In this week’s episode we sit down with DJ Johnson the CEO of ITech. We discuss his journey from South Central Los Angeles to Silicon Valley as an Azure Data and AI Specialist for Microsoft. We also discuss the mission behind ITech and its goal to help students, through their STEM and mentorship programs, find their way to Silicon Valley. 

Follow DJ:

Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/deejack24x8

In this episode we sit down with Dr. Shenell Tolson a biologist based in Maryland. She is an expert in public health, a published author and host of Stembassy podcast. We discuss the importance of public health and using scientific communication (SciCom) to break down complex topics within STEM.

Follow Dr. Shenell Tolson:

Instagram: @thepublichealthbae

Twitter: @G_Protein

In this week's episode we sit down with O'Neil Mbakwe who works at Samsung as a mechanical engineer. When he is not analyzing data at work, you can find him creating some dope music. He talks about pursuing your passions full-time even when you have a full-time job; and what it means to be your own biggest fan! Check out some of Genesis Grey's latest music below and follow him on LinkedIn to stay updated on all that he is working on!

O'Neil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oneil-mbakwe-0a8b43120/

O'Neil's Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Y08vfBe7Uruv7MluoSHHX?si=FJBbtayJQXOn1HwwhuWhqQ

In this episode we get to know Brandon Jackson a.k.a. Data Jackson who is an analytics enthusiast, educator and entrepreneur. We talk about the importance of data literacy in a new age digital economy. If you are struggling with figuring out if data is right for you, head on over to his website and purchase one of his awesome comics; they are full of gems and easy to follow!

Brandon's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/datajackson/

Brandon's Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datajackson_/

Brandon's Mentorship Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedatamentor/

Brandon's Website: https://www.datajackson.com/

In this episode we get to know the Two Blind Brothers cofounder and co-brother, Bradford Manning. We talk about the story behind the company, what it is like running a business with a disability and what it means to build a community by relating to your consumers.

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/twoblindbros/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/twoblindbrothers/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtsHxYoaxKBDl_kMQmtLPCw

Website: https://twoblindbrothers.com/

In this episode we get to know Pearl Ubaru. She is the owner of SiSTEM Tutoring Agency; a former high school math teacher; a recent Master's in Statistics degree holder; and a current data analyst. If you are looking to start your own business with only $800 in your pocket, and you are willing to play more than one role in your business, then this is the video for you!

F O L L O W P E A R L:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pearltheceo

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pearl-ubaru/

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://sistemtutoring.com/