Professional Development for Women and Minorities

The United States Space Force: The Role For HBCUs

(BEYA Seminar 2446) The United States Space Force: The Role For HBCUs

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?

Transformational Leadership: Become a Leader Who Makes a Difference

(WOC Seminar 1118) Transformational Leadership: Become a Leader Who Makes a Difference

 

Learning Objective: Examine methods for developing a successful team  

 

Are you the type of leader who takes control of a situation by conveying a clear vision of the group’s goals, who exhibits a passion for your work, and who has the ability to put others at ease? If not, do you want to be this person? A transformational leader is one that can inspire positive changes in those around them, is energetic, and is enthusiastic. These leaders are focused on helping their team members rise to their best. This seminar will address how transformational leadership can convey trust and develop employees. 

 

By the end of the session, participants will:

 

1. Discuss what transformational leadership is.
2. Discover the traits that support and mentor employees to greatness.
3. Examine processes for boosting morale, creating positive expectations, and leading empowered groups.

 

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How to Create an Innovative Ecosystem in HBCUs

(BEYA Seminar 2441) How to Create an Innovative Ecosystem in HBCUs

 

Learning Objective: 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 programs at their IHEs, and the important role and opportunities for HBCUs/MSIs in technology commercialization.

 

At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

 

1. The role of technology commercialization and IHEs and importance for HBCUs/MSIs.
2. Exposed to success stories in technology commercialization from various regions.
3. Federal and state opportunities for technology commercialization.

Represent the Best You! How to Build an Authentic Winning Image

(WOC Seminar 1317) Represent the Best You! How to Build an Authentic Winning Image

Learning Objective: Discover practices for developing your personal brand and increasing your workplace image.

You have worked hard and crafted a strong vision for success. You've got the technical skills and the drive, and you're ready to start proceeding on your journey. But there is still a struggle to be recognized for your achievements. Women can be measured differently from men in the workplace. What image can help your vision of success become a reality? In this seminar, leaders will come together to not only share strategies to represent the best you but also bring professional development to life with a candid discussion of how to personalize your image for success. Join us as we explore the latest business fashion trends and strategies that will give your brand a boost.

At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

1. Explore what building a brand really means.
2. share mid-level and professional executive wisdom for business casual and business chic fashion tips.
3. Explore ways to dress for success without losing their personal style and identity.
4. Examine how ideas of a winning brand have evolved. What is the role of inclusion of race, ethnicity, religion, etc., in the workplace?

Deans Roundtable

(BEYA Seminar 2320) Deans Roundtable

In many ways, the engineering departments of historically Black colleges and universities are thriving more than ever before. However, HBCUs continue to face many challenges, even though their students and faculty members outperform themselves year after year. During this seminar, more than a dozen college and university deans come together to talk about the current state of HBCUs. Each panelist will highlight some of their school’s achievements and speak to the challenges faced by historically Black institutions.

Applying Emotional Intelligence for Emerging Leaders (Career Lab Track)

(WOC Seminar 1215) Applying Emotional Intelligence for Emerging Leaders (Career Lab Track)

Researchers and business experts agree that people with high emotional intelligence (E.I.) are consistently the top performers in their organizations. They're more resilient and flexible when things get tough and are held in the highest regard by their bosses, peers, co-workers, and others. In this seminar, you'll learn why emotional intelligence is far more that just a handy set of "people skills," and why many executives feel it's the one skill you must have to be successful in today's workplace! Using the emotional intelligence skills, you'll learn during this seminar, you'll gain the ability to more appropriately respond to the world around you and eliminate the stress and frustration that often comes from working with others.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1. Gain respect from everyone you come into contact with.
2. Achieve consensus among your teammates and co-workers, faster and without misunderstandings.
3. Understand your emotions and influence the emotions of others in a positive way.
4. Overcome the causes of difficult behaviors in others.
5. Get the results that you want from others.
6. Use Emotional Intelligence to create a positive work environment for continued career success.

Leadership in the Age of Hip Hop (Pres. by Raytheon Corp.)

(BEYA Seminar 2752) Leadership in the Age of Hip Hop (Presented by Raytheon Corporation)

The civil rights movement helped open the doors for people of color to increase their population in technology industries. Raytheon, a technology leader specializing in defense, homeland security, and other government markets throughout the world is embracing the changing work environment. With a history of innovation spanning more than 100 years, Raytheon is also leader in creating a diverse workforce. 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, they have been heavily influenced by 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.

NEEDED - "All In" Influential Men Champions for D&I (Presented by Consumers Energy)

(WOC Seminar 1736) NEEDED - "All In" Influential Men Champions for D&I (Presented by Consumers Energy)

Learning Objective: Examine how adding influential decision makers to D&I initiatives can lead to success.

Diversity and inclusion initiatives need to have "all hands-on-deck" to be successful, and this includes the company's upper level influential allies. Many organizational enterprises have unintentionally excluded some upper level males, which has distanced their support for these programs. This is unfortunate considering these men hold influential power positions as decision-makers. The best way to create a successful program and capitalize on their influence is to provide them with a meaningful role and purpose in the diversity initiative. Their input and influence can help create opportunities for adjusting of D&I policies and successful acceptance of these programs.

At the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the root cause for non-engagement of influential men? Is it a lack of knowledge or a lack of desire to make meaningful change?
2. Discuss the importance of having influential decision-making men engaged in D&I programs.
3. Identify action steps for inspiring higher-level men to become D&I Champions.

2 Hour Lunch & Learn (Presented by Intel Corporation)

(WOC Seminar 1739) 2 Hour Lunch & Learn (Presented by Intel Corporation)

The Women of Color in Technology STEM Conference and Intel presents the 2 Hour Lunch & Learn, featuring Manager of the Global Talent Acquisition Organization, Jane May, and Vice President, Lakecia Gunter. In this seminar, Intel takes full advantage of their first experience at Women of Color and holds an all too important discussion with students about the importance of continuing the growth of diversity within Intel as well as what the future hold for Intel as a whole.

Partnerships with Minority Institutions and How to Develop Them

(BEYA Seminar 2440) Partnerships with Minority Institutions and How to Develop Them

 

Learning Objective: Participants will be informed of the status of current research partnerships with majority universities, and the benefits of partnerships with majority institutions to compete for research funding

 

In an increasing flat federal research funding environment, strategic partnerships are imperative for any higher education institution. Partnerships foster opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations, faculty and student research expression, and most importantly combine capacities leading to larger and long-term grants and cooperative agreements.  The focus of this seminar is to hear how these partnerships are progressing and could set the stage for wider conversations about benefits and opportunities for future collaborations between our Nation’s HBCUs and Majority Institutions.

 

At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

 

1. Understand the value of collaborating with Majority Institutions in developing joint research proposals for sponsored funding.
2. Managing institutional partnerships – best practices.

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