No matter how diverse a workplace may be, we are always working on these issues and fighting for inclusion—and sometimes that is really tough. Our guest today has firsthand experience in these challenges as she works in a field in which there are not many black women. Join us for the conversation!

Jehnae Linkins is the Chief Technology Officer at Breezeshare, Inc and is a proud graduate of Lincoln University with a degree in physics. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in mechanical engineering. Outside of her educational pursuits, she also volunteers in her community, always believing in the importance of giving back and making a difference in the world around her. Through some difficult challenges, she has found great comfort in advocating for inclusive, equitable, and diverse spaces for women in historically underrepresented communities. Jehnae competes in beauty pageants and promotes a platform entitled, “Don’t Adjust Your Crown.” She also sings in her church’s gospel choir and plays the drums and percussion in the First State Symphonic Band. 

Show Highlights:

• Why Jehnae adopted the platform, “Don’t Adjust Your Crown”
• Why so many black women “dim their lights” and struggle to have confidence in themselves
• Why Jehnae found the courage to remove herself from situations that tried to dim her light
• How to react when someone dishonors who you are because of the color of your skin
• Why Jehnae wants to help young black students not have to go through what she endured
• Why it’s important to advocate for yourself and use your voice
• How Jehnae went through health challenges in a healthcare system that wasn’t built for her
• How she got into pageantry as another opportunity to present her platform 
• Jehnae’s best lessons learned

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Connect with Jehnae: Email

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