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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 Support this podcast: https://podc ...
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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…
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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 organiza…
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We’re back with another episode and this one is for my Public Health folks!! Meet Olivia Umoren, MPH, Founder and CEO of LIV Consulting & Career Services. LIV Consulting & Career Services supports high school students to executive-level professionals in achieving their career goals in Public Health and Health Policy. Olivia launched her business in…
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Are you looking for a job in tech? The tech industry is highly competitive, and finding the right job can be a daunting task, but platforms like Black Tech Pipeline make the process so much easier! Meet Pariss Chandler, Founder and CEO of Black Tech Pipeline! Pariss Chandler is a former aesthetician turned Tech Founder. In 2018, she posted a viral …
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Happy New Month, everyone! It’s been some time, but we’re excited to be back!!! We’re kicking off this season with a special series titled “Breaking Barriers in STEM”. In this series, we’ll shine a spotlight on STEM organizations and businesses within our community that are actively working to remove obstacles and create opportunities for people of…
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Guess what?!! It’s the season finale!! We started the season back in March and we’re 10 episodes deep! This week we’ll wrap up the STEM Career Path series. I get a lot of questions, “What do you do for work? What is a Systems Engineer?” So why not have an episode about it and answer everyone’s questions! Systems engineering is an interdisciplinary …
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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 Es…
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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…
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“I am a Mechanical Engineer, Not a Mechanic”. If you didn’t know, there is a BIG difference between the two. Mechanical engineers are problem solvers who apply their skills to design, develop, build, and test all sorts of mechanical devices, tools, engines, and machines in just about every type of industry. They’re ranked among the top 10 fields na…
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New episode, new career! All roads lead to Product Management! Product management is key to building great products. Product Managers are responsible for overseeing product development from ideation to launch. They brainstorm new products, seek to improve current ones, and attempt to maximize efficiency and profitability at their companies. Our spe…
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In our last episode, we kicked off the “STEM Career Paths” series where we highlighted the career as an Actuary. This week, we will highlight the career as a Data Scientist. A data scientist is responsible for collecting, analyzing and interpreting extremely large amounts of data. Data Science enables companies to efficiently understand data from m…
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New Month, New Series! In the STEM Career Paths Series, we will provide insight into various STEM career paths. Too often, people don’t realize the large amount of career opportunities available in STEM. Sometimes these careers aren’t brought to our attention as a person of color, which can lead to missed opportunities and money for us. This week w…
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Everyone has setbacks. Maybe you were skipped over for a promotion, failed an exam, or didn’t get your dream job/internship. You feel like going into hiding and shutting the world out. But remember, that won’t make the problem go away. How you respond to these setbacks is important and resiliency is needed to bounce back and keep on going. So, in t…
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Who you wit? *Lil Jon voice* Who’s in your network? Have you heard the saying “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know”? It’s never too early or too late to invest in your network. Expanding your community can open doors to new opportunities for business, career advancement, and personal growth. In this week’s episode, I had the opportunity to sp…
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Guest: Justin Cloud About this episode: The rumors are true!! We’re backkk!!! We’re kicking off the season teaching you a new way to secure the bag! Thank you Region 1 NSBE Professionals for sponsoring this episode! There are a lot of ways to go about looking for that dream job, but few are as effective and time-worthy as a career/job fair. In this…
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Guest: Dr. Floryn Ajuzie About this episode: Who knew there were levels to entrepreneurship! Meet Dr. Floryn Ajuzie, the not your average pharmacist! She is an entrepreneur, educator, mentor, and traveler. Dr. Floryn is a woman of God that upholds many leadership positions within and outside the church. She currently works in the pharmaceutical ind…
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Guest: Chibuzo Ononiwu About this episode: Did y’all enjoy our last episode?! We have another dope entrepreneur this week! Meet Chibuzo Ononiwu, the “Serial Entrepreneur”! Everything she touches turns to cash! Engineer by day and business woman by night, Chibuzo is a woman with many talents!! Chibuzo works as a Performance Engineer at General Motor…
