(HTcML) How Technology changed My Life

Charisse Richards is currently the Chief Information Officer for the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County, the country's 4th largest court system, supporting a staff of more than 3,000 employees and serving a population of 4.8M.  She joined in 2019.  Richards oversees the transformation and delivery of IT solutions to provide the community access to the Court's services and ensure public trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch.  During her tenure, the Court has been nationally recognized for implementing several innovative solutions supporting Criminal Justice and Public Safety during the COVID pandemic.Richards has more than 25+ years of infrastructure and operations experience and has held senior leadership roles in the Data Center, Hospitality, and Government industries.  Previously, she led IT strategy as Chief Information Officer for IO Data Centers and Vice President of Global Integration for Iron Mountain Data Centers.  At Choice Hotels International, her team designed the infrastructure for ChoiceADVANTAGE©, the hospitality industry's first cloud-based property management system.Charisse was recognized as #9 of the Top 50 Women Leaders in Arizona for 2022 and in 2018  as one of the TOP 5 Most Influential Women in the Data Center Industry; she has served as Diversity and Inclusion Chair and Co-Chair and Advisory Council member for Infrastructure Masons, and has collaborated with Girl Scouts, Google, Arizona's state universities, and various professional organizations on diversity and inclusion in STEM. Richards earned an MBA from Arizona State University with a concentration in Supply Chain Management.Guest: Charisse RichardsFacebook:  Charisse RichardsLinkedIn: Charisse RichardsHost: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka Jackson

In this episode I talk with Leo Anderson, you will about his path through tech starting in public services, Sprint now Fox. It was great conversation for me to learn more his love of tech.  Leo attended the University of Missouri – Columbia with a major of Electrical Engineering and also attended the University of Central Missouri with a major of Computer Information Systems. He joined Sprint PCS/Sprint focusing on Research and Development. During my time with Sprint, he developed technologies such as Internet Data, Push to Talk and WiFi Enabled cell phones. He was responsible for a $12 million annual budget that required research, bidding and procurement. He spent 11 years at AT&T/DirecTV, as a Managing Engineer, working on the Advanced TV/DirecTV Next Generation Platform. This included AT&T U-Verse and DirecTV Stream.He holds 7 U.S. patents and 22 patent submissions. Currently, Leo is the Director of Affiliate Operations. He is responsible for getting all of FOX services to 209 affiliates and 1000+ cable and broadcast partners.Guest: Leo AndersonFacebook: Leo AndersonLinkedIn: Leo AndersonHost: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

JENNIFER L. FRANCISScientist since Middle School with an ever growing passion to share science through the fundamental principle of Science in Everyday Experiences (SEE).  Jennifer uses the concept of SEE to share science locally and internationally to all ages.  She has introduced youth locally to SEE as a presenter for Girl Scout Troops, National Engineering Week, and Weekend Science Programs.  Internationally, Jennifer has lead science activities in Ghana, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, and Tobago.  Professionally as an Industrial Hygienist employed with Intel Corporation, Jennifer uses her formal science education along with the concept of “SEE” to provide for the protection of employees and the environment during the semiconductor technology  development and manufacturing process.   In applying “SEE” she is able to communicate environmental, health and safety hazard concerns and controls to employees with varying levels of science awareness and understanding.  Jennifer has also previously used the concept of “SEE” to share biblical truths in Pre-K Children's Church classes at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church.Jennifer's passion for science is supported by a Master of Science Degree in Toxicology from the University of New Mexico along with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from her beloved alma mater of Prairie View A&M University.  She also holds a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation through the American Board of Industrial Hygiene and a Certified Safety Procession (CSP) from the Board of Certified Safety Processionals.  Her educational portfolio is well rounded with a Master of Education from Arizona State University and Teacher Certification credentials for Secondary Education: Biology, Chemistry and Physical Science.Guest: Jennifer FrancisFacebook: Jennifer FrancisHost: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

Marcus DelGadoLaying the Foundation; Impacting LivesMarcus DelGado is a senior project resource analyst at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory supporting deep space network communications projects.  As a leader, Marcus is poised to discover, create, and deliver solutions that will change the world and inspire future generations. With a dynamic background in the aerospace industry, Marcus has engaged in various avionics projects including experiences with cockpit avionics, new airplane development, and project management activity for Air Force One.  He displays an unparalleled work ethic, and his admiration for aerospace has fueled him to innovate in this space. From the time of his first science project in grade school, Marcus has always been passionate about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education.  He is a first-generation college student with a Bachelor of General Studies in math, an executive MBA from Arizona State University (ASU), and the proud recipient of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity academic scholarship. Marcus also has a deep commitment to civic leadership that is inspired by a quote from Reverend Jesse Jackson, “Never look down on anyone unless you are helping them up.” Marcus is a multiple recipient of the Omega Man of the Year award and was recently acknowledged as a community honoree during the University of Washington BSU Legacy Soiree for his investment in the Black community.  He is a proud board member of a non-profit organization called “The Service Board”. On the board, Marcus oversees the mentorship of teens to conquer personal and cultural challenges through outdoor adventure, environmental and social justice, and public service. Marcus made a powerful contribution during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic by organizing events called the “Community Builders Dinner” to support locally Black-owned restaurants. In addition to his strong acts of service, Marcus holds the distinction of being named the City of Phoenix Man of the Year, featured for motivational speaking and health care advocacy in publications like Desert Living, ASU W.P. Carey Magazine magazine, and recognized by the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) as one of the “Sexy” 50 Engineers in STEM. In his spare time, Marcus enjoys traveling, cooking, photography, working out, playing basketball, and snowboarding across the globe.   Guest: Marcus DelgadoLinkedIn: Marcus DelgadoInstagram @ Marcus.del95 Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

