Professional Development for Women and Minorities: Recent Episodes
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Learning Objective(s): "Strategic Women Rising: Voices that Inspire Impact" is a dynamic panel featuring trailblazing women from both STEM fields and corporate leadership roles. The discussion will explore the upward trajectory of women in high-ranking positions within these traditionally male-dominated industries, offering invaluable insights into their professional journeys. Each panelist will share personal stories of breaking barriers, overcoming challenges, and shaping the future of their respective fields.
The conversation will also focus on the importance of mentorship, leadership, and advocacy in fostering more inclusive environments for women in STEM and corporate sectors. As these women highlight the pivotal moments in their careers, attendees will gain practical strategies for leveraging their voices to create lasting impact. Additionally, the panel will examine the evolving role of women in decision-making positions, exploring how their contributions are driving innovation and influencing positive change.
"Strategic Women Rising" aims to inspire current and future leaders, providing a platform for women to empower one another and champion diversity and equity in the workplace. This panel will serve as a beacon for women aspiring to rise within their fields, proving that their voices not only matter but can inspire significant impact.
Speakers:
Sheena Rubin Army Enterprise Marketing Office (AEMO)
CSM Faith Alexander Command Sergeant MajorArmy Enterprise Marketing Office (AEMO)
MG Michelle Link Commanding GeneralU.S. Army
BG Antoinette Gant Chief, Army Enterprise Marketing OfficeUnited States Army
MG Jason Kelly Deputy Commanding GeneralUSACE
Learning Objective(s): HP People Leaders will facilitate an engaging and interactive session focused on understanding and managing microaggressions and biases in the workplace. This presentation will explore the complexities of collaborating with colleagues who may unknowingly or knowingly introduce biases and microaggressions into conversations and team dynamics. Participants will receive practical, effective strategies for identifying, addressing, and reducing these issues. The session aims to empower attendees to challenge biases effectively, reduce fear and hesitation, and foster an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and thoughtful collaboration.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
1. Manage conversations, expectations, and hold people accountability
2. We know that it happens, but it shouldn’t.
3. Manage those allowances to do the wrong things or be counter-productive
Speakers:
Nadia McKinney Sr. Director, Executive Talent AcquisitionHP, Inc. Rebecca Swanson Cloud Developer & Data Engineer ManagerHP,Inc Krista Madril R&D Senior ManagerHP Inc. Margaret-Marie Miles Account Delivery ManagerHP Inc.
Learning Objective(s): The essence of executive presence and the importance of commanding respect and influence in leadership roles. This discussion will highlight the unique journey of black female leaders in developing and asserting their executive presence.
Speakers:
Michelle Carpenter Attorney and Senior Corporate CounselJacobs Kimberly Watkins Global Solutions DirectorJacobs Chandace Richardson Arledge Vice President of Growth & Sales OperationsJacobs
Learning Objective(s): The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a US scientific and regulatory agency charged with forecasting weather, monitoring oceanic and atmospheric conditions and space weather, charting the seas, conducting deep-sea exploration, fisheries management and protecting marine life and endangered species in the US. The agency employs over 12,000 civil employees all across the U.S. and its territories with career fields ranging from STEM fields in engineering, marine and atmospheric science, and meteorology to other careers that support NOAA’s business processes including public policy, finance, and project and portfolio management. In this session, you will hear from women in NOAA who are advancing their careers to work in leadership levels of the agency. The panel will address questions and/or decision points they’ve had in their careers when considering advancing to the next level. They will also discuss challenges they’ve faced as women in considering career goals, family obligations, experiences, and circumstances to make decisions about climbing the career ladder and will talk about opportunities within leadership development programs as a pathway to prepare for transitions into leadership roles. Participants in this session will be able to explore the “Wonderful world of NOAA”, gain more insight about leadership competencies, mentoring, network building, and the nuances of career advancement at this exciting agency. Come join us!
Speakers:
Alisa Young Weather and Climate Portfolio LeadNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Nelsie RamosMeteorologistNOAA Isha Renta LopezPhysical ScientistNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Lihang ZhouLEO Satellite Product ManagerNOAA PaTrina GregoryBudget AnalystNOAA Monique BaskinDeputy Director, Office of National Marine SanctuariesNOAA
Learning Objective: This discussion aims to inspire and empower women of color to become active participants and leaders in the field of AI. By showcasing the achievements and contributions of women of color in AI, the discussion will break down stereotypes and demonstrate the significant impact they are already having in the field. It will also provide practical advice and resources for pursuing a career in AI, encouraging women of color to envision themselves as future leaders and innovators in this transformative technology.
Speakers:
Nicole HenleyRegional ManagerGoogle Danielle Leach Regional Program ManagerGoogle
Learning Objective(s):
In today's ever-evolving professional landscape, the intersection of emotional intelligence and leadership has emerged as a pivotal area of focus, especially for women of color.
In this session, we will explore strategies to not only survive but thrive in environments where women of color have been historically underrepresented.
This is a unique opportunity for women of color in STEM to connect, share experiences, and gain the tools needed to excel in their careers while staying true to themselves. Join us for an inspiring and educational experience that celebrates the brilliance of women of color in STEM.
Esteemed leaders and panelists, Jeanne Callahan (Executive Vice President, Internal Audits, HII), Dr. Sondia Christian (Director of Business Integration, HII Ingalls Shipbuilding division), Evelyn Gregory (Director, Ethics, EEO & Diversity, HII Newport News Shipbuilding division), have successfully navigated their careers in their respective fields and will share personal stories, insights, and practical advice. Topics will include mastering emotional intelligence, stepping into your power, advocating for oneself, and overcoming stereotypes and microaggressions.
You don’t want to miss this exciting executive panel.
Together, we will learn how to lead unapologetically and thrive as pioneers in our respective fields.
Participants will explore:
• Emotional intelligence, building resilience, and self-empowerment.
• Value of mentorship, creating a supportive network and personal board of directors.
• Actionable strategies for career advancement, effective communication, and leadership development.
Speaker(s):
Margaret Williams Corporate ManagerHII Sondia ChristianDirector, Business IntegrationHuntington Ingalls Industries Jeanne Callahan Executive Vice PresidentHII Evelyn Gregory Director, Ethics, EEO & DiversityHuntington Ingalls Industries
Learning Objectives: Attendees will gain practical tips and insights from RTX employees and learn about the foundational skills that will prepare them for success in the workplace.Speaker(s):
Carolynn KitamuraAntenna Subsystem EngineerRTX Olia Bartley Associate Director Supply ChainRTX Jessica Jenkins DT Program Manager, Mergers Acquisitions & DivestituresRTX Ajilli Hardy Principal Engineer, Aero ThermFluid, Commercial EnginesRTX
Learning Objectives: Attendees will gain practical tips and insights from RTX employees and learn about the foundational skills that will prepare them for success in the workplace.
Speaker(s):
Carolynn KitamuraAntenna Subsystem EngineerRTX Olia Bartley Associate Director Supply ChainRTX Jessica Jenkins DT program manager, Mergers Acquisitions & DivestituresRTX Ajilli Hardy Principal Engineer, Aero ThermFluid, Commercial EnginesRTX
Learning Objectives: Enhance your understanding of different career choices and paths that can help inform your next career steps through an exciting dialogue with outstanding leaders and scientists from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service.
Thinking about your personal and professional goals are critical steps in planning your STEM career in these rapidly changing times. Barriers are being broken and the future looks bright with opportunities for STEM careers. Given this rapid period of change, what should you be thinking about as you plan your career? Join U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service panel members as they share their personal journeys and describe how they approached their career choices, including overcoming challenges and seeking opportunities in different ways.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be better able to:
- Use what has been shared by panel members as guidance to help build a road map to career success.
- Understand how making decisions based on personal and professional goals and values can lead to career satisfaction and success.
- Design next steps in their career plans to select a career path aligned with their personal and professional goals.
Speaker(s):
Ashley Thompson Procurement AnalystForest Service, USDA
Roderquita MooreResearch ChemistUSDA Forest Service
Toral Patel-Weynand Director, Sustainable Forest Management ResearchU.S. Forest Service
Shaneka Lawson Research Plant PhysiologistUSDA Forest Service
In today's fast-paced world, technology is advancing rapidly, and it's essential for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) managers to keep up with the latest trends. This seminar aims to educate STEM managers on the critical technology trends that are shaping the industry and impacting their jobs.
During this seminar, we will cover the latest technology trends, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, the internet of things (IoT), and more. We will explore how these technologies are transforming the business landscape and what they mean for STEM managers.
The seminar will provide insights into how STEM managers can leverage these trends to stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive in their respective fields. We will also discuss the potential risks and challenges associated with adopting these technologies and how to manage them.
Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and interactive discussions, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest technology trends and their impact on STEM management. They will leave the seminar with practical insights and strategies to effectively navigate the ever-changing technological landscape and drive innovation in their organizations.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Understand the latest technology trends and their impact on STEM management.
- Gain insights into how to leverage these trends to stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive in their respective fields.
- Learn about potential risks and challenges associated with adopting these technologies and how to manage them.
- Develop practical strategies for effectively navigating the ever-changing technological landscape and driving innovation in their organizations.
- Network with other STEM managers and industry experts to share insights and best practices.
Speakers:
Christopher JockGlobal Sciences Practice DirectorActalent Services Tatemya DouglasGlobal Strategic Programs Leader Brandon HaChief Technology OfficePepsiCo Inc.
Motivated by a sense of duty and a calling to make an impact on the human condition, a professional career dedicated to public service can be very rewarding. Yet for women of color, it can also sometimes pose challenges that impact both their contributions to service and their career trajectories.
In this session, you’ll meet WOC leaders from Department of Commerce subcomponent agencies, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Learn how these esteemed public servants who support and advance STEM innovation globally -- especially to underserved communities -- have navigated the federal landscape - both challenges and opportunities - during their careers. This panel will discuss negotiating identity, visibility, and authenticity; maneuvering hostile waters and creating brave spaces; and defining and celebrating success.
Speakers:
Sharon WatsonInternational Program SpecialistUnited States Patent and Trademark Office Alisa YoungWeather and Climate Portfolio LeadNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Rita WilliamsSupervisory Administrative OfficerNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Nathanya FergusonUnited States Patent and Trademark Office Kiesha BryantUnited States Patent and Trademark Office Marilyn NashUnited States Patent and Trademark Office
As a community, we have grown accustomed to the voices of influence at the proverbial “table” being reflective of very few black women, if any at all. The closer the table gets to the C-suite, the influence of the black female voice diminishes even more. Raytheon Technologies, a leader with a global reach specializing in defense and commercial markets, is inviting you to an eye-opening panel discussion with RTX female executives on amplifying the influence of Black Women at the table. There is work to be done and we are being intentional about having our say in ways that will bring awareness, visibility and change to the tables of influence at every level. Accordingly, our executive panelists will be “having their say” about: their personal journeys to the table; tips to encourage black women to increase their influence in impactful ways; how to continue to render that influence in virtual settings; the approach for gaining the sponsorship of those who are already at the table; and the importance of leveraging the influence of black women beyond the boardroom. The discussion is sure to bring perspective and a basis for action as the panelists are all leaders of influence at Raytheon Technologies and in their respective communities.
This seminar will be a conversation that brings consciousness to the power and significance of Black Women having influence throughout their respective career journeys and community endeavors. The RTX executive panelists are having their say and we will be listening as they continue to create avenues of success for black women.
Speakers:
Ceah JusticeHead of Global Employee EngagementRaytheon Technologies LaQuasha JohnsonDepartment ManagerRTX Dakeesha WrightOperations & Site LeaderRaytheon Technologies LaKindra Francis-JonesExecutive DirectorRTX Collins Aerospace
Objective: Develop strategies to enhance productivity and career longevity
As professionals, we often face challenging situations that can lead to burnout, including high email volumes, difficult colleagues, and workplace politics. Despite finding work that aligns with our interests, most of us experience varying levels of burnout throughout our careers. It is crucial to stay connected to the vision, mission, and goals of our work and to find ways to express our identity, creativity, and passion. In this workshop, we will share tools and techniques to help you re-energize and shift your thinking, transforming dead-ends into multiple paths of opportunities, morale, and effectiveness.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Identify strategies to connect personal and professional values.
- Manage stress, adapt to change, and navigate industry rumors.
- Examine ways to become a strategic professional instead of just a task manager.
- Explore five techniques to cultivate passion and commitment.
Speakers:
Scyatta WallaceCEO/FounderJanisaw Company Sondia ChristianDirector, Business IntegrationHII Jhansi NallaEGM, Driver Technologies and Program ManagementGeneral Motors
Learning objective: Discover best practices for supporting employee mental health
Employees' mental health is being affected in unprecedented ways due to factors such as the pandemic, economic uncertainty, political tensions, remote work, and return-to-work policies. Despite these pressures, many employers' mental health benefits, policies, and practices remain outdated and in dire need of an update. The mental health support workers require varies significantly depending on diversity factors such as age, race, nationality, and gender.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Recognize the mental health challenges faced by today's workers.
- Understand the impact of flexible work arrangements, including work-from-home and hybrid work, on employees' mental health.
- Explore the creation of programs that cater to the unique needs of employees based on factors such as age, gender, ethnicity, and work location.
- Examine HR's role in developing and communicating mental health resources that can assist employees and become a crucial component of your overall employee wellness program.
Speakers:
Tamika GrayHealth Catalyst Nadine LouisDirector, Client SuccessHealth Catalyst Rhonda DavisRegistered NurseHealth Catalyst Brianna McCullough
Artificial intelligence (AI) and Chat GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) are revolutionizing the way we work and interact with each other. From chatbots and virtual assistants to automated decision-making processes, AI is changing the way we approach work and the workplace. This seminar will explore the impact of AI and Chat GPT on the workplace and how businesses can leverage these technologies to improve efficiency and productivity.
During this seminar, we will cover a range of topics related to AI and Chat GPT, including the history and evolution of AI, its current state of development, and the different applications of AI in the workplace. We will also discuss the impact of these technologies on the job market and the skills required to work effectively with them.
Featuring Minda Harts, best-selling author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table
Join The Boeing Company for a candid dialogue on the challenges or “sharks” that many women of color face in their careers. These sharks may show up as imposter syndrome, a lack of allyship and sponsorship, a toxic workplace culture, microaggressions or bias in hiring and promotions. We will provide meaningful insights to help recognize sharks, discuss practical ways to ride the waves, highlight the skills needed to face these challenges head-on and develop strategic plans to help lifeguard careers. By the end of our seminar, attendees will have essential everyday tools necessary to turn rough waters into smooth sailing. Our seminar will include a keynote address by best-selling author, Minda Harts, a moderated panel discussion with experienced leaders of color and allies in STEM and a reflection exercise.
Speakers:
Sara BowenVice President, Global Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Employee ListeningThe Boeing Company Madeline AugustinSenior Manager, Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Technology StrategyThe Boeing Company Christina UpahVice President, Attack Helicopter ProgramsThe Boeing Company Minda HartsAuthor
Learning objective: Discover the untapped potential of neurodiverse talent
Companies are increasingly recognizing the potential of neurodiverse talent—people with conditions like autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and others. While the benefits of diversity are well-known—enhanced creativity, innovation, and more—neurodiversity goes even further by providing expanded perspectives and breakthrough thinking to keep organizations at the forefront. Major companies like Microsoft, J.P. Morgan, Home Depot, and Hewlett Packard are tapping into this neurodiverse talent pool.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Understand the most recognized types of neurodiversity.
- Examine the benefits of a neurodiverse workforce for your company.
- Explore the unique skills of neurodiverse individuals.
- Investigate recruiting and hiring for neurodiversity—overcoming interview bias.
- Discover practical ways to maximize the strengths of neurodiversity.
Speakers:
Erika WatsonPresident & CEOIntersection Collection Stacy WestSenior Organizational Development ConsultantDTE Energy
Learning Objective: Examine the elements of constructing superior resumes that will land you interviews
An efficient and robust resume will improve your chances of landing that dream job and starting your career on the right foot. Creating the perfect resume takes practice and skill. You want to ensure that your resume stands above the rest without overdoing it. How does one make sure that their resume is top-notch and bulletproof? This seminar will give you the scoop on creating the standout resume to get your following interview. We will discuss tips such as determining your resume’s purpose, supporting your strengths, using appropriate keywords, the benefits of proofreading, bullet points, and proper font usage.
After this seminar, the participants will be able to:
- Identify the purpose of a solidly effective resume.
- Discern good resumes from bad resumes.
- Analyze the factors that recruiters identify to disregard some resumes.
- Identify the attributes of resumes that get on the interview schedule.
Speakers:
Ella ZieglerSales Practice Lead - EngineeringActalent Lisa DavisService Delivery Manager (NASA/AEGIS)Leidos Melanie BoydRecruiting Practice Lead - SciencesActalent
Resilience and navigating obstacles are vital skills for anyone in corporate America, but women of color often face unique challenges due to intersectional discrimination and biases. This dynamic panel of Jacobs’ leaders will delve into key aspects including Intersectionality; Stereotypes & Biases; Micro/Macroaggresions; Lack of Representation; Pay & Promotion; and Networking Challenges. Attendees will walk away with practical and actionable insights and strategies to promote resilience and overcome obstacles.