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Guest: Jaysen Goncalves About this episode: Season 2 will soon come to an end, so it’s only right we go out with a bang! Have you ever thought of owning your own business and becoming an entrepreneur? Do you need advice on how to launch your creative ideas? Win in STEM has you covered! In our new series, we will highlight people of color STEMinists…
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Guest: Duane Rollins About this episode: We all need support and guidance in our personal and professional lives. But how do you build a network of people who will lift you up when you need it? How do you know if your current situation calls for a coach, mentor, or a sponsor? In this week’s episode, I had the opportunity to speak with Duane Rollins…
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Guest: LaKiesha Tomlin About this episode: Did you know there are now more jobs available than before the pandemic?! Now is a great opportunity to brush off your interview skills. We know interviews can be terrifying, especially technical interviews. But don’t worry, Win in STEM has you covered! We got you! This week, I had the opportunity to inter…
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Guests: Jelani Vassall, Lisa Hauser, Rob Ramey About this episode: A wise man named Drake once told me, “Know yourself, know your worth”. He was definitely up to something!! Did you know people of color are less likely to negotiate their job offers compared to their white counterparts? We need to change this! In this week’s episode, I sat down with…
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Guests: Dr. Pamela E. Harris and Dr. Aris Winger from Mathematically Uncensored Podcast About this episode: In our last episode, we discussed "Securing the Bag". Now this week, we'll be discussing "Securing the Degree"! I had the pleasure of collaborating with Dr. Pamela Harris and Dr. Aris Winger, the cohosts of Mathematically Uncensored Podcast. …
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Guest: Dr. Tony Awojoodu About this episode: Who's ready to secure the bag?!! This week, I had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Tony Awojoodu. Dr. Awojoodu is the Founder and CEO of Tone's Professional Advisory Solutions and Services (TonesPASS), where he helps high potential and impact-oriented professionals achieve peak performance in their live…
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In this episode, I had the chance to sit down with Esque Sanders Jr., retired Lockheed Martin employee, and Lee Boyd II, Lockheed Martin employee and son of Lee A. Boyd II (deceased), to speak about the "Dynamic 1975 Toolmakers" of the F-16 fighter aircraft program. The Toolmakers of 1975 became the first ten young men of African American and Hispa…
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Guest: Rebecca Garcia About this episode: It's the SEASON FINALE!!! This week, I had the opportunity to speak with Rebecca Garcia. Rebecca is a Mindset & Career Coach for women in tech. She helps women build fulfilling six-figure careers in tech by leveraging their existing skills and experiences. Previously she was a self-taught Developer at Squar…
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Guest: Dr. Lillian Phuong About this episode: This week I had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Lillian Phuong, a Clinical Inpatient Pharmacist at the San Francisco VA Medical Center. She received her B.S. in Pharmacy Studies and Doctorate of Pharmacy from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. In this episode, Dr. Phuong discusses her journey into…
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Guest: Ivenetta Smith About this episode: In this week's episode, I had the opportunity to speak with Ivenetta Smith, a General Engineer for the Navy. Ivenetta discusses her introduction to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) at a young age and how it motivated her to persevere as she majored in Mathematics and Civil Engineering. I…
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Guest: Dr. Parshati Patel About this episode: This week I had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Parshati Patel. She is an astrophysicist, science communicator, educator and researcher based in London, Ontario, Canada. In this episode, Dr. Parshati Patel talks about what an Astrophysicist is, her journey as a female person color in STEM , the import…
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Guest: Omose Ogala About this episode: In this week's episode, Omose shares his STEM journey from undergrad to working as a Software Engineer at Twitter. We talk about fighting imposter syndrome, code switching, the benefits of joining the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) organization, and much more! Get Connected with Omose Ogala: Twitte…
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Guest: Jason Asirifi About this episode: In this week's episode, Jason keeps it real on being a person of color in Engineering. He currently serves in a role as Superintendent, where he manages day-to-day operations of various construction projects throughout the Boston Metro Area. We talk about the lack of diversity in the C-Suite, the importance …
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Guest: Dr. Monique Farrell About this episode: In this week's episode, we start our series "How it Started vs. How's it Going" ! I had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Monique Farrell. Dr. Farrell earned her PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from Norfolk State University after completing her B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University …
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The Win in STEM podcast is officially here! This podcast will be a platform to highlight successful people of color. You will hear first-hand from our guests about their paths to successful careers, obstacles they’ve faced, starting your own business, mental health, and much more! Be ready to be inspired, encouraged, and motivated to start "Winning…
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