On this episode, Mel Butcher and Erika Jefferson (founder of Black Women in Science and Engineering, BWiSE) discuss the latest on the state of women in STEM. Hear from Erika what trends she is seeing in STEM heavy industries for talent recruitment, attrition, employee priorities, and what leaders can do to attract and retain the best and brightest.

Reference Links:

• Study, Women in STEM are Struggling in the Workplace
• Women Making Gains in STEM Occupations, But Still Underrepresented
• Diversity and STEM: Women, Minorities and Persons with Disabilities

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