Speakers:
Alexis CollierInclusion & Diversity SourcerJacobs Denise LaMaison-BellProgram Manager, Diversity & InclusionJacobs Jilma JimenezVP StrategistJacobs Sharon Jean-BaptisteV.P., Midwest U.S. P&PS OperationsJacobs
Learning objective: Examine methods for fostering a diverse workplace
Diversity and inclusion are vital drivers of business success. However, creating a more diverse and inclusive work environment can involve overcoming significant barriers within an organization. How can you effectively drive change? How can you help others seize opportunities to create a culture where everyone truly feels valued? In this program, our panel will discuss the roles of C-suite leaders to frontline employees in establishing a diverse and welcoming workplace. The discussion will focus on examples, practical tools, and technologies to help develop a purpose and strategy that makes diversity a workplace reality.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Explain why creating a diverse workplace requires ongoing effort across the entire enterprise.
- Explore a framework that anyone can use to impact change and create a more inclusive environment.
- Examine how recognition and other solutions can be used to mitigate unconscious bias and improve belonging.
Speakers:
Victoria BowensDirector, Diversity and Inclusion OperationsDepartment of Defense Cynthia MillerNational Security Agency Antonia Arnold-McFarlandManager, Diversity STEM AdvancementDeere and Company Reggie HumphreyDirector of DEI OperationsGeneral Motors
Learning Objective: Advice that inspires leadership growth and development.
You don’t want to miss Real Talk: A Conversation on Breaking the Glass Ceiling! The experiences of women in the workplace can be vary dramatically from person to person, and group to group. Yet with these differences, there are also similarities that all women experience. This executive panel promises insights from trailblazing leaders whose ability to transform obstacles into opportunities has helped them reach incredible heights in their careers. Join us for a “real” conversation about personal and professional challenges, strategies to overcome barriers, shifting perspectives, and shattering the glass ceiling for future generations of women.
Speakers:
Jennifer BoykinPresidentNewport News Shipbuilding Melanie AndersonHuntington Ingalls Industries Sabrina BaileyVice President of Operations - Integrated Product SupportHII
Learning Objectives: Enhance your understanding of the role STEM professionals play in the research and management of the effects and mitigation of climate change, with a particular focus on disturbances such as fire, with outstanding leaders and scientists from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service.
Climate change is affecting disturbance regimes across the globe. These include catastrophic wildfires, drought, hurricanes, flooding, and extreme weather that threaten the health and resilience of our communities, lands, waters, and wildlife. Now more than ever, science-based management of natural resources is increasingly important for mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change. In an era of unprecedented change, STEM professionals are increasingly asked to think about climate change science and land management strategies and look for effective management techniques now and decades into the future.
Join USDA Forest Service panel members as they describe how they study and manage lands affected by climate changes. This includes research that covers the impacts of changing disturbances regimes on ecosystems, analysis of fire behavior and effects on ecological dynamics, human health, forest products across our nation’s diverse landscapes. Our panelists will provide expertise to help guide sound, science-informed, decision-making in response to climate change and extreme climate events.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Deepen their understanding about best practices and STEM professional career opportunities in the management of unique ecosystems currently threatened by climate change.
- Connect with USDA Forest Service science and scientists providing leading scientific knowledge of climate change, disturbance regimes, fire, and smoke that influence management decisions on the Nation’s forests and grasslands.
Speakers:
Nayomi Plaza RodriguezMaterials Research EngineerUSDA Forest Service Jennifer CroftApplied Fire EcologistUSDA Forest Service Shaneka LawsonResearch Plant PhysiologistUSDA Forest Service Teresa HollingsworthSenior Science AdvisorUSDA Forest Service Tamara ScalleyResearch EcologistUSDA Forest Service
As businesses face rising inflation, supply chain disruptions, and economic uncertainty, it's more important than ever to have robust business continuity plans in place. In this session, business leaders will share their experiences on how they leveraged digital transformation to build resilience in their organizations. They will discuss the role of agile decision-making, global business models, and governance models like GBS in ensuring continuity during times of crisis. Attendees will learn from these experts on how to build and implement effective business continuity plans that can weather any future disruptions.
By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Analyze the impact of workforce management decisions on productivity and the bottom line.
- Assess the role of automation in building a stable future of work model.
- Understand how governance models like GBS deliver more resilient business practices.
- Explore the use of data analytics, intelligence, and forecasting in creating effective business continuity plans.
Speakers
Laura LuengoSenior Engineering SupervisorLordstown Motors Jacqueline ToussaintDirector of EngineeringAFCS/NWC Natoshia AndersonCEONerdy Brain, LLC.
There are a lot of personal and professional reasons why folks strive for a Ph.D. but a fair generalization is the aim to change the world for the better. Other fair generalizations are that many PhDs leave academia because they don’t find the institution conducive to tangibly change the world and that there is very little guidance on how one can utilize their Ph.D. skill sets in jobs outside of academia. At Booz Allen Hamilton, we have made it a mission to bring together our over 1000 doctorate employees (and our many other engineers willing to roll up their sleeves) to collectively help with the firm’s bigger VoLT Strategy by (1) generating R&D that will advance client products and services, (2) building strategic partnerships with high-level government officials looking to solve their “Ph.D.-level hard” problems, and (3) ensuring that diversity remains paramount as business imperative. We look forward to talking about our experience with you and really look forward to talking with the audience about ways we all can work together in changing the world for the better.
After this panel, the participants will be able to:
- Better utilize their PhDs/hands-on engineers towards research opportunities that can help your organization’s bottom line
- Build a pipeline to help both attract more PhDs to join your organization and help members of your current organization in attaining a Ph.D.
- Build strategic partnerships with outside entities that can lead to further business
Speakers:
Charles Johnson-Bey, Senior Vice President, Booz Allen Hamilton
Dr. Christina Leggett, Nuclear Consultant, Booz Allen Hamilton
Dr. Kalena Stovall, Chemical Engineer, Booz Allen Hamilton
Dr. Sean Guillory, Booz Allen Hamilton
Have you ever felt like your seat at the table was two feet lower than everyone else’s or every time you showed up virtually or in person, you felt invisible? Or maybe you’ve been subjected to the hypervisibility that comes along with being the only minority in the room and dealt with how to “blend in” affecting your ability to be authentically seen and heard. Either way, the challenges associated with visibility for minority populations are real and are being experienced everyday. Can we really overcome the challenges of being seen and heard in today’s culture?
In this forum, we will hear from individuals who will share their experiences and perspectives about being seen and heard, despite the microaggressions, marginalization and unconscious biases that exist in the workplace. Their experiences will shed light and give voice to those who have been silently waiting to show up in ways that pierce the darkness of invisibility and inspire all of us to open our eyes and ears to those who have been challenged with being seen and heard. Just know that you are visible, even if others refuse to remove their blindfolds.
Speakers:
Charles Everett, Executive Director, Raytheon Technologies
Dawn Charleston, Director of Supplier Quality and Compliance, Raytheon Technologies
Amanda Goodson, Senior Director, Raytheon Company
Robert Griffifths, Vice President, Raytheon Technologies
Ceah Justice, Head of Global Employee Engagement, Raytheon Technologies
At Amazon, invention and innovation are two sides of the same coin. Both require breaking through the constraints of convention and apparent technical limitations. Invention requires you to imagine a future where things are markedly different, and then to imagine what it would take to get there. Innovation takes an existing process or product and blows apart the constraints that make it behave the way it does today and imagine what it could become. This seminar is an intimate conversation with some of Amazon's top Senior Principal Technologists to discuss their role as individual contributors and how they have used their expertise to invent and innovate to optimize the output for their respective organizations.
Speakers:
Stephanie LaBoo, Director of Mechatronics Grocery Automation, Amazon
Bryan Liles, Senior Principle Engineer, Amazon
Joshua Thomas, Regional Director Sub Same Day Business, Amazon
Chris Musoke, Director Design Services, Amazon Global Robotics
Jovonia Thibert, Director of Mechatronics Grocery Automation, Amazon
Tia White, General Manager, Amazon
Learning Objective:
Exploring an array of messages received from family, friends, media, and society may cause some to question their knowledge, skills, and abilities. These messages can also lead to struggles with confidence and self-limiting thoughts on the roles they apply for. Historically, minorities and women have received messages that they are not capable of achieving the heights of success; they must work harder than others; or their natural hair, choice of style and clothing are not deemed professional. In other words, they “don’t belong,” or they must fit in to succeed. The pressure to compete can cause some to internalize these messages. They may succumb to perfectionism or feel like they are carrying the weight of their whole race or gender on their shoulders.
These experiences can become internalized leading to negative self-talk and reduced confidence. “Can I listen to the music I enjoy in the comfort of my office or cubicle?” “Will I be judged for growing up in a low-income neighborhood?” “Will I be deemed unprofessional for wearing cultural attire to work?” This fear of judgement and perceptions based on messages or experiences can cause some to hide aspects of their identities at work (covering), code switch, and in some cases, morph into a completely different person during work hours.
Learn from and interact with a multi-generational panel of industry leaders as they share experiences, challenges they’ve conquered in their careers, the power of owning your diversity, and advice to build confidence in your truth.
After this seminar, participants will be able to:
a. Identify and learn skills to combat negative self-talk when it appears.
b. Learn skills to navigate societal norms and interpersonal barriers.
c. Understand what it means to bring your authentic self to work and walk in your truth.
Speakers:
Randy Johnson, Senior Director for Research, Development, and Process Technology, Huntington Ingalls Industries
Lauren Bruner, Senior Director for Strategic Planning, Huntington Ingalls Industries
Sondia Christian, Director of Business Integration, Huntington Ingalls Industries
Stephanie Simmons, Director, Huntington Ingalls Industries
Dr. Dorian Newton, Apprenticeship School & Pipeline Training Program Manager, Huntington Ingalls Industries
Marcus Jackson, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Huntington Ingalls Industries
Emmanuel Onafeko, Systems Engineer, Huntington Ingalls Industries
This six-member panel will discuss the importance of scientists and engineers (S&Es) in accomplishing the mission of the Department of the Air Force. This diverse panel will address the exciting challenges as well as note the personal and professional fulfillment they experience by working alongside their military partners. Two senior leaders will share their visions of the important roles that S&Es have in advancing our technology in defense our nation; the importance of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility; commitment to public service; and share important points in their careers. Three S&Es will show exciting highlights from projects they have had as well as paint a picture of their work-life balance, impacts of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in their careers, and their own personal professional and personal fulfillment serving as S&Es in the Air Force.
Speakers:
Karen Hudson, Chief, Avionics Engineering Division
Dr. Marcus Smith, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Officer, Air Force Research Laboratory
Damon Brown, Engineering Technical Expert, USAF / 402 Electronics Maintenance Group
Jacqueline Janning-Lask, Director of Engineering and Technical Management and Chief Engineer, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center
CDR Heather Pringle, Air Force Research Laboratory
Jessica Peterson, Technical Director, Flight Test Engineering
Learning Objective: Understand how to identify operational technology assets that are most critical to the accomplishment of an organization's mission.
MITRE's Crown Jewels Analysis (CJA) is a process and corresponding toolset for identifying assets that are most critical to the accomplishment of an organization's mission. The capability has been recently applied operational technology and associated control systems (electrical, water, building automation, etc.) for government sponsors. CJA captures not only mission-level impacts, but also task- and function-level impacts, useful for developing mitigation strategies and operate-through procedures. The seminar will cover CJA, its applications, and the mission-decomposition approach to uncover vital mission dependencies for assessment and mitigation planning.
Speakers:
Cedric Carter Jr., Mobile, Embedded, and Cyber-Physical Security, Principal, The MITRE Corporation
Learning Objective: To understand the measurable value of ‘circular’ innovations and advocate for adopting circular sustainability in manufacturing, product development, and the global supply chain ecosystem. No matter the type or size of the idea or organization, from startups to enterprises, collective sharing is required to accelerate innovation and answer the global resource challenges facing our health and environmental equities. This natural ral resources continue to deplete; our international markets are migrating towards circular systems of sustainability (i.e., the emergence of the Circular Economy as described by the World Economic Forum). The session explores the circular economy, which has been described as an ecosystem of global innovation formulated to advance our capabilities of converting waste and natural resources into sustainable ecosystems to offer an alternative to traditional “take-make-dispose anywhere” environmental practices by advocating for innovative waste and resource cycling, and remanufacturing to reduce waste, cost and environmental impacts on our planet. The natural and human resources powering Industry are global; from raw materials to distributed products, the world has reached its peak and must embrace sustainability, environmentally friendly “green” recycling, and remanufacturing. Industry 4.0 has boosted the Circular Economy. An economy designed to provide continued use and recycling of waste and mitigate urbanization, mass migration, climate impacts, food security, global supply chains, and weather-related events.
After this seminar, the participants will be able to:
- Understand the strategy and value of circular innovation and its positive impact on our planet and well-being.
- Identify the values and benefits of innovative recycling and remanufacturing goods and products.
- Identify the best practice approaches towards developing an organization-wide circular strategy and culture.
- Understand how sustainability can be implemented into the core design and development process to produce measurable green outcomes.
Speakers:
Donna Bell, EVP - Product Creation, Engineering, and Supply Chain, Lordstown Motors
Andre Welch, Director of Federal Affairs, Ford Motor Company
Professionals understand that etiquette in business is a critical factor in making decisions. Success in any industry relies on relationships with coworkers, clients, suppliers, or investors. When you are well-mannered and considerate in dealing with others, you create interesting, productive, long-lasting relationships. This course will discuss accepted business behavior and its importance in business correspondence.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to answer the following questions:
- What is the definition of etiquette?
- What are the guidelines for making effective introductions?
- What are the three Cs associated with making a good impression?
- What are the three steps in giving a handshake?
- What is one technique you can use to remember names?
- What are two ways to minimize nervousness while in social situations?
- What are the two differences between a formal and an informal letter?
- What color connotes dominance and power? Vitality and harmony?
- Etiquette can help businesses improve in what four areas?
- What is (are) the difference(s) between a formal and an informal letter?
- What are the differences between these dress codes: dressy casual, semi-formal, formal, and black tie?
- What are the basic guidelines in international etiquette?
Speakers:
Sondia Christian, Director of Business Integration, Huntington Ingall's Industries
Victor Brown, IBM
Celena Noel, Managing Consultant, IBM
Learning Objective: Develop an understanding of how and why technology and innovation are rooted in the global open-source community. The critical success factors used to measure market activity are rooted in two fundamental measures (speed and sustainability); how fast the market can be served with sustained scaling is a constantly evolving practice as more open-source projects launch physical and digital solutions. For instance, a smartwatch development kit can be purchased for as little as $25; this includes open-source operating systems, open-source development frameworks, supply chains, and open-source software. For example, Mastodon is a federated social platform designed to connect online communities without an intermediary platform. The platform is a “distributed” architecture that disrupts traditional social media and empowers each organization to have its version of popular social platforms with total access to all features, functionality, and,t importantly, the data generated from social activities on a distributed platform. This is a significant shift in technological advancements brought on by Industry 4.0 and a globally connected community of independent professionals, novices, and corporate, non-profit, and government resources. The future of open source is yet to be determined; what can be stated with confidence is that open source is the accelerant in a globally connected community and impacts all aspects of research collaborations, development costs, talent acquisition sources, micro-patents, and micro-licensing of intellectual property.
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand how open source is leveraged by large and small organizations to reduce cost and increase the speed of delivery of goods, product,s and services.
- Examine the type of open source development practices changing how talent acquisition is sourced, compensated, and reta,ined.
- Explore the advantages of using open source to reduce costs and leverage community support.
- Examine the limitations of internal development vs. open source development.
Speakers:
Madeline Augustin, BDS Technology Strategy Sr. Manager, The Boeing Company
Markeeva Morgan, Senior Manager, The Boeing Company
David C Williams, Assistant Vice President, AT&T
Kindra Porter, Bell Textron
In today’s environment, we are facing a fundamental technological change that we haven’t seen in decades. The coronavirus pandemic has changed how we live, learn, connect, and work. Forbes states that due to the Covid-19 pandemic “2020 became 2025 on the digital acceleration timeline”. The digital revolution is here as seen by the accelerated rise in remote working, distance learning, virtual communication, and online experiences. This digital transformation has made cloud computing, data & analytics, mobility, and digital experience key areas of focus for every industry. Ted Colbert, 2022 Black Engineer of the Year, spearheaded the creation of the Digital Twin Initiative that launched Boeing on the path to Web 3.0. But along with the technology plan, Boeing needs the workforce that can rise to this challenge. Today’s Post-Covid workforce has record breaking pay for digital occupations while simultaneously experiencing a tech industry downturn resulting in widespread layoffs. Preparing, recruiting, retaining, and optimizing that workforce has its own challenges. Join Boeing leaders as they discuss being everything you are in today’s environment.
Speakers:
Evelyn Moore, Director of Engineering & Chief Engineer - F/A-18 & EA-18G Programs, The Boeing Company
David Cade, Vice President - USGS Business Transformation, The Boeing Company
Mark Cleary, Executive Director, The Boeing Company, BR&T Materials & Manufacturing Tech
Dr. Pamela Obiomon, Dean of the Roy G. Perry College of Engineering, Prairie View A&M University
Bernice Billups, Director - Boeing Global Engagements, The Boeing Company
Manuel Tiggs, Vice President - 737 Manufacturing Operations, The Boeing Company
In 2022, the federal government exceeded its small business contracting goal by awarding 27.2 percent in federal contract dollars to small businesses. How did this impact black owned companies? What are the strategies that led to this success and how can minority owned companies participate? What are the tips for working with large corporations? What type of systems should be in place and what are the basic requirements? There are emergent opportunities in rebuilding the sagging US infrastructure, sustainability projects, technologies like ChatGPT, Dall E.2, Metaverse. cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence, As we transition from a remote workforce to a fully mobile, hybrid approach for contractors how do companies ensure that employees are providing optimal support to the government clients.
