There is still work to be done once underrepresented minorities break into Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (#STEM) #careers. Listen as Regine and Michael finish interviewing James Jackson on the challenges underrepresented minorities face once they graduate including access to opportunity and promotion. James, Regine, and Michael detail the overall strategy and support needed; the inspiration and factors influencing career growth; and how mentors, advocates, and peers must continue to retain and build the network.
Conversation Time Stamps:
0:00 – Introduction
1:17 – What challenges do underrepresented minorities in STEM face?
8:06 – How do you keep in touch with mentees in STEM?
10:23 – Have you lost underrepresented minorities in STEM careers?
13:35 – What’s next for you? What is next for the Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program?
The Gears in Motion podcast aims to encourage the next generation of professionals in STEM by uncovering the stories and barriers faced in the industry and provoke thought around how to drive careers in these spaces.
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Executive Director & Producer: Michael Boone
Regine is a Transportation Executive with a long record of leadership and excellence. Regine uses her professional success to enrich her life and others’ through creative and philanthropic initiatives in the US and Haiti. She seeks to sustain her Joy and live with Purpose.
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