In This Episode, I talk with Danielle Lewis, CEO of HBCU STEM Education Run, and Miracle Sims, actress, author, entrepreneur, and CEO of Miracle Plays LLC, about Empowering STEM and STEAM futures.

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Danielle Lewis and Miracle Sims:

• Why do you feel STEM is important for our kids?
• What advice can you give about the need for more representation in STEM?
• How do you engage the community through your organizations?
• What memorable moments have you had that highlight the impact of your work in STEM and STEAM?
• What advice would you give to young girls and underrepresented youth to encourage them to pursue STEM and STEAM careers?
• What tools and resources do you provide to support STEM and STEAM education?

Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode About Empowering STEM and STEAM Futures:

• Importance of Early Exposure to STEM**: Danielle Lewis highlights how early exposure to STEM can shape children's interests and career paths, sharing her personal journey influenced by her mother's engineering background.
• Representation in STEM**: Both guests stress the need for diverse representation in STEM fields. Diverse perspectives lead to better problem-solving and innovation.
• Community Engagement**: Danielle discusses the various fitness events and educational programs hosted by HBCU STEM Education Run, aimed at promoting health, wealth, and education in the Black community.
• Combining Faith and Science**: Miracle Sims shares how she integrates faith and science in her work, particularly through her character, Madam Miraculous, in educational events at her church.
• Advice for Young Aspirants**: The guests encourage young people to pursue their dreams despite potential discouragement and to seek out clubs, programs, and resources that can help them develop their interests in STEM and STEAM.
• Tools and Resources Provided**: Danielle and Miracle offer various resources, including scholarships, live events, educational programs, and children's books to support and inspire the next generation of STEM and STEAM professionals.

About the Host: Tiffani Teachey
Tiffani Teachey is a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) advocate, TEDx international speaker, and international best-selling author of the children’s book “What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z,” the STEM Crew Kids Adventures series, and three empowerment books. She is the host of the Read It Right Radio Show on WDRBmedia. Tiffani owns Thrive Edge Publishing and is the owner/publishing consultant of Inspired Authors Publishing. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Engineering Management, both from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is a Leadership Studies Ph.D. student at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

As an engineer with over 19 years of experience, Tiffani is passionate about inspiring the next generation to engage in STEM careers. She was born and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and enjoys traveling and being a youth mentor. For more about Tiffani, visit her website at www.TiffaniTeachey.com. Check out the free STEM gift—the 10 STEM Scholarships & Organizations e-book—at www.stemistheway.com.