Enabling Objectives:
- Understanding Government Annual Scorecard for Small Business; Implications for FY2024 Capture Strategy
- Mentor - Protege and other opportunities for Small Businesses to partner with larger organizations to win government contracts.
- HBCU University Affiliated Research Center implications and opportunities for Small Businesses to work with a college and win government contracts.
- Service Disables Veteran Owned Businesses; how to increase the number of veterans pursuing entrepreneurship and support mechanisms at federal agencies to ensure an opportunity to compete.
Speakers:
Erica Dobbs, President/CEO, Dobbs Defense Solutions
Jimmy Smith, SES
Hayes Fountain III, CEO, Wide Scope
During this Crucial Convo session, we’ll take a look at the past implications of military service after Executive Order 9981 which integrated the military. President Truman signed Executive Order 9981 on 26 July 1948. Since then, military leaders have been developed to serve in a digital environment of artificial intelligence, big data, cybersecurity, and engineering. This panel will take deep dive in the past and project a bold new future for military service.
Speakers:
Casey Sharperson, Brand Strategist, Confidence Cultivator
Eries Mentzer, Air Force Diversity & Inclusion
Col. Felicia Burks, U.S. Air Force
Dr. Kenneth Dunn, Director, U.S. Marine Corps
Rick Pina, World Wide Technology, Inc.
Dr. Victoria Coleman, Chief Scientist, United States Department of the Air Force
The US government has an infrastructure crisis. This crisis affects the military and the government at large. America owns or maintains over 400 bases in 80 countries. These bases face risks from flooding, hurricanes, wildfires, outdated water systems, patchwork of electrical grids, aged airfields, and environmental pollution. These challenges are exacerbated by climate change, budgetary constraints, and the lack of research on technologies or processes that can help mitigate these risks.
The United States is the world leader in simulation, artificial intelligence, and 3D. One of the cornerstones of this primacy is the ability of simulation centers of excellence to work public - private partnerships. Learn about the groundbreaking work that is taking place across the country in simulation, artificial intelligence, and Human Capital Management in Florida and Texas.
Enabling objectives:
- Managing challenges in addressing the underlying root causes of recurring infrastructure challenges
- Managing risks to achieve goals; enhancing award, administration and oversight processes over new and existing funded programs and projects.
- Executing federal priorities related to the impact of climate change, advancing equity, and promoting resilience in infrastructure.
- Coordinating effectively to address capacity challenges to successfully deliver Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act programs.
- Maximizing the benefits of workforce flexibilities and the hybrid work environment to enhance efficiency, effectiveness and engagement.
Speakers:
George Ramsey, Sr. Program Manager for Veteran Outreach and Diversity Recruiting, Micron
Ernest Levert Sr., Rocket Engineer, Lockheed Martin Corporation
Adrienne Somerville, Director, Command Operations Group, NAVAIR Systems Command HQ
John Meyers, Executive Director, Naval Air Warfare Training Systems Division
As we transition from a remote to a fully mobile, hybrid workforce, organizations need to re-evaluate their approach to securing their people and data. Perimeter defense is no longer sufficient for achieving cyber resiliency and securing our information enterprise that spans geographic borders, interfaces and external partners, and support to millions of authorized users. The "never trust, always verify" mindset requires organizations to take responsibility for securing devices, applications, assets, and services. For an effective Zero Trust security model implementation, organization should answer the following:
- What do you trust: verify explicitly, authenticate, and authorize (enterprise network)
- Who do you trust: least privilege access (applications, devices, services, users)
- How do you trust: end to end encryption (technology)
Enabling Objectives:
- Zero Trust Cultural Adoption (mindset that guides the design, development, integration and deployment of information technology across the Zero Trust Ecosystem).
- Cybersecurity information systems Secured & Defended (cybersecurity practices to incorporate and operationalize Zero Trust to achieve enterprise resilience).
- Technology Acceleration (zero trust-based technologies deployed at a pace equal to industry advancements to remain ahead of changing threat environments).
- Zero Trust Enablement (policy, programming, planning, funding, execution).
Speakers:
Robbin Johnson, Senior Information System Security Engineer, National Security Agency
Jerri Sanders, Quality Assurance and Risk Manager
Stephen Yirenki, CEO, Terp Techs, LLC
Col. Elizabeth Casely, Director, I Corps Communications (G6)
Energy is an essential enabler of military capability, and the Department of Defense depends on energy-resilient forces and facilities to achieve its mission. DoD consumed over 85 million barrels of fuel to power ships, aircraft, combat vehicles, and contingency bases at a cost of nearly $9.2 billion. At over 500 worldwide military installations, the Department spent $3.4 billion on energy to power over 585,000 facilities and 160,000 non-tactical vehicles.
Enabling Objectives:
- Understand Energy Resilience: Enhancing the military capability, readiness, and resilience of our installations and forces through assured access to resilient and cyber secure fuel and power.
- Understand Energy Supply — Understand emerging technologies that can reduce the use of nonrenewable energysources
- -Understand Energy Risk: Identifying, assessing, and integrating energy-related risks into DoD decision-making associated with requirements, deliberate planning, wargames and exercises, installation master planning, Energy Resilience and Conservation Investment Program (ERCIP), and investments in forces and installations.
- -Understand Energy Performance: Ensuring energy efficiency and lower costs at DoD installations through reliable, efficient use of power and alternative financing mechanisms.
- -Understand Cyber Secure risk and Facilities: Reducing the cyber risks to facility related control systems to ensure reliable power for critical missions.
Speakers:
Ernest Smiley, Chief Data Scientist & CISO, Kingdom Capital
Alphonso Trimble, Former Commanding Officer, U.S. Marine Corps
Brig. Gen. Robert Bowie, Special Assistant to the Director, Air National Guard
Internal/External Crowd sourcing
At GDMS, our customers rely on us to provide innovative solutions to their toughest problems. With related challenges evolving at lightning speed, we need to fully leverage our talented workforce to address them — faster and more capably than our competitors. The GDMS Internal Challenge aims to do just that by making our top business challenges visible to all employees, so those with the right skill and drive can step up to tackle them, in collaboration with our top technical leaders. When our internal activities are not good enough, GDMS takes the appropriate External Challenge measures to connect with external organizations that provide solutions to important challenges we face with an unrivaled network of expert problem solvers. These actions reach experts both from within our industry, but more importantly experts from outside of our industry that can offer diverse perspectives and fresh insight. With these activities and solutions provided, GDMS can incorporate and expand its cutting-edge technologies and products and extend them to their customers.
After this seminar, the participants will be motivated to:
- Find innovative ways to solve tough problems in technology.
- Collaborate with top technical leaders in the industry.
- Engage top performers in cutting edge research activities.
Virtual Systems Integration & Test
Learning Objective: How to effectively conduct Virtual Systems Integration &Test
Sometimes necessity can lead to innovation. With recent COVID-19 restrictions that affected travel and lab participation for our customers, GDMS engineers found smart ways to continue to meet and exceed customer needs through Virtual Systems Integration & Test. This session will go over the techniques used to conduct successful VSI&T.
After this seminar, the participants will have knowledge of:
- Key components of VSI&T.
- Presentation/electronic records.
- Parallel testing tracks.
- Minimizing testing errors.
Speakers:
Shawn Roberts, Senior Principal Software Engineer, General Dynamics
Ali Abubakar, Deputy Program Manager Engineering, General Dynamics
Learning Objective: Examine tips and strategies to increase positive study habits.
Learning to study effectively is a skill that benefits everyone, even the smartest in the class. When polled, most college students would agree that they needed to learn how to study when they started college properly. In this seminar, we will address preparatory study principles, such as setting goals, knowing your learning style, being an active reader, participating in study groups, organizing your notes and study materials, and writing drafts of papers, which can help all students improve their study skills and perform better.
After this seminar, the participants will be able to:
- Identify the traits of successful studying candidates.
- Generate methods for achieving successful studying habits.
- Outline methods for implementing successful studying techniques.
Speakers:
Malika Grayson, Program Manager, Northrop Grumman Corporation
Jasmine Kilpatrick, Quality Specialist, The Boeing Company
Jerrod Henderson, University of Houston
Sonia Henry, Director, The Aerospace Corporation
Learning Objective: Understand the significance and benefits of integrating cybersecurity into innovative biomedical products in healthcare services and products.
Industry 4.0 is a shift from industrial machinery as the primary means of production towards high-performance tuning of the human body and mind with the integration of connected things and objects into the ‘intelligence’ ecosystem of society using intelligent solutions and data analytics to broaden the creation of products and services for all aspects of the human experience. Industry 4.0 introduced a shift in innovation towards integrating physical things and digital technology as a series of global standards designed to accelerate innovation and reduce cost barriers in innovation and product development. The Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) provides innovation in healthcare using the integration of our physical, digital, environmental, and biological resources for the first time in recorded human history. For instance, the healthcare industry is experiencing significant and measurable progress in the battle with cancer using nanotechnology particles to target cancer cells without damaging the functioning cells within the human body. This is a minute example of the disruptive technologies and innovations that are the quality of life for humanity that will require cybersecurity to protect the patient and the accuracy of the smart equipment.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Understand the need for cybersecurity in connected devices within the healthcare industry.
- Examine the benefits in cost and speed-to-diagnosis when risk is managed through cybersecurity best practices for smart connected devices.
- Further their knowledge of the emerging innovations in the IoMT industry.
- Understand the fundamentals of protecting innovation through proactive cybersecurity planning and implementation.
Speakers:
Ernest Smiley, Chief Data Scientist & CISO, Kingdom Capital
Christopher Jock, Global Sciences Practice Director, Actalent Services
Dominique Hinton, Data Scientist, 202 Group
Steve Austin, Associate Director - Cybersecurity Engineering, Raytheon Technologies
When interactions can be quick, virtual or based on text, how do you represent yourself? Learn how to convey your best self in person, on social media and with your resume. Hear from experts in communications, recruiting and hiring to learn how to best position yourself.
Speakers:
Channing Wright, Research Engineering Manager, Lockheed Martin Corporation
Katherine Trinidad, Director of Communications, Lockheed Martin Corporation
Morizel Hodges, IT Program Staff, Lockheed Martin Corporation
Ericka Perry, Staff HR Technical,Lockheed Martin Corporation
Throughout your career, you will find opportunities where a mentor can be a catalyst to navigating your career. In this session, you will hear from several leaders who will share some of their experiences in being a mentee, their first mentor opportunity and provide tips on how to develop a successful mentee/mentor relationship. Our leaders are excited to share the importance of mentorship and the value that it brings to advancing one’s career. Please join us in an interactive and engaging session that will give you an invaluable insight into navigating your career.
Speakers:
Brian Wiggins, Northrop Grumman
Anthony Hickman, Sr. Principal Software Engineer - Aeronautics, Northrop Grumman
Jackie Reisner, Northrop Grumman
Anthony Alston, Northrop Grumman
Chris Payne, Northrop Grumman Corporation
Learning Objective: Develop time management skills for better organization and productivity.
Students who have learned how to manage time during high school effectively are better prepared for the rigors of college study. Regardless of preparation, it takes time to adjust to college. Improve your time management skills by setting goals and staying within them. Even students who manage time well during high school often struggle when they begin college. Students are overwhelmed with large course loads, extracurricular activities, and other social activities. Although being in college can be overwhelming, completing everything that must be done in a timely and efficient manner is possible. Developing time management and organizational skills is the key to working efficiently. The best way to better manage time is to create daily schedules. Most organized people plan daily, weekly, and monthly tasks. This seminar will show you how to be self-motivated, leading to better organizational skills, productivity, and efficiency.
After this seminar, the participants will be able to:
- Outline long-term goals and a plan to obtain them.
- Develop detailed plans for each day and how to deal with delays.
- Break large projects down into several more straightforward projects.
- Cultivate a flexible schedule.
Speakers:
Tessa Casey, Healthcare Account Manager, Actalent
Felicia Burks, Colonel, U.S. Air Force
Kendra Bruce-Bibbins, Senior Managing Consultant, IBM Corporation
Shemekka Stewart-Isaacs, Founder & Leadership Coach, I Am Brilliant
Learning Objective: Attendees will explore the phases of the intelligent manufacturing lifecycle and the innovative technologies empowering green initiatives in global manufacturing.
Smart manufacturing is an ecosystem of platforms designed to digitize all phases of the manufacturing lifecycle [research, design, simulate, develop, build, distribute, remanufacture, recycle]. Technologies such as the metaverse, mixed reality, nano, quantum, analytics, robotics, etc., have matured to the productization phase of manufacturing and supply chain distribution. Smart manufacturing provides a pathway to transform product development and manufacturing by integrating a continuous data feedback loop from deployment in production environments to retirement, recycling, and remanufacturing to redistribution. Providing a data path for manufacturing increases the analysis and analytics necessary to design and build next-generation sustainable and environmentally friendly products and goods. Integrating these technologies requires an advanced delivery platform capable of mixed reality experiences and digital “twinning” of physical things. Smart manufacturing will fully utilize innovations like the metaverse to leverage the mixed reality and 3D visualization experiences necessary to empower green science and research, advanced learning, and connected global community sharing.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Understand the technologies empowering smart manufacturing.
- Discuss the market differentiation and new customer experiences available to organizations that leverage smart manufacturing strategies.
- Explore how smart manufacturing can support green research and development.
- Understand how smart devices provide data essential to understanding the measurable value points of green manufacturing lifecycles.
Speakers:
Deidre Peters, Digital Transformation Program Manager, Lockheed Martin Corporation
Robert Sacca, Director, Northrop Grumman Corporation
Rick Wilson, Systems Engineer / Project Manager, Northrop Grumman Corporation
Learning Objective: Understand the significance and benefits of integrating storytelling into Video Commerce that includes video driven shopping across linear and broadcast television, to provide a human and a unique way to bring products to life.
This session will explore video commerce and the way it connects to consumers. For instance, creating videos that answer frequently asked questions, show how-to guides, live demonstrations, and share product information. Video Commerce is the newest tool for retailers that is grounded in technology and that allows businesses to integrate video into the web, mobile storefronts, and various media platforms.
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Explore the different broadcast technical roles that bring the shopping experience to life.
- Examine the advantages of storytelling in Video Commerce and real time interactivity to keep customers engaged.
- Discuss the step-by-step process that goes into executing a live broadcast across multiple platforms.
Speakers:
Ebony Roberts, Sr. Associate Producer, Qurate/QVC
Kristen Hazel, Manager of Talent Operations, Qurate Retail Group
Lateef Scott, Manager of Television Operations, QVC
Derek Bennett, Technical Director of Broadcast Operations
Learning Objective: Discuss techniques for successfully acquiring a job interview.
Searching for a job can be challenging. How do you know what job you’re best suited for? How do you write a winning resume and cover letter? Where can you find job leads? What happens when you land an interview? The Job Search Skills course will give you the answers to all these questions, plus a plan to get you a new job. After completing this program, you’ll be more than ready to start your search for your perfect job.
After this seminar, the participants will be able to answer the following questions:
- What are your power questions for finding the right job field?
- How can I use the “Smart” goals in the job-hunting process?
- How can I develop an action plan to increase success in the first 30 days of job hunting?
- How do I craft an effective cover letter and resume?
- How can I use social networking to find a job?
- Should I develop a portfolio with my past work?
- How should I approach people in my network to inquire about job opportunities?
- How can I get to the interview? What are key strategies to consider?
Speakers:
Jacob Aladejobi, Vice President - Tech Operations, JP Morgan Chase and Co.
Reginald Liggins Jr., Actalent Services
Showna Price, Director - University Relations, Micron Technology
Learning Objective: Examine the elements of constructing superior resumes that will land you interviews.
An efficient and robust resume will improve your chances of landing that dream job and starting your career on the right foot. Creating the perfect resume takes practice and skill. You want to ensure that your resume stands above the rest without overdoing it. How does one make sure that their resume is top-notch and bulletproof? This seminar will give you the scoop on creating the standout resume to get your following interview. We will discuss tips such as determining your resume’s purpose, supporting your strengths, using appropriate keywords, the benefits of proofreading, bullet points, and proper font usage.
After this seminar, the participants will be able to:
- Identify the purpose of a solidly effective resume.
- Discern good resumes from bad resumes.
- Analyze the factors that recruiters identify to disregard some resumes.
- Identify the attributes of resumes that get on the interview schedule.
Speakers:
Edward Ayer, Director,AFRL/EN
Tina Terrell, Senior Advisor for National Recruitment, USDA Forest Service
George Ramsey, Sr. Program Manager for Veteran Outreach and Diversity Recruiting, Micron
Learning Objective: Discuss techniques for promoting yourself during an interview.
Do you know the benefits of establishing a positive and professional representation during an interview? Promotions depend on preparation and practice but knowing what to prepare and how to practice is essential. Mastering the Interview Training Materials holds the knowledge of the qualities that employers desire. Expanding your expectations of the questions that will be asked during an interview can give you an incredible advantage over other applicants for the position. Even more, demonstrating your unique skills through a well-articulated answer to interview questions will put you in the lead. Taking the initiative to prepare for an interview can create new opportunities for career development in your industry.
After this seminar, the participants will know:
- What are the standard interview questions, and how to prepare your answers?
- What information do I need to know for every interview?
- How do I answer tough questions?
- What are good questions to ask your interviewer?
- How to answer the question: “So tell me about yourself?"
- What do I do after the interview?
- What are common interview mistakes?
