isolation, mistreatment, and a lack of opportunities. However, there are organizations working tirelessly to change this narrative. Meet Dr. Kilan Ashad-Bishop and Teressa Alexander, the co-founders of STEMNoire ! After a fateful phone conversation in 2019, they founded STEMNoire and began recruiting a team of Black women in STEM to build a community for us, by us. Since then, STEMNoire has grown into a global research and wellness community that convenes Black women and non-binary people in STEM to foster community, facilitate collaboration, and enhance personal and professional outcomes. STEMNoire hosts an annual conference where attendees across the globe are able to leave with targeted personal and professional development resources necessary for resilience in STEM education and the workforce. Tune in to learn more about why STEMNoire was created, how to join, and details on their upcoming conference!! Word on the street it’s coming to Washington D.C next year!! Get Connected with STEMNoire: IG/Twitter: @stemnoire Website: stemnoire.org Download the STEMNoire mobile app on Google Play or the App store! Questions or Feedback? Email: wininstempodcast@gmail.com Follow the podcast on IG: @thewininstempodcast Beats by Femi, IG: @fe.astro

    29 min
  3. 11/30/2022

    STEM Career Paths: Cloud Service Improvement Engineer

    New episode loading!! This week we cover the career of a Cloud Service Improvement Engineer. This role can be found in almost any organization. Their job is to analyze and improve the processes of a business continually. They work closely with project managers and quality specialists to identify potential for improvement. Our special guest, Tega Eshareturi, is a Cloud Service Improvement Engineer with Oracle NetSuite. In this role he works on improving and reporting on the reliability and uptime of NetSuite services. He is responsible for multiple process improvement initiatives and projects. Prior to joining Oracle, Tega worked as a Government Financial Data Analyst at Lockheed Martin. He holds a Bachelors in Management Information Systems from Texas Southern University and will be pursuing his Masters in Computer Information Systems with a concentration in Data Science at the University of Houston Clear-Lake in the Spring. Tega is the founder of TechTuri, an organization to help people of color transition into tech by providing a hub that uses technology, data, and networking to help optimize your life. Tune in to learn more about what a Cloud Service Improvement Engineer does, work-life balance, and certifications needed to transition into this career! Get Connected with Tega Eshareturi: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tega-p-eshareturi-014002142/ Website: techturi.org Email: tegapeters11@gmail.com, techturi.org@gmail.com Questions or Feedback? Email: wininstempodcast@gmail.com Follow the podcast on IG: @thewininstempodcast Beats by Femi, IG: @fe.astro

    30 min
  4. 10/19/2022

    STEM Career Paths: Cybersecurity

    Did you know October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month?! You know we had to interview a Cybersecurity specialist for our STEM Career Path series to represent! Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, devices, and programs from digital attacks. According to Norton, there are 2,200 cyberattacks per day which could equate to more than 800,000 people being hacked per year! In this week’s episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Haja Savage-Adan, a Cybersecurity Specialist at Liberty Mutual. Her career journey is very interesting! Haja obtained her B.A. in Crime and Justice Studies from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. After working at the police department and deciding that Law School was not for her, she decided to go back to school and obtained her M.S. in Cybersecurity from Northeastern University. This truly shows you can start from ANYWHERE to transition into STEM! Tune in to hear more about Haja’s story on why she switched into Cybersecurity, the need for more black women in the field, and how to transition into Cyber! You don’t want to miss this! Get Connected with Haja Savage-Adan: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hajaksavage Instagram: @the_skrypt Resources: https://www.cybersecurityeducation.org https://www.hackthebox.com https://www.cybrary.it Job Board: https://jobs.masscybercenter.org/jobs https://www.dice.com Mentorship | Fellowships: https://masscybercenter.org https://www.hackdiversity.com https://www.wicys.com Book Recommendation: Atomic Habits by James Clear Questions or Feedback? Email: wininstempodcast@gmail.com Follow the podcast on IG: @thewininstempodcast Beats by Femi, IG: @fe.astro

    44 min
5
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30 Ratings

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People of Color are underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields in the United States. With all odds against us, it is hard to excel and seek motivation in a field where we are always the minority. The Win in STEM Podcast will be a platform to highlight successful people of color “STEMinists” to show how you can get a seat at the table and WIN IN STEM!! Follow us on IG: @thewininstempodcast Beats by Femi, IG: @fe.astro