Speakers:
Michael Taylor, Chief Operating Officer, Talent & Technical Solutions Corporation
Adrienne Somerville, Director - Command Operations Group, NAVAIR Systems Command HQ
Patience Idegwu, Business Process Data Analyst, The Boeing Company
A basic flight plan can help us, as Women of Color in STEM, take a bird's-eye view of our careers. Our careers can be divided into three major phases, which are outlined in the plan: "Take Off," "Cruise," and "Landing." For example, consider the "take off," which includes accelerating and preparatory steps, such as an action plan. Making progress or navigating in the right direction is interpreted as the “cruise." A roadmap is one of the tools that can help us during this phase. Finally, have we shaped the legacy or long-term impacts for others during the“landing" phase?
Speakers:
Bernice BillupsDirector, Global EngagementThe Boeing Company
Joy JohnsonFinancial Control Analyst, Enterprise ServicesThe Boeing Company
Karriema CalhounManager, Indirect Supply Chain, Enterprise ServicesThe Boeing Company
Andrea AllenEnterprise Program ManagerThe Boeing Company
Carissa PajelBoeing MP&P EngineerThe Boeing Company Norma B. ClaytonVice President, Learning, Training & Development (Retired)The Boeing Company (Ret.)
Learning Objectives: Enhance your understanding of the best available science and the role of STEM professionals in the management of climate-smart forests, communities, and economies with outstanding leaders and scientists from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service.
Drought, hurricanes, flooding, extreme weather, and catastrophic wildfires driven by the growing climate crisis threaten the health and resilience of our communities, lands, waters, and wildlife. Now more than ever, science-based management of natural resources is increasingly important for mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change. Thinking about your personal and professional goals are critical steps in planning your STEM career in these rapidly changing times.
Join USDA Forest Service panel members as they describe their impact as leaders helping our nation make climate-smart management decisions. Their research provides a holistic understanding of carbon and ecological dynamics across our nation’s diverse landscapes to help guide sound, science-informed, decision-making in response to climate change and extreme climate events.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Deepen understanding about best practices and STEM professional career opportunities in the management of unique ecosystems currently threatened by climate change.
- Use what has been shared by panel members as guidance to help build a personal road map as a Climate-smart STEM professional.
- Connect with USDA Forest Service science and scientists providing leading scientific knowledge of carbon and climate change for climate-smart management decisions on the Nation’s forests and grasslands.
Speakers:
Grizelle GonzalezDirector- International Institute of Tropical ForestryUSDA Forest Service
Shaneka LawsonResearch Plant Physiologist / SEPM African-American ProgramsUSDA Forest Service
Conception FloresNatural Resource SpecialistUSDA Forest Service Office of Sustainability and Climate
Consuelo BrandeisResearch ForesterUSDA Forest Service
Cassandra Johnson GaitherResearch Social ScientistUSDA Forest Service
Robotics and automation are vastly growing industries and women are making their way to this field. The latest trends in technologies such as autonomous driving, personal assistants such as Alexa, service robots, and industrial robots are inching into to everyday lives. At Amazon, the Global Robotics organization is continually re-imaging what present day life looks like. We see the big picture, imagine a better one, and make the connections that turn complex problems into elegantly simple solutions. This seminar is an intimate conversation with some of Amazon's top leaders to discuss the role women must play in the development of these technologies and the strides the company has made so far.
Speakers:
Nia JetterAmazon
Temperance HendelaSr. Technical Program Manager Learning and Development Global RoboticsAmazon Robotics
Shoba SubramanianPrincipal Program Manager Robotics Artificial Intelligence University PartnershipsAmazon Robotics
Jenae GloverSenior Manager Customer Experience Robotics Advanced TechnologyAmazon Robotics
Diya WynnSenior Practice Manager – Responsible AI, Emerging Technologies & Intelligent PlatformsAmazon Robotics
Neema AmatyaPrinciple Safety Engineer Robotics Advanced TechnologyAmazon Robotics
Learning objectives: Discuss critical leadership and team-building skills that will help you grow as a leader.
It is critical to be a great leader in today's environment of constant change and a focus on diverse, high-performing teams. Learn from a panel of experienced women professionals who have learned how to manage the challenges of Corporate America successfully. They will share experiences and lessons that will provide you with the leadership tools to create successful teams and be a leader who will accelerate your organization's growth.
At the end of the session, participants will be able to:
- Learn tactics for capitalizing on your leadership strengths & turning your weaknesses into strengths.
- Recognize how good leaders build a diverse team of competent experts.
- Understand how to create a team that is goal oriented.
- Not be afraid to indulge their team’s differences if productivity, efficiency, and accuracy are optimized.
Speakers:
Sharon Jean-BaptisteVice President, Operations, MidwestJacobs
Isaac HendersonDivision Vice PresidentJacobs Chrissy ThomSr. Vice PresidentJacobs Ifeyinwa ArinzeSenior Environment ManagerJacobs
Recently, Lango Deen and Rayondon Kennedy sat down with CEO of Clearflame Engine Technologies, Dr. BJ Johnson, for an in-depth conversation. Topics range from explaining what Clearflame is, Dr. Johnson’s STEM background, the importance of diversity, and much more. Stay tuned for CCG Media’s presentation of “A Conversation with Dr. BJ Johnson,” featuring Lango Deen and Rayondon Kennedy.
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Mastering Winning Test Taking Strategies
Jerrod Henderson - Instructional Associate Professor - University of Houston
Nicole Toler - Electrical Engineering Manager - Raytheon Company
Cheryl Moo-Young - Executive Director, Business Transformation Office - DTCC
Learning Objective: Investigate test-taking skills to achieve higher assessment scores Being prepared for tests is not an easy process.
Even if you are prepared, tests can still make you feel anxious. Why is being a good test taker so important in college? In colleges and universities, much of a student’s grades are based on quiz and test performance. Doing well on these tests is typically a major indicator of your subject matter knowledge and a good indicator of how you would perform in the workplace. Having good test scores will jumpstart your career. In this seminar, we will address test-taking and test preparation tips and strategies for college-level tests. Applying helpful test-taking and test preparation skills addressed in this seminar, such as writing down everything you remember, reading the directions, browsing the test questions, putting together a plan, and making an educated guess, will teach you how to prepare for and perform well on any test so that you feel confident that you’re bringing your testing A game.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Review the factors that limit achieving higher college assessment scores.
- Identify practices for dealing with test anxiety.
- Measure the validity of current test-taking methods.
- Generate more efficient techniques for improving assessment scores.
Slideshare Presentation: Mastering Winning Test Taking Strategies
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Leadership and Excellence in Diversity: Sustaining the Diversity Momentum in Changing Times
Dr. Tara Phelps-Jones - Assistant Inspector General - Surface Deployment and Distribution Command
Drew Valentine - Vice President, People & Culture - IBM Corporation
Col. Timothy Holman - Chief Diversity Officer - U.S. Army
Jasmine Brennan - Inclusion and Diversity in Corporate Social Responsibility Business Partner - Aerotek
Learning Objective: Diversity leaders create a brand and image that supports and reflects competence and business value
What does it mean to be a diversity leader? Over the past several years, diversity has been a hot topic. However, as times change and business challenges increase, the term has become a stale reference to check off a list of politically correct requirements. As leaders in diversity, we are challenged to educate, energize, and excite our organization around diversity initiatives. These initiatives build the foundation of creativity, innovation, and transformative results. Diversity and inclusion leaders are key players on the executive leadership team with the specific responsibility of ensuring that human resources are honored, embraced, and ready to contribute great value. Diversity and inclusion leaders are trusted advisors who fundamentally create strategies that result in corporate cultural transformations to effectively support the mission and vision of the organization. To continue to be successful and safeguard the great work and efforts of those before you, you must create a brand and image that reflects high integrity and strong leadership capacity. This workshop will arm you with the skills you need to change your leadership image and effectively function as a vital part of the leadership vision.
At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Explore key diversity and inclusion leadership and management skills.
- Understand strategies for building the right brand and image.
- Examine what it means to transform organizational culture.
- Create a plan for excellence in diversity and inclusion leadership.
- Explore business challenges that impact diversity and inclusion leaders.
Slideshare Presentation: Sustaining the Diversity Momentum in Changing Times
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Study Smart, Study Less – Improving Your Study Skills William Wright-El - Adjunct Professor - University of Pennsylvania
Carl Moore - Assistant Chief Academic Officer - University of the District of Columbia
Nichelle Grant - Head of Diversity Equity & Inclusion - Siemens USA
Learning Objective: Assess methods for improving study skills Learning to study effectively is a skill that benefits everyone, even the smartest in the class.
When polled, most college students would agree that when they started college, they did not know how to properly study. In this seminar, we will address preparatory study principles, such as setting goals, knowing your learning style, being an active reader, participating in study groups, organizing your notes and study materials, and writing drafts of papers, that can help all students improve their study skills and perform better.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Identify the traits of successful studying candidates.
- Generate methods for achieving successful studying habits.
- Outline methods for implementing successful studying techniques.
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Want a Security Clearance? This is What You Need to Know
Doretta Boazzo - Industrial Security Officer - General Dynamics Corporation
Robbin Johnson - Senior Information System Security Engineer - National Security Agency
Anita Hawkins - Program Manager for Continuous Evaluation - U.S. Intelligence Community
Learning Objective: Examine the process of achieving a U.S. security clearance
As you create your master plan for success, consider the variety of tools needed to gain a competitive edge in your industry. By familiarizing yourself with the extensive U.S. security clearance process, you can prepare to access opportunities that help you excel. This seminar will guide you through the process of getting and keeping a U.S. security clearance. We will also explore the future and emerging career opportunities that require various clearance levels.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Identify a series of career paths and associated tools to improve job marketability.
- List a series of certification and association options.
- Understand the security clearance process and associated misconceptions and mistakes.
Slideshare Presentation: Want a Security Clearance?
BEYA 2020
Lessons in Leadership: Essentials for Becoming a Successful Government Contractor - A Blueprint for Success
Deidre Windsor - President & CEO - Windsor Group
Dwight Deneal - Director - DLA Office of Small Business Programs
Staci Redmon - Founder - Strategy and Management Services, Inc.
Jimmy Smith - Director - Small Business Programs Department of the Navy
LTC Allan Thomas - President - Thomas Solutions Incorporated
Maria Asuelimen - Managing Partner - AMA Consulting LLC
Dynamic panel of leaders discussing the opportunities in supplying services and products to the U.S. Government.
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Address the best strategies for engaging with federal contracting.
- Discuss the people to know on the fed side; how to engage with them; how to identify opportunities; bid/no-bid decisions;
- Examine pitfalls, successes, failures, and more
BEYA 2020
Making More Minutes - Time Management for Pre-Professionals
Tammy Jones - Senior Recruiter - Federal Aviation Administration
Lisa Valle - IT Senior Manager - The Boeing Company
Marcos Purty - Plant Executive Director - General Motors
Candace Cox-Wemberley - CEO - I Am A Genius
Learning Objective: Develop time management skills for better organization and productivity
Students who’ve learned how to effectively manage time during high school are better prepared for the rigors of college study. Regardless of preparation, it takes time to adjust to college. Improve your time management skills by setting goals and not deviating from them. Even students who managed time well during high school often struggle when they begin college. Students are overwhelmed with large course loads, extracurricular activities, and other social activities. Although being in college can be overwhelming, it’s possible to complete everything that must be done in a timely and efficient manner. Developing time management and organizational skills is the key to working efficiently. The best way to better manage time is to develop daily schedules. Most organized people plan daily, weekly, and monthly tasks. This seminar will show you how to be self-motivated, leading to better organizational skills, productivity, and efficiency.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Outline long-term goals and a plan to obtain them.
- Obtain detailed plans for each day and how to deal with delays.
- Break large projects down into several simpler projects.
- Cultivate a flexible schedule.
Slideshare Presentation: Making More Minutes
BEYA 2020
Lessons in Leadership: 4 Stars, America STEM 2020
(Ret.) Lt. Gen. Robert Ferrell - Vice President of Public Sector Strategy - World Wide Technology, Inc.
(Ret.) Gen. Vincent K. BrooksDirector - Gary Sinise Foundation
Strategic discussion with senior leaders from the Army, Air Force, and/or other Department of Defense organizations about the opportunities and threats faced by our nation in the STEM arena.
BEYA 2020
Lessons in Leadership: Acquisition and Supply Chain
(Ret.) Maj. Gen. Cedric George - CEO - George Consulting Group
Kevin Bostick - Director, Operations and Readiness, G-3 - U.S. Army Materiel Command
Michael Johnston - Assistant Commandant for Acquisition and Chief Acquisition Officer - U.S. Coast Guard
Director of Logistics and Installations - U.S. National Guard Bureau
Acquisition, Logisticians, Supply Chain experts, and senior civilians will discuss the top issues facing 21st war-fighting and defense of our nation.
BEYA 2020
Project Management Professional- A Path to Freedom and Government Opportunity
Michele Jones - CEO - The Bones Theory Group, LLC
Dr. Anthony Junior - President - Strategic Consulting Network, Inc.
Eric Watson - Project Manager - Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Andre Smith - Engineering Project Manager - Science Systems and Applications
Top leaders in the field of project management will lead an in-depth discussion in the current market along with critical trends and insights affecting talent acquisition, retention, and promotion. Learn about the best practices and the model agencies to pursue a government career and leverage your PMP certificate.
BEYA 2020
Men2Men: My Brothers' Keeper
Ted Imes - (Ret.) Program Director - Northrop Grumman Corporation
Learning Objective: Facilitate candid dialogue by men about men in the new decade and the changing roles they encounter in today’s world. The BEYA Men2Men session offers supportive round-table conversations about conditions that impair quality of life and contribute to problems related to stress. The discussions will provide participants with a humanized platform to network as well as to share positive practices for overcoming these challenges. The discussions will give men a secure environment to share their journey; to explore self-discovery and recovery; to create space within their chaotic life; and to let down their guard to accept support in their struggles. At the end of this seminar, participants will:
- Understand how culture influences workplace encounters and perceptions.
- Learn successful strategies employed by their peers.
- Understand the importance of sharing and celebrating life-lessons in order to overcome challenges.
- Gain practical tips for responsibly demonstrating their value to their families and organizations.
- Create a network of like-minded men who support breaking down the walls men build.
Recently, Lango Deen sat down with the 2020 Women of Color STEM Conference Technologist of the Year, RADM Sylvia Trent-Adams, for an in-depth conversation. Topics range from the recognizing achievements and acknowledging challenges, how she helped improve healthcare services in different communities, her experience in Hampton University’s nursing program, and much more. Stay tuned for CCG Media’s presentation of “A Conversation with RADM Sylvia Trent-Adams,” featuring Lango Deen.
Recently, Lango Deen sat down with VADM Dr. Adam Robinson, for an in-depth conversation. Topics range from the importance of Global Health Security, his introduction to COVID-19, tips and suggestions on how to improve global health security, and much more. Stay tuned for CCG Media’s presentation of “A Conversation with VADM Adam Robinson,” featuring Lango Deen.
BEYA 2020
Job Ready Certification/Fast Track - Behavior and Business: Best Practices in Business Etiquette
Talia Fox - CEO - KUSI Global
Learning Objective: Examine methods for successfully understanding corporate etiquette
Professionals understand that etiquette in business is a critical factor in making decisions. Success in any industry relies on relationships, whether with coworkers, clients, suppliers, or investors. When you are well-mannered and considerate in dealing with others, you create engaging, productive, long-lasting relationships. In this course, we will discuss accepted business behavior and its importance in business correspondence.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to answer the following questions:
- What is the definition of etiquette?
- What are the guidelines to making effective introductions?
- What are the three Cs associated with making a good impression?
- What are the three steps in giving a handshake?
- What is one technique you can use to remember names?
- What are two ways to minimize nervousness while in social situations?
- What are the two differences between a formal and an informal letter?
- What color connotes dominance and power? Vitality and harmony?
- Etiquette can help businesses improve in what four areas?
- What is (are) the difference(s) between a formal and an informal letter?
- What are the differences between these dress codes: dressy casual, semi-formal, formal, and black tie?
- What are the basic guidelines in international etiquette?
BEYA 2020
Turning Information into Reliable Data: Tools and Techniques to Interpret, Organize, and Increase Reliable Business Results
Jeannice Fairer Samani - Executive Leader - Fairrer Samani Group
Kristy Bridges - Systems Engineer Manager - Lockheed Martin
Nancy Morgan - Assistant DNI for Information and Data - U.S. Intelligence Community
Learning Objective: Increase professional effectiveness, data management, and analytical skills
With evolving technology, many people are overloaded and overwhelmed with information and data. Businesses now have access to large amounts of feedback from internal and external sources. How do we make sense of all the information? Is the data reliable? How can we manage and utilize the data in order to impact business goals, visions, and mission? This seminar will help you turn your information overload into powerful and reliable data that you can use to meet organizational goals.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Assess and categorize data and information.
- Identify tools and techniques to organize and interpret data.
- Explore productivity tools and techniques.
- Examine common data management challenges and solutions.
Slideshare Presentation: Turning Information into Reliable Data
BEYA 2020
Think, Act, Achieve Extraordinary Results- Winning Executive Coaching Strategies for the Leader and the Coach
Learning Objective: This seminar provides a vault of pioneering concepts, tools, and resources that move leaders from innovative thought to strategic action.
Leadership is about moving toward important goals and embracing the potential and growth power of people. Whether you are a top CEO, federal executive, director, team lead, or beginning your career, you should be asking yourself one critical question: “How can I grow and achieve personal excellence?” Executive coaching is a strategic partnership that maximizes performance and growth potential to drive enhanced business outcomes. Get ready to be challenged, take risks, and achieve extraordinary results.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Create a plan and vision that supports their business, professional, and life mission.
- Use leadership techniques and communication strategies that support their vision.
- List tools to overcome resistance, act, and make strategic decisions.
- Examine coaching competencies that support the success of future leaders and team members.
- Use strategies to get out of their comfort zone, generate ideas and expand their vision.
Slideshare Presentation: Think, Act, Achieve Extraordinary Results
BEYA 2020
The Path to Being the Best Leader: How to Lead with Charisma, Integrity, and Conviction
Karmyn Norwood - Vice President - Lockheed Martin Corporation
Mariama Beemer - Advanced Technical Content Developer - NetApp Inc.
Olu Bolden - Director - Raytheon Company
Toya JacksonManufacturing Engineering Director - General Motors
Learning Objective: Discuss methods that increase leadership skills
The quality of an organization’s leadership and management is critical to its success. This is true at team, department, and organizational levels. However, what’s the secret to that quality? How do you ensure it throughout the organization? How do you become an excellent leader and manager yourself? As with any professional skills, the skills of leadership and management can be learned and practiced. This course is specifically designed to help you do just that, whatever your role in the organization.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Understand the skills needed to be a successful leader.
- Understand ways to manage staff performance.
- Evaluate their own style.
- Develop skills that help deliver their objectives.
Slideshare Presentation: The Path to Being the Best Leader
BEYA 2020
Information is Power! Using Defensive Solutions in Cyber Security
Aaron Ferguson - Technical Director - National Security Agency
Carl Jackson - Director - Lockheed Martin Corporation
LaNaia Jones - Deputy Chief Information Officer - Office of the Director of National Intelligence
LaLisha Hurt - Sr. Director, Deputy CISO - General Dynamics
Jason Harrell - Executive Director - DTCC
Learning Objective: Learn and explore benefits and opportunities in cybersecurity
Living and work environments have been revolutionized by technology. And, it seems the possibilities are endless. From social networking to homeland security, impact of technological advancements is massive. However, as technology is used to capture every corner of our world, the terror of cyber threats and abuse remains an ongoing battle. Join us in this seminar where a panel of cybersecurity professionals discusses approaches to protect critical intelligence and design practical solutions for defending against and avoiding cybercrime and attacks before they happen.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- List strategies for building a safe and secure cybersecurity environment.
- Explore strategy and policies that impact cybersecurity.
- Examine the impact of cybersecurity in diverse industries.
- Explore advances and opportunities for STEM professionals.
- Identify ways to get ahead of the threat.
Slideshare Presentation: Information is Power!
BEYA 2020
Licensure as a Professional Engineer - Its Value and the Steps to Take
Eric Fonville - Development Engineer - General Motors
CDR LaKeeva Gunderson - Operations Officer - Naval Facilities Engineering Command Mid-Atlantic
Learning Objective: Examine the methods and reasoning for obtaining the professional engineer license
A professional engineer (P.E.) is a person who is licensed to practice engineering in a particular state or U.S. territory after meeting all the requirements of the law. This seminar will give you the information you need to obtain the professional licensure and an understanding of the responsibilities that must be fulfilled to keep it.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Understand the reasoning behind being a licensed professional engineer.
- Identify the procedures for completing the licensed professional engineer registration process.
- Identify the responsibilities for maintaining the professional engineer license.
- Outline the Principles of Standard Care.
Slideshare Presentation: Licensure as a Professional Engineer
BEYA 2020
Re-Engaging Employees: Getting Your Team Back On Track
Regina Evans - Engineering Program Manager - NetApp
Shanquetha (Shawn) Caggins - Area Manager Outside Plant Planning & Engineering Design - AT&T Technology Operations
Nicole Denson - Consumer Lending Portfolio Planning Transformation Lead - JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Learning Objective: Discuss methods for increasing team productivity
Research has shown that there are a lot of reasons why employees leave a company, including burnout, boredom, less recognition, conflicts in the workplace, etc. Employee retention can save a company thousands of dollars and improve company morale. Working with your team on tasks such as brainstorming can show creativity, ranking their attributes can help you complement their strengths, and discussing employee career goals can add a lot of value to the project as it allows the team to flourish and meet company goals. This leads to employee satisfaction and feeling rewarded in their work and, most of all, appreciated. Making work fun and identifying accomplishments cures disengagement in the workplace.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Identify factors that lead to employee disengagement.
- Devise methods to engage employees and increase creativity and productivity.
- Classify employee strengths to complement task assignments and discuss career goals.
- Share methods for keeping employees engaged and feeling appreciated.
Slideshare Presentation: Re-Engaging Employees
BEYA 2020
Where Are They Now
Rear Adm. Cedric Pringle - Commandant - National War College
Bruce Grooms - Corporate Director - Emcore Corporation
Adm. Cecil Haney - Corporate Director - General Dynamics & Center for a New American Security
Vice Adm. Mel Williams - Associate Dean of Engineering - Catholic University of America
Capt. Rich Bryant - Program Manager - Oceaneering International Inc.
Reflection of past award winners an insightful discussion on achievements that affected their lives and careers.
BEYA 2020
Job Readiness Certification - Interview Success! Practical Approaches to Persuading the Recruiter
Andre Thornton - CEO - Whitman Consulting
Learning Objective: Examine and practice the skillset of delivering a great interview
Job interviews are stressful enough without having to establish a positive and professional self-representation during the interview process. Recruiters are looking for the ideal candidate, and you are trying to come across as friendly and trustworthy while explaining how you’re the perfect candidate, so practice makes perfect. The competition is tough, so it’s no wonder your confidence should be your focus. That’s why you need to be at this seminar. We will deliver practical, step-by-step, proven strategies and interview tips to help you build confidence, become persuasive, and walk into a room locked and loaded, ready to formulate impressive answers to common interview questions. Along with the answers and swagger to pull it off, we will give you the opportunity to perfect your skills before your interview.
This session will begin with the knowledge of how to impress recruiters, while the second half will pull it all together in the practice mock interview sessions. Remember, practice makes perfect. You will have the opportunity to sit face to face with professional interviewers in order to prepare effectively for your real interviews.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to answer these questions:
- What are the common interview questions, and how do I prepare my answers?
- What information do I need to know for every interview?
- How do I answer difficult questions?
- What are good questions to ask my interviewer?
- How do I answer, “So tell me about yourself’?
- What do I do after the interview?
- What are common interview mistakes?
- What does my body language say about me?
- What information do I need to know before I have my interview?
- How can I ace my interview from beginning to end?
- What can I do after the interview to gain an edge on the competition?
Slideshare Presentation: Interview Success! Practical Approaches to Persuading the Recruiter
BEYA 2020
Women Veterans - 21st Century Issues and Opportunities
Michelle Gardner-Ince - Director, Woman Veteran-Owned Small Business Initiative - Department of Veterans Affairs
Venus Quates - President & CEO - Launchtech, LLC
Lonye Ford - CEO - Arlo Solutions
Brandilynn Collins-Garrison - Federal Business Development Manager - Verizon
Sgt. Maj. Michelle Jones - Vice Chair - Defense Advisory Committee for Women and Service
As a vital part of the armed forces community, women have served valiantly in America’s wars and conflicts throughout our history. During training and deployment, women learn how to do things for themselves. Scrutinized about whether they’re strong enough, mentally fit enough or capable enough, women can’t accept any favors. What does the future look like for women veterans in the 21st century? This session will address how women veterans can position themselves for leadership success.
BEYA 2020
Pre-College: Financial Aid 101: How to Afford College and Achieve Your Dreams (Session 3)
Renita Rich-Brenn - Founder - Preparing for College 101
Paying for college is one of the biggest hurdles students face when preparing for college. In this seminar, high school students are given valuable information regarding how to search for scholarships, completing the FAFSA, the difference between scholarships and grants, and other pieces of vital information.
BEYA 2020
Pre-College: SAT Prep - Winning Test Taking Strategies (Session 3)
Robin O'Neil - President - Passports to College
Jen Hagie - Passports to College
Cheyanthia Hembry - Test Prep Strategist
This workshop focuses on providing high school students tips on how to prepare for each section of the SATs, as well as some other valuable test taking information.
BEYA 2020
Emerging Technology
Naza Shelley - Founder & CEO - Carpe Diem Social LLC
David Albritton - President - General Motors Defense, LLC
Col. Alphonso Trimble - Commanding Officer - U.S. Marine Corps Logistics Base
Rick Pina - Chief Technology Advisor - World Wide Technology
Mark Fox - Senior Manager, Global Defense Programs - Amazon Web Services
Cyber-security systems are constantly being pushed to new levels to defend from hackers’ attacks. With each new day, organizations are trying to defend against a new type of assault. Join our panel of experts for an in-depth discussion about the current state of technology and future trends surrounding the technology that is impacting our cyber-security systems today. We will discuss the essential drivers (Blockchain, A.I., Data Analytics, IoT, Mobile Technology) that impact the overall and the foreseeable future.
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Discuss what technologies will impact our security in the next decade.
- Explore how companies can best organize to tackle the impact of these emerging technologies.
- Examine strategies and best practices for assessing the business value of these technologies.
- Assess new approaches to implementing innovation and driving transformation throughout the organization.
BEYA 2020
Pre-College: SAT Prep - Winning Test Taking Strategies (Session 2)
Robin O'Neil - President - Passports to College
Jen Hagie - Passports to College
Cheyanthia Hembry - Test Prep Strategist
This workshop focuses on providing high school students tips on how to prepare for each section of the SATs, as well as some other valuable test taking information.
BEYA 2020
Pre-College: Financial Aid 101: How to Afford College and Achieve Your Dreams (Session 2)
Renita Rich-Brenn - Founder - Preparing for College 101
Paying for college is one of the biggest hurdles students face when preparing for college. In this seminar, high school students are given valuable information regarding how to search for scholarships, completing the FAFSA, the difference between scholarships and grants, and other pieces of vital information.
BEYA 2020
Assertiveness Learning - Gain More Confidence, Make Better Decisions and Earn the Respect You Deserve!
Christine Burkette - Senior IT Consultant - Pierce, Monroe and Associates
Denise Evans - Vice President Women and Diverse B2B Marketing - IBM Corporation
BG Twanda Young - Human Resources Command - U.S. Army
Trina Crowell - Sr. Project Manager - General Dynamics
Learning Objective: Explore habits that increase confidence and lead to being more assertive in the workplace
The business world is a combination of various people, personalities, and perspectives. Some can be more outspoken than others, especially in meetings with the boss. In this seminar, you will learn proven methods for understanding how to be more assertive and develop skills to help you deal with workplace conflict and disagreements. This session will address critical issues such as techniques for being a more assertive conversationalist, techniques for giving and receiving feedback properly, and business etiquette techniques for the situation that is called upon. This session will help you to comprehend how social styles alter behavior and can enhance your on-the-job assertiveness skills.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Define behaviors that distinguish between assertive, passive, and aggressive styles.
- Assess your personal areas of strength and areas for growth.
- Examine assertive behaviors using a range of verbal and visual techniques.
- Identify appropriate opportunities for assertive behavior in the workplace.
BEYA 2020
Pre-College: SAT Prep - Winning test Taking Strategies (Session 1)
Robin O'Neil - President - Passports to College
Jen Hagie - Passports to College
Cheyanthia Hembry - Test Prep Strategist
This workshop focuses on providing high school students tips on how to prepare for each section of the SATs, as well as some other valuable test taking information.
BEYA 2020
Pre-College: Financial Aid 101: How to Afford College and Achieve Your Dreams (Session 1)
Renita Rich-Brenn - Founder - Preparing for College 101
Paying for college is one of the biggest hurdles students face when preparing for college. In this seminar, high school students are given valuable information regarding how to search for scholarships, completing the FAFSA, the difference between scholarships and grants, and other pieces of vital information.
BEYA 2020
Job Readiness Certification: Maximize Team Building Skills and Success (Part 2)
For most of us, teamwork is a part of everyday life. Whether it’s at home, in the community, or at work, we are often expected to be a functional part of a performing team. This workshop will encourage participants to explore the different aspects of a team, as well as ways that they can become a top-notch team performer.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to answer the following questions:
- Why are teams key to productive work environments?
- What are the four phases of the Tuckman team development model? How can knowing these characteristics help me on a team?
- What are the types of teams and how to utilize each type to get results?
- What are the essential behaviors of leaders and followers on well functioning teams?
- What are the uses, benefits, and disadvantages of various team-building activities?
- What team-building exercises create bonds and when to use them?
BEYA 2020
Job Readiness Certification: Maximize Team Building Skills and Success (Part 1)
Talia Fox - CEO - KUSI Global
Andre Thornton - Whitman Consulting
For most of us, teamwork is a part of everyday life. Whether it’s at home, in the community, or at work, we are often expected to be a functional part of a performing team. This workshop will encourage participants to explore the different aspects of a team, as well as ways that they can become a top-notch team performer.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to answer the following questions:
- Why are teams key to productive work environments?
- What are the four phases of the Tuckman team development model? How can knowing these characteristics help me on a team?
- What are the types of teams and how to utilize each type to get results?
- What are the essential behaviors of leaders and followers on well functioning teams?
- What are the uses, benefits, and disadvantages of various team-building activities?
- What team-building exercises create bonds and when to use them?
BEYA 2020
Nominating a Winner: Your Package is Your Candidate
Mark Vaughn - Corning Inc.
Learning Objective: Explore the BEYA nomination process Career Communications Group is committed to selecting and reviewing the most talented and accomplished leaders in STEM.
Each year, our selection committee gets the opportunity to meet these candidates through nomination packages. We want to ensure that your candidate’s value, contributions, and talents are clearly expressed. This workshop will provide government, military, and corporate communities with a step-by-step review of designing a nomination package that conveys the greatness of your organization. As many of you know, becoming a BEYA winner is a highly respected honor that reflects appreciation and commitment to honoring service, diversity, and outstanding leadership.
At the end of the session, participants will:
- Be familiar with the selection and award process.
- Be able to identify best practices for recommendations.
- Be familiar with the requirements for preparing a nomination package.
- Know where and how to access resources and support.
Slideshare Presentation: Nominating a Winner
BEYA 2020
Leadership and Team Development for Managerial Success
Gregory West - Staff Chief Engineer - Northrop Grumman Corporation
Denise Evans - Vice President, Women and Diverse B2B Marketing - IBM Corporation
Janean Gardner - Practice Lead - Aerotek
Dr. Renee Reynolds - Executive Fellow - Naval Sea Systems Command
Learning Objective: Explore methods that lead to becoming a proactive manager, mentor, and advisor
When should you take on the role of mentor, of motivator and coach? Are you able to inspire your team members so that they can self-manage their tasks, or do your teams crumble if you are not there to lead? In this seminar, our team of professionals will guide you to promote team cohesiveness and cooperation. You will learn what it takes to be a leader, to coach others, to communicate goals and ideas effectively, all while sharpening your team-building skills to increase team productivity. This seminar is ideal for new and recently promoted managers, local and global team leaders, and business leaders who need effective leadership skills.
At the end of this session, participants will:
- Understand what the best leadership skills for managers are to use when managing your team.
- Know their leadership style and the best style to generate results from their team.
- Understand methods to visualize their goals and communicate them to their team.
- Be able to develop a high-performance team by developing leadership skills and motivating them to better performance.
Slideshare Presentation: Leadership and Team Development for Managerial Success
BEYA 2020
Get Beyond Notifications - Enhancing Mobile Security to be Scalable for the Next Generation of Leaders
Sonia Kumar - President & CEO - Digital Envee, Inc.
Renata Spinks - Cyber Technology Officer - U.S. Marine Corps Force Cyberspace Command
Lt. Gen. Bruce Crawford - Chief Information Officer - U.S. Army
Lytwaive Hutchinson - Chief Information Officer - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Vice Adm. Ted Branch - Senior Vice President and General Manager - Perspecta Navy and Marine Corps Business Group
Maj. Gen. Matthew Glavy - Commander - U.S. Marine Corps
The Enemy Gets a Vote - Mobility is one of the largest evolutions of attack vectors and leaders must be cognizant of the potential threats on the horizon. Learn the tools, techniques and protocols national security leaders are using to prevent, identify and respond to these changes.
At the end of this seminar, participants will:
- Understand what mobile technology implies and how it becomes portable.
- Explore the advantages and disadvantages of using mobile technology.
- Examine the potential security threats and what precautions should be taken to prevent prevent security breaches.
BEYA 2020
HBCUs, HSIs & TSUs: How Do We Partner for Greater Research Opportunities?
Bertha Haro - Director - Great Minds in STEM
Dr. Juan Rivera - Great Minds in STEM
Bryan Stevens - Chief, Workforce Strategy & Data Intelligence - U.S. Air Force
Dr. Talitha Washington - Program Director - National Science Foundation
Alexandra Liang - Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow - Office of Senator Jacky Rosen
There are over 700 institutions in the United States which are designated as ‘minority serving institutions’ which serve a broad demographic across the nation. According to recent reports, they graduate more undergraduates in the STEM disciplines than majority institutions. For example, HBCUs comprise only 3% of the engineering departments across the country, but gradate 30% of the nation’s Black engineers at the undergraduate level. Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) are increasing growing as the Latino population continues to grow. Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) are seeking to empower their students with the skills that will serve their communities to decrease both economic and health disparities. There are programs at the Federal level which fund research as it relates to these MSIs.
But what if we were to broaden the dialogue and start to work together? Could we forge alliances among are various institutions to create greater synergies in sponsored research, leading to outcomes that enrich our communities and unite us as a nation?
BEYA 2020
The U.S. Space Force & Hypersonics: The Role for HBCUs
John Hicks - Program Area Manager - Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Patrick Hill - Program Manager, Space Exploration Sector - Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Kenny Newsome - Electrical Systems Engineer - Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Roy Nicholson - Project Manager - Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Learning Objective/Take Away: Participants will get an early look into vision from panelists as to the composition, impact and role for HBCUs of the proposed United States Space Force as well as deepening their relationships with the Department of Defense.
Each day brings us a step closer to the reality of a United States Space Force becoming the 6th branch of the U.S. Military. What steps are being taken to add a new branch to the military? What is the Space Force? What is its mission? How will it function/defend? What role can HBCUs play and how can they get in on the ground floor with new research and contract opportunities? What will be the acquisition environment?
BEYA 2020
Federal Research Funding Opportunities for HBCUs for GFY2020
Dr. Anika Bissahoyo - Assistant Vice-President for Research - Bowie State University
Edward Lee - Program Coordinator - Air Force Office to Scientific Research
Annette Owens-Scarboro - Small Business Program Manager - National Institutes of Health
Dr. Claudia Rankins - Program Officer in the Directorate for Education and Human Resources - National Science Foundation
Anthony Smith - Director - Department of Navy's HBCU/MI Program
Learning Objective/Take Away: Participants will understand agency-specific opportunities in the FY20 R&D Federal Budget.
This session will feature program managers/officers from Federal agencies to share upcoming funding opportunities. A select panel of program managers/officers from both civilian and defense agencies will discuss these opportunities. This seminar will also include a discussion of the Government Fiscal Year 2020 (GFY20) Federal Research & Development (R&D) Budget and targets of opportunity for HBCUs.
BEYA 2020
Developing Philanthropic Support for HBCU Research
Rodney Trapp - Vice President for Institutional Advancement - University of the District of Columbia
Wayne Gersi - Director of Diversity - Penn State Applied Research Lab
Donna Howard - Vice President of Institutional Advancement - Morgan State University
Yuna Perry - Senior Advisor - EnterGain
Monique Akassi - Founding President - National Coalition of 100 Black Women
Many HBCUs rely solely on Federal and state sources of funding to fuel their research efforts. However, private sources of funding are playing and increasing role in funding research efforts, endowed research chairs, and technology commercialization of research outcomes and assets. Come listen to a panel of experts who will share their experiences to assist you in developing strategies for research funding from non-traditional sources.
BEYA 2020
Dev from Above - Applying Speed and Agility for Cyber Technical Solutions (Presented by The MITRE Corporation)
Bobby Blount - Engineer
We have heard that drones and the digital age are rapidly changing our concepts of flight and connectivity. Have we considered all the possibilities of how these technologies can work together or what to do when they threaten us? This session will show how novel technical solutions were developed to allow the government to effectively utilize miniaturized advanced drones and unmanned aircraft systems in hostile cyber environments. The session will help you understand why addressing cybersecurity threats require diverse approaches that leverage engineering, science and other expertise. The session will also discuss how engineering solutions must account for unknown problems presented by rapidly developed technologies that can produce thousands of products practically overnight.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- comprehend how a variety of a skill and abilities are needed to address cyber threats,
- understand innovation and agility and their role in cybersecurity,
- understand the role of continuous integration and development, and
- examine an example expedited technology infusion for cybersecurity.
BEYA 2020
Leadership in the Age of Hip Hop (Presented by The Raytheon Company)
Rodney Bailey - Mission Assurance Director
Olu Bolden - Director
Trevor Dunwell - Program Manager Director
LaKindra Francis-Jones - Mission Assurance and Quality Engineering Director
Carol Wooden - Program Management Director
With a rich history of innovation spanning more than 100 years, Raytheon is a technology leader specializing in defense, homeland security, and other government markets. Raytheon’s success can be attributed to creating a diverse work environment where respect is a core value. The black employee population at Raytheon is comprised mostly of generation X, Y, millennials and soon generation Z. One commonality between these generations that separates them from the baby boomers that preceded them is that they have been heavily influenced by the hip hop music culture. The hip hop culture is about embracing who you are and where you come from. Long gone are the days of assimilating and losing your cultural identity while pursuing your career in a technical industry. This workshop will explore the journey of men and women who are navigating their career at Raytheon and how hip hop has influenced the directions they have taken in maintaining their authenticity and successfully growing in an environment that is also changing and adapting to different cultures.
Come hear how these leaders have brought the tenants of leadership forward tightly coupled with the influence of hip hop, the desire to go against the grain, and the acceptance of being uniquely different. These Raytheon leaders are using their differences to stand out to blaze new trails and expand possibilities all while being an authentic leader and a valued mentor.
These leaders lead a little differently and this makes all the difference at Raytheon.
BEYA 2020
Harnessing the Power of the Collective: The Importance of Diverse Teams to Solve Future Defense Challenges (Presented by the CCDC)
Dr. Eric Moore - Director
Pat O'Neil - Director, C5ISR Center
Stephanie Easter - (FMR) Acting Assistant Secretary, Acquisition, Logistics & Technology
Adrienne Somerville - National Industrial Business Operations Manager - U.S. Navy
Dr. Jared Riddick - Director of the Vehicled Technology Directorate
Learning Objective: Examine leveraging diverse and integrated teams to build future technologies and capabilities
The saying, “two heads are better than one,” applies to the future defense environment. Tomorrow’s defense environment will be filled with converged challenges. From cyberwarfare to undermining political systems, the Armed Services need to be prepared to create solutions to problems that have been unseen in the past. It is clear that any individual organization cannot solve these issues on their own. To combat future challenges, the Defense Community must take a new approach to problem solving, and leverage individuals with new skillsets whom they may not have traditionally partnered with in the past. It takes more than just bringing different voices to the table, the individuals need to integrate as a team in order to fully leverage the power of the collective and solve these complex challenges. Join Subject Matter Experts from the Army, Navy and Industry to discuss the challenges and rewards of effectively building diverse teams.
At the end of the session participants will:
- Explore the importance of a diverse collective to solve complex defense challenges.
- Learn various techniques to unify a diverse team.
- Understand how to identify and capitalize on other’s strengths.
Slideshare Presentation: Harnessing the Power of the Collective
BEYA 2020
Turning Disruptors Into Enablers (Presented by The Boeing Company) [Part 2]
Michael Cox - Vice-President, Global Head of Talent
Denise Russell-Fleming - Vice President of Information Technology
Kristin Robertson - Vice President and General Manager
David Canada - IT & Data Analytics
Raenaurd Turpin - Chief Engineer & CTO
It has been said that necessity is the mother of invention. Real or imagined needs have always inspired a search for new and better ways to meet those needs. Along that journey, challenges present themselves requiring changes in course. Some of these changes are incremental steps while others are paradigm shifts. All can lead to accelerated progress if the obstacles are perceived as opportunities for positive change.
In our constantly evolving and interconnected world, the need for change arises quickly and often, enabling innovation and success. However, when unprepared or unwilling to change, this can disrupt and even halt growth. Do we welcome new trends by ignoring them, adapting to them, or are we the ones introducing them? What realities must be faced to make meaningful impact both globally and locally? Are we taking risk by trying different things and trying things differently to get better rates of return on our efforts? As individuals, communities, and companies, we must re-think, re-invent, and re-invest to reach our full potential.
The Boeing Company is a global leader in the aerospace and defense industry and has been for over a century. Come discuss with Boeing Leadership about how to embrace diversity and inclusion. How to convert disruptors in technology, business, and your personal development into enablers for achievement.
BEYA 2020
Turning Disruptors Into Enablers (Presented by The Boeing Company) [Part 1]
Michael Cox - Vice-President, Global Head of Talent
Denise Russell-Fleming - Vice President go Information Technology
Kristin Robertson - Vice President and General Manager
David Canada - IT & Data Analytics
Raenaurd Turpin - Chief Engineer & CTO
It has been said that necessity is the mother of invention. Real or imagined needs have always inspired a search for new and better ways to meet those needs. Along that journey, challenges present themselves requiring changes in course. Some of these changes are incremental steps while others are paradigm shifts. All can lead to accelerated progress if the obstacles are perceived as opportunities for positive change.
In our constantly evolving and interconnected world, the need for change arises quickly and often, enabling innovation and success. However, when unprepared or unwilling to change, this can disrupt and even halt growth. Do we welcome new trends by ignoring them, adapting to them, or are we the ones introducing them? What realities must be faced to make meaningful impact both globally and locally? Are we taking risk by trying different things and trying things differently to get better rates of return on our efforts? As individuals, communities, and companies, we must re-think, re-invent, and re-invest to reach our full potential.
The Boeing Company is a global leader in the aerospace and defense industry and has been for over a century. Come discuss with Boeing Leadership about how to embrace diversity and inclusion. How to convert disruptors in technology, business, and your personal development into enablers for achievement.
BEYA 2020
The Importance of Upskilling: Stay Current in the Evolving Technology World (Presented by NetApp)
Logan Carrington - Product Marketing Manager
Brandon Johnson - A.I. Solutions Manager
Justin Tomlin - HR Program Manager
Mekka Williams - Sr. Software Engineer
Greg Williams - Vice President of Engineering
This seminar focuses on the importance of upskilling to stay competitive in the world of technology. You will learn about some of the latest tech trends as well as strategies to keep up with the rapid evolution of new technologies. Becoming a successful technologist is not just about technical aptitude. We will discuss the importance of soft skills, sometimes referred to as employability skills, and how to combine technical acumen with these soft skills to create a personal brand that can facilitate a successful and fulfilling career in technology.
Topics covered include:
- Technology trends: How have they transformed the way we do business?
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cloud Computing
- Containers
- What’s next?
- Technical upskill strategies: How can I stay current? How can I get ahead?
- Importance of soft skills and emotional intelligence in technical fields
- From interview candidates to established professionals, why are these skills important?
- How can I improve these skills?
- Personal brand
- Tips for building and promoting a personal brand in a technical field.
At the end of this seminar participants will be able to:
- Describe current technology trends.
- Define a strategy for keeping their technical skillset current.
- Explore ways to combine soft skills with technical currency to become a more successful technologist
Slideshare Presentation: The Importance of Upskilling (Presented by NetApp)
BEYA 2020
Marine Corps Leadership Seminar (Presented by the U.S. Marine Corps)
Dr. Kenneth Dunn - Director - Marine Corps Leadership Seminar
Cpt. Michelle Chadwick - Mechanical Engineer
Cpt. Taylor Paul - Infantry Officer
Cpt. Charlyne Delus - Manpower Officer
Cpt. Oludare Adeniji - Data Analyst
As the Marine Corps Leadership Seminar continues to move toward a more diverse officer corps, the need to engage top talent throughout our country will increase.
MCLS is a simple, cost-effective way to engage students and influencers that takes advantage of the Marine Corps legacy of producing ethical leaders in an uncertain national-security environment.
As part of a larger initiative to improve minority representation in the officer corps, the MCLS began as a result of ACMC's direction to reach out to colleges and universities using 'leadership' as the common denominator. The program’s objective is to showcase the tremendous leadership opportunities that the Corps has to offer young college graduates.
The MCLS program will foster and grow a positive impression of the Corps by connecting with and communicating a message of leadership and integrity to a diverse population of students, faculty, and community influencers.
BEYA 2020
"Young, Gifted and Black" (Presented by Northrop Grumman Corporation)
Daniel Scott - Sector Vice President of Enterprise Services and Chief Information Officer
Deshawn Brown - Systems Engineer, Mission Systems Sector
Farai Chidembo - Cyber Systems Engineer, Aeronautics Sector
Dr. Monique Farrell - Materials Process Engineer, Mission Systems Sector
Vincent Poteat - Systems Engineer, Mission Systems Sector
Sam Williams - Mechanical Engineer, Aeronautics Systems
Innovative excellence aptly describes Northrop Grumman’s technical talent. Their experience, skills, cultural background, natural curiosity and willingness to always learn more makes Northrop Grumman the industry leader it is today. These participants in this Signature Seminar will tell about their aspirations, journeys and achievements as they have made a place for themselves in their respective fields. Their stories are deeply woven into their community and organization involvement. They seek to inspire the next generation of engineers and other STEM talent.
BEYA 2020
Let’s Make a Deal: HBCUs and Technology Commercialization
Melissa Jenkins - Program Manager & Industry Liaison/Program Analyst - U.S. Department of Treasury
Dr. Timothy Akers - Assistant Vice President for Research Innovation and Advocacy - Morgan State University
Necole Parker Green - CEO & Founder - The ELOCEN Group, LLC
Lily Milliner - Executive Vice President - Delmock Technologies Inc.
Thomas Stanley - Chief Revenue Officer - Tanium
Learning Objective/Take Away: Participants will have a greater awareness and understanding of technology commercialization and the opportunities that await their institutions.
Institutions of Higher Educations (IHEs), particularly research institutions, are increasingly expected to play a role in the economic development of their communities. Regional and city governments envision start-up companies emerging from university sponsored research – every institution believes they will be the catalyst for a ‘new Silicon Valley” ecosystem. This seminar features a series of speakers who will describe their programs, and the important role and opportunities for HBCUs/MSIs in the area of technology commercialization.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- The role of technology commercialization and IHEs and importance for HBCUs/MSIs.
- Exposed to success stories in technology commercialization from various regions.
- Federal and state opportunities for technology commercialization.
BEYA 2020
The Skilled Technical Workforce: The Role HBCUs have in Crafting America’s STEM Workforce
Victor McCrary - Vice President for Research and Graduate Programs - University of the District of Columbia
Leon Caldwell - Founder and Managing Partner - Ujima Developers, LLC
William Russo - Aviation Maintenance Program Director - University of the District of Columbia Community College
The National Academies of Sciences has estimated that by 2022, there will be a shortfall of ‘skilled technical workers’ defined as those workers who are post-high school in professions that require STEM-capable skills, but do not require a four-year degree. In addition, the National Academies last year produced a report on Minority Serving Institutions, noting that over half are community colleges. With this changing landscape of multiple career paths for students, and the changing needs of industry, where do are HBCUs/MSIs play a role in their communities this newly, disruptive employment environment.
BEYA 2020
Leadership Begins With Me (Presented by General Dynamics)
Robin Butler - Human Resources Manager
Nikoia Greene - Sr. Director of Operations
Michael Dawson - Information Systems Supervisor
Adrienne Alberts - Director of Strategic Talent Programs
How to Cultivate the leader in You. Some are born leaders, but most can learn to be leaders. By identifying strategies to recognize or develop the leader in you, you will unleash the power within you to achieve success. Developing leaders is essential to make a great and lasting impact. The leader has a vision and sees the big picture, but he or she needs other leaders to help make their mental picture a reality. As we embark on a journey of personal and professional growth, this session will help us to cultivate our leadership skills and comprehend that “Leadership begins with me”. We’ve heard that leaders are born, and this session will dispel that myth and aid us in the discovery of how one can learn to lead and influence others. You will be challenged not only to learn about developing as a leader but also to take the action steps necessary to invest in the potential leaders around you. You’ll learn principles that have been tested and proven again and again. You will learn to unleash the power of influence and be a champion for others.
Lunch & Learn (Presented by IBM Corporation)
Rashida Hodge - Vice President of Insurance Practice
Veena Ganti - Sr. Engineer
Lorraine Johnson - Director of North American Cloud Solutions Team
Shanelle Gayle - Data Science & AI Sales Engineer
Members of IBM Corporation speak to students about life at IBM and share advice on how to progress in their future careers.
Lunch & Learn (Presented by Ford Motor Company)
Dr. Dominique Perry
Claudya Arana-Sanchez
Dr. Nia Harrison
Joseph Bettehome
Lucretia Williams
Join panelists from Ford Motor Company as they share a day in the life of a Ford engineer.
Sending The Elevator Back Down. Will You Be Ready When the Door Opens? (Presented by Consumers Energy)
Angela Nadell - Executive Director of Leadership and Organizational Development
Greg Salisbury - Vice President
Julie Hegedus - Executive Director of Gas Construction and Transmission Operations
Trevor Thomas - Director of Customer Experience
Monique Wells - Human Resources for STEM Talent Acquisition
Learning Objective: If every barrier was removed, obstacles were a thing of the past… and there was a line of leaders available and ready to send the elevator down for you… would you be ready? Do you have a plan? Do you know what questions you would ask… what information you would like to know? How would you make the most out of the opportunity?
Hear firsthand accounts from corporate leaders on how to utilize relationships for success, including developing and sustaining a mentor/sponsor relationship. Making the most out of a mentor or sponsor relationship takes much needed skills and a clear understanding of how to get the most out of every interaction. But first you have to be identified as someone who will be a worthwhile investment. We tell it like it is and provide honest commentary around what will encourage leaders to invest in you. Will you be ready when it’s your time?
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Understand how to develop and sustain a mentor/sponsor relationship
- Understand the attitudes/behaviors that hinder or prolong career advancement
- Develop a 60 second elevator pitch (a concise statement defining your career aspirations)
Women in Natural Resources: Overcoming the Green Ceiling (Presented by the U.S. Forest Service)
Beattra Wilson - National Program Manager
Emilee Blount - Assistant Director of Engineering
Monica Lear - Station Director
Tina Terrell - Associate Deputy Chief
Leslie Weldon - Chief Executive
Grizelle Gonzalez - Research Project Leader
Learning Objective: Examine methods for helping diverse female natural resource professionals grow and develop into the next level of leadership.
All organizations know that they must provide opportunities for employees at all levels to build capacity and provide leadership development. Natural resources professionals also know they must recruit and develop leaders that mirror the changing demographics of the country. What are the strategies needed to recruit and retain new leaders in public service? Are requirements different for younger versus more mature professionals?
At the end of this seminar, participants will:
- Learn from experiences/strategies from panel members on career trajectory in federal agencies.
- Learn how to select mentors and create strong developmental networks.
Go with the Flow: Adapting to Challenges and Achieving Your College Goals
Candace Cox-Wemberley - CEO & Founder - I Am A Genius
Dr. Tosha Padgett - IT Application Manager/Professor - Canton Township/Northwood University
Learning objective: Examine adaptability to college life in order to focus on making the most of the college experience.
Many college students begin to develop a routine and expectations for college life within the first few weeks. Qualities such as flexibility and adaptability can help students acclimate themselves to the new college schedules and changes, such as being away from home and being responsible for making your own decisions. College life can offer so many life-changing experiences and opportunities for students, from networking and coaching to becoming more independent and developing the leadership skills to succeed. Adaptability is about having access to a range of new behaviors for success such as cognitive, emotional, and dispositional flexibility. This can be the difference between making the most of the college experience and barely getting by or failing out. Learn what you can do to adapt to your new surroundings and schedule in order to take advantage of the college offerings that will propel you into your new career.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Discuss the challenges that students will experience in a new college setting.
- Explore tried and true techniques for adapting to the many demands and disruptive changes on students’ schedules.
- Examine the benefits of new behaviors for leadership success such as cognitive, emotional, and dispositional flexibility.
Slideshare Presentation: Go with the Flow: Adapting to Challenges and Achieving Your College Goals
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DEANS Roundtable
Norma B. Clayton - The Boeing Company (Ret.)
Pamela Obiomon, Michael Keeve, Wilbur Walters, Craig Scott, Z.T. Deng, Robin Coger, Heshmat Aglan, Devdas Shetty, John Anderson, Patrick Carriere, Dawit Haile, Murray Gibson, Joyce Shirazi, Derrick Dunne - ABET Accredited HBCU Engineering Deans
In order to sustain competitiveness in the world, we have to continue to innovate. What are HBCUs doing to be on the cutting edge of technology and innovation? What are the next practices and areas of innovation?
Recently, Lango Deen and Rayondon Kennedy sat down with Tennessee State grad and current Rice University PhD student, Tarence Rice Jr., for an in-depth conversation. Topics range from his introduction to engineering, obtaining internships, where he sees himself in the future, and much more. Stay tuned for CCG Media’s presentation of “A Conversation With Tarence Rice Jr.,” featuring Lango Deen and Rayondon Kennedy.
"Can You Hear Me Out There?" The Power of Public Speaking
Juanita Christensen - Director - U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command
Tymeka Whiteside - Project Manager - NetApp, Inc.
Shanna Sarsins - CEO - Sarsins LLC
Learning Objective: Explore speaking styles to build speaking skills
A confident speaker, regardless of title or position, will have a competitive edge over just about everyone. Cultivating the ability to communicate, choose your words carefully, and engage people is the best investment you could ever make. This seminar will help attendees to understand the principles of active listening and how to apply them to ensure that we collect the information needed in order to attain success. Learn how to take the lead and motivate the masses by expressing your message with passion and inspiration.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Examine the principles of active listening.
- Explore active listening skills for better communication.
- Learn techniques to convey their message accurately and directly.
- Explore mental coaching techniques to address fear.
Slideshare Presentation: "Can You Hear Me Out There?" The Power of Public Speaking
Leadership and Excellence in Diversity: Sustaining the Diversity Momentum in Changing Times
Rita Sampson - Chief of Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity - U.S. Intelligence Community
Chinwe Abara - Program Manager of Global Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging - NetApp
Col. Antoinette Gant - District Commander - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District
Learning Objective: Diversity champions create a brand and image that supports and reflects competence and business value
What does it mean to be a diversity leader? Over the past several years, diversity has been a hot topic. However, as times change and business challenges increase, the term has become a stale reference to check off a list of politically correct requirements. As diversity champions, we are challenged to educate, energize, and excite our organization around diversity initiatives. These initiatives build the foundation of creativity, innovation, and transformative results. Diversity and inclusion leaders are key players on the executive leadership team with the specific responsibility of ensuring that human resources are honored, embraced, and ready to contribute great value. Diversity and inclusion leaders are trusted advisors who fundamentally create strategies that result in corporate cultural transformations to effectively support the mission and vision of the organization. To continue to be successful and safeguard the great work and efforts of those before you, you must create a brand and image that reflects high integrity and strong leadership capacity. This workshop will arm you with the skills you need to change your leadership image and effectively function as a vital part of the leadership vision.
At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Explore key diversity and inclusion leadership and management skills.
- Understand strategies for building the right brand and image.
- Examine what it means to transform organizational culture.
- Create a plan for excellence in diversity and inclusion leadership.
- Explore business challenges that impact diversity and inclusion leaders.
Slideshare Presentation: Leadership and Excellence in Diversity: Sustaining the Diversity Momentum in Changing Times
Keep the Flames Burning! Connecting Values, Preserving Identity, and Cultivating Passion to Avoid Burnout
Petula Brown - Senior Project Manager - Mathematica Policy Research
Brandy Merritt - Strategy Mobilization & Integration Director - Consumers Energy
Learning Objective: Use strategies to increase productivity and career longevity
When emails pile up, co-workers test your patience, and organizational politics create conflict, it can be a part-time job to stay focused and committed. Most employees, despite finding work that they feel is aligned with what they enjoy, experience varying levels of burnout throughout their careers. All professionals, at all levels, need to share tools and techniques to stay connected to the vision, mission, and goals. For some, you may feel that you are in a position that may not quite fit your bigger vision. The challenge for you is still the same. We must connect with our values, find ways to express our identity and creativity, and find passion. “Wherever you go, there you are.” Become a professional who seeks opportunities to express your greatness despite changing tasks, and circumstances. This workshop will help you re-energize and shift your thinking in ways that can turn a dead end into a multiple path of opportunities, morale, and effectiveness.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Identify strategies to connect personal and professional values.
- Manage stress, change, and industry rumors.
- Examine strategies to move from a task manager to strategic professional.
- Explore five techniques to cultivate passion and commitment.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/keep-the-flames-burning-connecting-values-preserving-identity-and-cultivating-passion-to-avoid-burnout-179350607
Organizational Politics from Venus: Developing Power and Influence From a Woman’s Perspective
Terri Williams - Founder - The Above Average School
Linda Taliaferro - Vice President of Global Quality - Meritor, Inc.
Paula Taylor - Acting Director of the Office of Diversity & Leadership - U.S. Army Materiel Command
Learning Objective: Assessing methods for navigating corporate politics from the female perspective
Do you know why women are not sitting at the leadership tables in your organization? Have you ever thought that, if given the opportunity, you could help make your organization better? Many professional women have reported feeling left out of key decisions or impacted by the politics that lessen their contributions. At the same time, several top women executives who continue to excel say YOU must learn to understand, rise above, and effectively use politics to get things done. In her book, Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead, COO of Facebook Sheryl Sandburg encourages women to promote themselves in order to achieve professional advancement. This session is part two of a two-part series that will help women to address the best methods of navigating organizational politics from the all-female panel’s perspective.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Identify how women view organizational politics.
- Learn the skills and traits used by female employees to be successful in organizational politics.
- Explore possible opportunities and challenges in various industries.
Organizational Politics from Mars: Developing Power and Influence from a Man’s Perspective
Regina Evans - Engineering Program Manager - NetApp
Jim Campione - Aerotek
David Jones - Financial Advisor - Edward Jones Investments
Alcus Smith - Senior Field Leader - Consumers Energy
Learning Objective: Assessing methods for navigating corporate politics from the male perspective
Do you know why women are not sitting at the leadership tables in your organization? Have you ever thought that, if given the opportunity, you could help make your organization better? Many professional women have reported feeling left out of key decisions or impacted by the politics that lessen their contributions. At the same time, several top women executives who continue to excel say YOU must learn to understand, rise above, and effectively use politics to get things done. In her book, Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead, COO of Facebook Sheryl Sandburg encourages women to promote themselves in order to achieve professional advancement. This session is part one of a two-part series that will help women to address the best methods of navigating organizational politics from the all-male panel’s perspective.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Identify how men view organizational politics.
- Learn the skills and traits used by male employees to be successful in organizational politics.
- Explore possible opportunities and challenges in various industries.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/organizational-politics-from-mars-developing-power-and-influence-from-a-mans-perspective-179350615
Recently, Lango Deen and Rayondon Kennedy sat down with Disney Research Fellow, Lanny Smoot, for an in-depth conversation. Topics range from his background, what lead to winning Most Promising Engineer, and much more. Stay tuned for USBE & Information Technology magazine’s presentation of “A Conversation with Lanny Smoot,” featuring Lango Deen and Rayondon Kennedy.
The Power of Focus: Tuning In to the Right Priorities
Adrienne Somerville - National Industrial Business Operations Director - NAVAIR
Anu Mangaly - Senior Engineer - NetApp Inc.
Liza Raiser - Diversity & Inclusion Manager - Raytheon Company
Learning Objective: Increase professional and personal productivity and workplace efficiency
We have access to limitless information in our rapidly changing world as we face competing priorities. There are so many opportunities, options, paths, new developments, and discoveries that fight for our limited attention. With this in mind, clarity and focus are critical skills to ensure that we reach our most important milestones. If you can conquer the art of focus, you will prosper, be more effective, and increase the quality of life and work. This workshop will provide specific focusing strategies to help you make decisive moves, change bad habits, minimize your weaknesses, and maximize your strengths.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Explore specific strategies and habits that support mental clarity.
- List common distractions and how to manage them.
- Identify priorities and strategies to create better work-life balance.
- Examine habits and activities that help and hurt ANY goal.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/the-power-of-focus-tuning-in-to-the-right-priorities-179350623
Solutions Fireside Chat: Leaky Pipes and the Women of Color Executive Leader Accelerator Program
Norma B. Clayton - Trustee - Tuskegee University
Anita Estell - CEO - CELIE
The path to the c-suite is an arduous undertaking for women of color. Research concludes, that of any group, women of color, particularly black women receive the least assistance related to executive advancement. New models and disruptive innovations are needed to promote and support the advancement of women of color as senior executives in public, private and nonprofit enterprises.
This session addresses barriers precluding the advancement of women of color to the c-suite. Two trailblazing c-suite level presenters will discuss findings associated with “leaky pipes,” including those factors that impede executive advancement and introduce participants to the Women of Color Executive Leader Accelerator (WoCELA) pipeline partner initiative. WoCELA is a prototype college-age recruitment, retention and advancement intervention that will place at least 250 high-potential professionals on the path to the c-suite over the next five years. Session attendees also will be invited to share narratives, insights, lessons learned and offer suggestions to help inform prototype development prior to program launch in 2020. The exchange also will inform solution development of a customized program for mid-managers.
Think, Act, Achieve extraordinary Results: Winning Executive Coaching Strategies for the Leader and the Coach
Kenneth Bailey - NOAA
Courtney Powell - Director of Engineering - Assent Delivery - Eli Lilly and Company
Learning objective: Improve leadership and coaching skills
Leadership is about moving toward important goals and embracing the potential and growth power of people. Whether you are a top CEO, director, team lead, or beginning your career, you should be asking yourself one critical question: “How can I grow and achieve personal excellence?” Executive coaching is a strategic partnership that maximizes performance and growth potential to drive enhanced business outcomes. This workshop provides a vault of pioneering concepts, tools, and resources that move leaders from innovative thought to strategic action. Get ready to be challenged, take risks, and achieve extraordinary results.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Create a plan and vision that supports business, professional, and life mission.
- Use leadership techniques and communication strategies that support vision.
- List tools to overcome resistance, act, and make strategic decisions.
- Examine coaching competencies to assist the success of future leaders and team members.
- Use strategies to get out of their comfort zone, generate ideas, and expand vision.
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Linda Gooden, formerly of Lockheed Martin
The two cover how to get students prepared for the future, getting students involved with machine learning and blockchain, how to provide job opportunities to students who don't attend 4-year universities, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
Act Like a CEO, Think Like a Leader: Top Leaders Get Real About Gender, Leadership, and Perceptions
Renata Spinks - Cyber Technology Officer - U.S. Marine Corps Force Cyberspace Command
Cora Richardson - Engineering Project Manager - Apple, Inc.
Tisha Hammond - CEO - Ascent Small Business Promotion, LLC
Learning Objective: Examine the challenges and strategies of gender barriers
Be strong in the work place? Wait, not too strong? Be assertive? Wait, that’s aggressive? For every piece of advice a woman leader receives, there is an equal and opposite reaction. This seminar brings leaders together to share perceptions, management challenges, and leadership strategies. Leaders speak up and share candid thoughts for getting results and overcoming stereotypes and barriers. If information is power, this seminar is your source.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Engage in a candid dialogue regarding the perceived challenges of managing/leading women and being managed/led by women.
- Discuss techniques that help build professional relationships.
- Explore the impact of gender and perceptions on pay and promotion.
Adapt or Crash: Emerging Technology’s Impact on Today’s Business
Arundhati Desai - Business Process Manager - FCA, Quality Vehicle Safety and Compliance
Jeannice Fairrer Samani - Fairrer Samani Group
Prabha Mani - Senior Engineer QA, NetApp
Learning Objective: Examine how current technology will affect businesses in the future
It wasn’t that long ago when the technological buzzwords social, cloud, and mobile were being explored by businesses and changing the way we work. With new technology being developed faster than a company can learn and roll out to their employees, the next innovation question is “what’s next?” Artificial intelligence, augmented/virtual realities, and the Internet of Things have been introduced to businesses. New additions to this growing list of technology such as voice capabilities, blockchain, quantum computing, robotics, and flexible screens have jumped into the mix of future technological advancements that will make businesses run smarter and faster. Join us for a look into the future as our panel discusses the challenge for business to determine how to position itself on the leading edge of innovation.
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify and analyze various emerging technologies in business.
- Analyze and assess the various factors that affect business strategy with emerging technology.
- Understand the impact of emerging technology on society.
- Explore the importance of ethical practices in the usage of emerging technology.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/adapt-or-crash-emerging-technologys-impact-on-todays-business
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Doni Glover, sits down with Marsha Jews and Stephanie Hill of Lockheed Martin.
The three cover Stephanie's path to engineering, instilling positivity within our students, Lockheed Martin's conference participation, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Maj. Sean Spence.
The two cover Maj. Spence's background, the STEM profession, how students can develop leadership abilities, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
High Performance Collaboration: Leadership, Teamwork, and Negotiation
Ann Green-Ramsey - Global Chief, Electrical & Connectivity Quality - Ford Motor Company
Liliana Ramirez - Global Director, Lean Manufacturing - Ford Motor Company
Edith Pickens - HQE, Senior Advisor for Workforce Development & Integration - U.S. Army
Alba Contreras Rodriguez - President - Focus on Solution, LLC
Anne Marie Graham-Hudak - Ford Motor Company
Learning Objective: Discuss traits that help develop and expand your leadership repertoire
Are leaders born or made? How do aspiring managers succeed in an ever-changing business environment? How do they lead different groups to action? Throughout this seminar, we will explore how great leaders assess themselves, manage collaborative teams, and effectively manage negotiations and conflict.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Discover how leaders communicate through storytelling and employ other communication strategies to influence.
- Explore and analyze leadership styles.
- Identify how organizations can develop team charters to optimize their groups and develop a game plan for effective negotiation.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/high-performance-collaboration-leadership-teamwork-and-negotiation-179350606
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, Marsha Jews sits down with a plethora of past BEYA STEM attendees and principal members, such as Dr. Charles Johnson Bey, Carl Eric Fonville, and Matt Bowman; just to name a few.
Marsha speaks with each of these interviewees about their start in engineering, their respective organizations, and how the BEYA STEM Conference has played a major part in their lives.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
It’s Time to take Control: Develop Leadership Habits that will take you to the Top!
Tara Phelps-Jones - Inspector General - U.S. Army Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command
Jeannice Fairrer Samani - Fairrer Samani Group
Cresencio Hernandez - Site Production Manager - Consumers Energy
Learning Objective: Discuss methods that help focus and improve leadership habits
Are you doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results? This is the definition of insanity. It is time to get real and get results. Successful leaders make choices every day that move them in the direction of their vision. You have the power to achieve all that you want. The secret to getting there is in understanding three words: My Daily Habits.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Identify skill gaps through leadership assessments.
- Explore leadership habits that get results.
- List ineffective habits and create a personal action plan.
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Dr. Chris Jones.
The two cover Dr. Jones' personal and military background, why he personally goes to BEYA, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Dr. Mark Dean of the University of Tennessee.
The two cover providing opportunities to minorities in STEM, the future of the Information Age ,and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Dr. Pamela McCauley of the National Science Foundation's Innovation Corps (I-Corps) Program.
The two cover her early background, supporting the BEYA STEM Conference, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Dr. Charles Johnson Bey of Lockheed Martin.
The two cover the importance of STEM to the community, BEYA camaraderie, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Dr. Mark Dean of Career Communications Group.
The two cover the purpose of creating the BEYA STEM Conference, the lack of minority engineers, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
The Path to Being the Best Leader: How to Lead with Charisma, Integrity, and Conviction
Brenda Johnson-Turner - Director of Real Estate - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Dr. Kelley Peatross - Regional Community Affairs Manager - Consumers Energy
Shanna Sarsin - CEO - Sarsins LLC
Learning Objective: Discuss methods that increase leadership skills
The quality of an organization’s leadership and management is critical to its success. This is true at team, department, and organizational levels. However, what’s the secret to that quality? How do you ensure it throughout the organization? How do you become an excellent leader and manager yourself? As with any professional skill, the skills of leadership and management can be learned and practiced. This course is specifically designed to help you do just that, whatever your role in the organization is.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Understand the skills needed to be a successful leader.
- Examine ways to manage staff performance.
- Learn how to evaluate their own style.
- Develop skills that help deliver their objectives.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/the-path-to-being-the-best-leader-how-to-lead-with-charisma-integrity-and-conviction-179350622
Strategic Executive Leadership: Discover essential Leadership Skills That Change the Game
Bernice Billups - Senior Manager - Boeing Global Engagement
Cheryl Partee - Chief Financial Officer - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Keisha Pexton - Director, Learning & Workforce Development - Huntington Ingalls Industries
Tanya Axenson - Aerotek
Learning Objective: Learn techniques and approaches to increase team and individual performance by implementing strategic leadership skills.
Ever wonder what separates “good” from “great?” The most effective leaders think ahead, keep the big picture in mind, and plan to get results. Key leaders will share their winning strategic moves and skills you can use to thrive as a leader and move to the next level. So, the question is, of all the leadership advice, what actually works? What are the top key strategies that we need to embrace to make the difference in the way we manage ourselves, people, and competing values? The key to success is planning a strategy and using the science of leadership to give you an edge.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Understand the top five strategies used to get results.
- Review key leadership knowledge and techniques that have transformed industries.
- Identify personal leadership strategies.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/strategic-executive-leadership-discover-essential-leadership-skills-that-change-the-game-179351829
Super Mega Ultra Women - Build Up, Not Tear Down!
Renata Spinks - Cyber Technology Officer - United States Marine Corps Force Cyberspace Command
Joan Hughes - Director of Reintegration - Louisiana National Guard
Mekka Williams - Senior Engineer - NetApp, Inc.
Ngozi Orubo - Senior Systems Reliability Program Manager - GE Renewable Energy
Learning outcome: Examine methods for overcoming stereotypes and barriers for women
When you meet someone, what are your initial assumptions? Do these assumptions impact the way you interact with them? Our brains naturally place people into larger groups or categories based on the situation. In business, subtle biases can become major roadblocks to fair and inclusive diversity practices. These perceptions can have a real impact on career trajectory and cause contributions to be ignored and diminished. Join us as we discuss how women can help build and support each other’s rise to the executive level and avoid undercutting each other.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Explore actions and attitudes often expressed in the workplace.
- Identify ways to advocate for women leaders and other under-represented groups to build each other up, not tear each other down.
- Examine common concerns and challenges for women in the corporate world.
- Discover methods for building a diverse workplace that helps erase road blocks for women.
- Describe methods for building support, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/super-mega-ultra-women-build-up-not-tear-down
Inclusion in Diversity & Inclusion: Inclusive Enhancement by Digital Transformation
Jem Pagan - CEO - Blue Sky Consulting
An effective diversity and inclusion strategy needs time to grow and can be helped by digital analytics. HR can partner with other departments to help this growth. Join us as we discuss the future of HR and data analytics.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Examine how change management and inclusion can be used with data analytics to make network connections.
- Explore best practices for HR leaders to develop leadership. '
- Examine digital interpretation to address AI for positive outcomes.
It’s a Women’s World: Apply the Art of Influence to Own it
Jasmine Brennan - Inclusion and Diversity Business Partner - Aerotek
Mariama Beemer - Advanced Technical Content Developer - NetApp Inc.
Lawanda Penland Dunwell - Raytheon Company
Shanna Sarsin - CEO -Sarsins LLC
Learning Objective: Increase performance in the workplace through influence
Ladies, this may be the single most important skill you have in your toolbox for success. Some people are excited when they hear the word influence, while others cringe at the idea of influencing others. How you feel about this word could be your breakthrough answer. You are always influencing others and making an impact. Yet, great leaders understand how to do this strategically. This seminar will show you proven techniques to make an impact, get results, and gain respect in the workplace.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Recognize how others perceive them and capitalize on their strengths and weaknesses.
- Enhance performance by applying the science of motivation and the art of empathy.
- Use praise, support, and team building as a strategy to influence.
Playing in the Sandbox: Effective Strategies for Managing Multi-Generational Teams
Petula Brown - Senior Project Manager - Mathematica Policy Research
Col. Antoinette Gant - District Commander - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District
Stephanie Simmons - Director, Supply Chain Procurement - Huntington Ingalls Industries
Learning Objective: Enhance techniques for successful collaboration among teams
Managers are charged with meeting diverse needs to maximize value and productivity. To be a competent leader and manager, your role is to create opportunities, empower others, and leverage the specialized skills of employees. One continuing challenge is managing multi-generational teams. The complexity of communication presents two core challenges: How do we increase quality and efficiency of knowledge sharing, and how do we improve value? Collaboration and knowledge sharing practices are essential to solving problems, enhancing professional relationships, increasing productivity, and improving work quality. Building communities that continue to address knowledge sharing and collaboration systems is the key to remaining competitive.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Explore knowledge sharing techniques to stay ahead of the competition.
- Identify new and innovative ways that organizations share knowledge and collaborate.
- Explore ways to foster communities that embrace successful collaborative exchanges.
- Examine global and multi-generational knowledge sharing opportunities and challenges.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/playing-in-the-sandbox-effective-strategies-for-managing-multigenerational-teams-179350617
Unleash your Professional Savvy – Secrets to Power, Style, and Grace
Christine Burkette - Senior Executive - Pierce, Monroe and Associates
Carlotta Tutt-Holloway - Principal - True Root Marketing
Charmaine Thomas - Senior I&D Business Partner - Aerotek Inc.
Rosylin Weston - President - R.A. Weston Communications, LLC
Learning Objective: Access your competitive edge by designing a winning image, building self-confidence, and communicating value with style and grace.
Are you on top of your game? In today’s competitive market, the professional woman must understand what it means to project a powerful image. Your ability to build professional savvy is the key to breaking through barriers and achieving success. Technical skills, education, specialized career training, and performance are only the beginning. Did you know that 90 percent of your ability to move up the corporate and federal executive ladder is influenced by your personal brand and image, credibility, and communication skills? If image is everything, then everything matters. Whether you are seeking recognition, promotion, or just entering the workforce, this seminar will help you capitalize on your hard work as you unleash the best you.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Explore ways to build and express self-confidence.
- Create a winning image and leverage their circles of influence.
- Examine professional savvy and politics.
- Design a plan to increase recognition and value in the workplace.
- Explore 10 critical style tips for today’s professional woman.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/unleash-your-professional-savvy-secrets-to-power-style-and-grace
Be the Match (Presented by Consumers Energy)
Tarita Gibson - Account Manager - Be The Match Stacy Freer Diane Klane Tonya Smith Barbara Howard
Join our Race Against Time – A discussion around inequality in patient access to life-saving treatment
At Be The Match, we match blood cancer patients to life-saving blood stem cell donors. But as patients urgently need donors who share their ethnic background, race is a crucially important factor. Join us to learn how blood cancers, sickle cell, and other deadly diseases are impacting people of color, and how you can help ensure equal access for all patients in need.
Choose Your Words, Change Your Future! Top Money-Making Communication Techniques
Adrienne Somerville - National Industrial Business Operations Director - NAVAIR
Rukiya Higgins - CIO Project Manager - Raytheon Company
Eric Moore - Director - US Army
Learning Objective: Use strategies to increase communication in the workplace
Do you know what you are really saying? Before you speak a single word, you have already said so much. Your body language, facial expressions, and attitude tell their own story. A strong leader knows how to say what she means. Her voice is strong, her points are clear, and she talks about the big picture. She invests in increasing her vocabulary and uses language that reflects core values, missions, and goals. She can take these skills straight to the bank as she rises to the top.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Identify top communication techniques that support clarity and purpose.
- Explore ways to articulate mission and values.
- Practice effective listening skills.
- Identify individual listening and communication styles.
- Examine personal communication challenges and ways to address them.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/choose-your-words-change-your-future-top-moneymaking-communication-techniques
Behavior and Business: Best Practices in Business Etiquette (Career Lab)
Andre Thornton - KUSI Global, Inc.
Andre Thornton leads a close knit discussion that fields questions and anecdotes from the audience on developing better business etiquette skills.
WOC Alumnae Welcome Reception 2019
Norma Clayton - Trustee - Tuskeegee University Sandra McNeil - Global Manufacturing Chief Engineer for Performance Vehicles - General Motors Manali Sapre - Director of Engineering & Technology - Quicken Loans Dottie Li - Founder/CEO - TransPacific Communications
Artificial Intelligence: Boosting the Future of Workforce Productivity
Jeannice Fairrer Samani - Fairrer Samani Group
Christine Burkette - Senior Executive - Pierce, Monroe and Associates
Kavitha Duvoor - Automation Engineering Manager - Eli Lilly and Company
Learning Objective: Examine artificial intelligence impact on corporate efficiency
Today’s managers state that artificial intelligence (AI) will be among the most transformational technology in the workforce. It affects our lives in a multitude of ways, from banks using anti-money laundering algorithms to call center chatbots that augment customer interactions. All of these are led by AI’s power to increase operational efficiency and make faster, more informed decisions. The more AI influences customer expectations, the greater the impact it will have on the future of work and business decisions.
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify what artificial intelligence is and what its business applications are.
- Examine the reasons for integrating AI into management and the practical data-driven methods to quantify opportunities that create a competitive advantage.
- Understand how to extract business value from AI to develop new, innovative methods for changing how their business operates.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/artificial-intelligence-boosting-the-future-of-workforce-productivity
The Changing Faces in FinTech
Prem Chacko - IT Product Systems Chief Architect - The Boeing Company
Andrea Allen - Client Services Leader - The Boeing Company
Dr. Tosha Padgett - IT Application Manager/Professor - Canton Township/Northwood University
Kim Wilson - Vice President of Technology Operations - JP Morgan Chase Co.
For many years, financial services have had a dominant grip on the market with little change to their business strategies. But today’s businesses are facing demands from new visionaries that are providing a multitude of services and greater customer experience. Entrepreneurs are opening new opportunities for women, businesses, and consumers as they unlock new territories on the economy. Female FinTech trendsetters are changing the current market from the old guard and redesigning a better, more gender-friendly financial services approach in areas such as banking, capital markets, investment management, and insurance by adding more female leadership and technology to the mix. New approaches such as crowdfunding, peer-to-peer lenders, mobile payments, digital currencies and more will benefit consumers by expanding choices and increasing competition.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Understand how automation of the financial sector will provide a more informative service for consumers.
- Examine what technologies women are improving to increase efficiency and promote productivity in the workforce.
- Explain how Fintech will minimize human error and free up capital for consumers.
Opportunities in FinTech
Tisha Hammond - CEO, Ascent Small Business Promotion, LLC
Monica Emerson - National Chair, Women of Color STEM Conference
The expansion of technology in the workforce has caused major changes in every aspect of our life, especially finance. Whether you are buying a cup of coffee with your iPhone or handling complex financial data, you deal with fintech every day. With $31.6 billion of investment in the US, and an additional $18.1 billion invested globally over the last five years, fintech is one of the hottest technology sectors. New software applications and tons of money are being poured into securing financial sectors, but what is lacking in the market is women. Fintech companies are lacking female leaders at the helm to help drive business into the next decade. The talent is out there, and there are more than enough opportunities for financial institutions to close the gap. Don't miss the chance to hear how top executives in the Fintech industry are working to locate talented women who can improve financial institutions and keep our technological border-walls safe. In this session, you will hear why there is a need for women in Fintech, and what financial and technological industries are doing to locate talented STEM professionals to close the gender gap in their industries.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Understand what challenges the Fintech industry is facing in the changing financial landscape.
- Examine what steps financial institutions are taking to locate and recruit top female talent to improve their existing workforce
- Explain how Fintech companies will retain top talent in the field and populate the pipeline.
FinTech: The Challenge
Prem Chacko -IT Product Systems Chief Architect - The Boeing Company
Kim Wilson - Vice President of Technology Operations - JP Morgan Chase Co.
Stephanie Smith - Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer - Fifth Third Bank
Technology is changing the way we do business while affecting every aspect of society— from the government to private firms. With ubiquitous smartphones and data stored in the Cloud, the financial landscape has not been omitted from technology’s reach. The business world and the financial realm have reached a critical point with cyber-hackers breaching corporate and government firewalls to gain access to privilegedinformation, wipe out bank accounts, or hold government and financial institutions hostage. Many companies are embracing technologies, such as blockchain-based systems, which offer exponential opportunities to companies as well as clients. It can also add new risks that include financial instability and loss of profits. This challenge for the FinTech industries will become a major concern for consumers when it comes to protecting customer accounts, developing creative security measures, and installing effective processes for better protection while increasing customer satisfaction.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Understand what challenges the FinTech industry is facing in the changing financial landscape.
- Examine what steps financial institutions are taking to manage, secure, and protect customer information to create financial stability and success.
- Explain how innovations can help reduce the risk associated with the use of new technologies and attacks from cyber security hackers.
FinTech Symposium Luncheon & Workshop “What is FinTech and Why is it Important?"
Valerie Root - The Boeing Company David Jones - Financial Advisor Dr. Tosha Padgett - IT Application Manager/Professor - Canton Township/Northwood University As global populations become more diverse and mobile, and services more independent, disruption in technology sectors will evolve at an even more rapid rate. This is especially true in the financial industry, where financial technology, or FinTech, continues to be one of the fastest growing and rapidly changing industries. One of the major drivers is the influence of women in the financial services and technological worlds. Their talents and skillsets are allowing for new consumer and business applications and business models in these areas. By leveraging technology, the FinTech industry, and the women driving it are helping businesses become more efficient.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Understand what FinTech is and the influence that women have on the FinTech industry.
- Examine how diverse perspectives in FinTech can increase business efficiency and help businesses to increase financial results.
- Explain how FinTech will create a better financial ROI for customers.
Ambition Without Fear: Women of Color in Technology – Needed, but Hidden Figures no More!
Ted Childs - Diversity Workforce Catalyst - Ted Childs, LLC
Denise Gray - CEO - LG Chem
Fran M. Dillard - Director of Global Diversity and Inclusion - Lockheed Martin Corporation
Rashida Hodge - IBM Corporation
Virginia Mayo - Senior Technical Staff Member - IBM Corporation
Telva McGruder - Director of Workplace Engineering & Operations Solutions Sustainable Workplace - General Motors Corporation
2019 represents 400 years since the arrival of the first slave ships to North America. The progress made by the Black Community in general, and Women of Color in particular has been documented, not fully, but it can no longer be considered an unknown. Given the film “Hidden Figures,” the emergence of a legitimate presidential candidate, and yet the release of the 2019 Fortune 500 list---33 women: 2 Asian; 1 Black---we must continue to frame the discussion through our lens. Socially, culturally, politically, and technologically, Women of Color have been involved in the development of this nation, and yet in the words of our beloved Maya Angelou, “And Still I Rise.” What are the workplace challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century for our women---education, racism, sexism, sexual harassment, mentors, sponsors, white women, other women of color, white men, men of color? Whatever, whoever they are, and for whom they present a challenge, they are on the table for discussion. We are past the time for tolerance of any topic being “off the table.” Senior leaders will engage in this discussion.
(BEYA Seminar 2757) How to Land a Government Job: NASA’s Resume Writing Workshop and Application Tips (Presented by NASA)
Applying for a position in the federal government might seem like a daunting task. Have no fear, NASA is here to show applicants how to; create a government formatted resume, enhance an existing resume, and navigate the application site, USA Jobs.gov. Individuals are encouraged to bring a copy of their resume to the workshop for one-on-one critiquing.
In recognition of Cyber Security Month, Lango Deen and Rayondon Kennedy sat down with Sandia National Labs’ own, Logan Carpenter, for an in-depth conversation. Topics range from Carpenter’s background, HBCU coverage of cyber security education, Sandia National Labs’ pipeline for HBCU students to gain valuable training and careers, and much more. Stay tuned for CCG Digital's presentation of “A Conversation with Logan Carpenter,” featuring Lango Deen and Rayondon Kennedy.
(BEYA Seminar 2319) Making the Most of Graduate School
Learning Objective: Examine resources for successfully navigating graduate school admission and courses
Acclimating to a new environment or even a new process can be difficult. While pursuing an undergraduate degree presents its challenges, taking the next step to the advanced degree presents even more challenges. How can one navigate through the graduate school process as an early career graduate student? What are the tools needed for this transition? This seminar highlights the tools needed for the graduate school experience while addressing the factors that impact those experiences. This session also highlights the difficulties in STEM fields while discussing some solutions that can help to overcome the common challenges and hurdles that are usually encountered.
At the end of the seminar, participants will be able to: 1. Strategically plan each academic year for both short-term and long-term goals based on the identified impact factors. 2. Tap into resources that help foster graduate academic and personal growth. 3. Recognize the difference between a sponsor and a mentor and expand their academic network by fostering these relationships. 4. Identify both personal and research goals to make the best of the graduate school experience while recognizing how to incorporate each goal set to find the right balance.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/making-the-most-of-graduate-school