James Ritter is a Phoenix native, designer/photographer, proud Sun Devil, dedicated community advocate, and all-around tech nerd. Influenced by his grandparent's early adoption of personal computers in the 1980s, and by his grandmother's innovative use of computers in her classrooms during her 40+ years of teaching elementary school, James saw the value of using technology as a tool for education and expression from an early age. Mix his availability to computer resources with his love for video game arcades, movie special effects, and 80's pop art, and a lifelong passion for using technology to enhance creative expression was born. That interest in digital creativity has helped guide him to his current role as the Public Information Officer for the City of Phoenix's Office of Arts + Culture, where he advocates for today's artists. Artists who are redefining how technology can be used to create and share their works of art with the world. James' role also gives him a unique platform to inspire young creatives by helping them connect to today's technology resources… The same way his Grandparents were able to connect him to that first Commodore 64 that so greatly inspired him.Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

In this episode I talk with Natallia Lane William about her path to being a leader in tech at ON Semi.  I am extremely proud of her and all that she has accomplished in her career and the impact she is having in her community. Natallia currently hold as position as the onsemi IT Service Desk Regional Desk Side Support Manager for North America.   Natallia has been with the company 7.5 years and in that time has excelled within the company and participated in many volunteer events. She is the STEM UP Co-Chair and in that role has had the ability to assist in providing STEM support to many community groups and youth. Prior to onsemi Natallia received her Bachelor's Degree from  Arizona State University after beginning her college venture at South Mountain Community College receiving her Associates.  She began her IT career as a User Technology Intern within the City of Phoenix, Parks & Recreation IT department. She currently has two children which she refers to as her “little adults”.  She continues to have a presence in the community by teaching hip hop to youth in the community she grew up and was groomed in.  She takes pride in making every effort to affect the children and the youth in her community to ensure they see they can pursue career paths in STEM fields or dance their way to the top, basically pursue any path they have a passion for no matter where they come from. Guest: Natallia Lane-WilliamsFacebook: Natallia Lane-WilliamsLinkedIn: Natallia Lane-WilliamsHost: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

Dr. Sharon Thompson is a practicing obstetrician gynecologist in Phoenix Arizona where she owns and directs Central Phoenix Obstetrics and Gynecology. She earned a B.A. in Biology from Vassar College, an M.P.H in Women and Child health from the University of California at Berkeley and an M.D. from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City.  Dr. Thompson completed her training in obstetrics and gynecology at the Harvard University affiliated Brigham and Women's and Massachusetts General Hospital residency program.  A sought-after expert in her field, Dr. Thompson is welcomed around the country as a keynote speaker, teacher and health coach. She has given invited presentations to organizations including the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the American Medical Women's Association and Brigham and Women's Hospital.  Dr. Thompson is regularly featured on 3TV's Good Morning Arizona and Fox 10's Health Watch.  As a resource for her local community Dr. Thompson serves as Medical Director for the Arizona Community Health Partnership and chairs the Women's Commission for the City of Phoenix.  Dr Thompson is also a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Arizona School of Medicine Phoenix and an adjunct Professor at Grand Canyon University and the Arizona State University College of Nursing and Innovation. Outside of work, Dr. Thompson makes time to explore the Arizona outdoors with her nieces and nephews. Downtime will find her with a good book or a karaoke microphone in hand.Guest: Dr. Sharon ThompsonFacebook: Dr. Sharon ThompsonFacebook for Practice: Dr. Sharon ThompsonLinkedIn: Dr. Sharon Thompson Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

In this episode I talk with Gina Mason about being a soccer player, in college wanting to be an engineer to become a teacher (shaping young minds) to now playing in the rivers and lakes taking water samples. Hope you enjoy the many areas of Ms Gina wonderful paths.Gina Mason is a wife and mother of three from Chandler, Arizona, and a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Her love of math and science led her to receive a BS in Biology and master's in Environmental Management. She has been working in the environmental field for over 16 years performing a range of duties including noxious weeds and wildlife management, water quality, and wetlands mitigation.  Guest: Regina MasonFacebook: Gina MasonHost: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson 

Chris Mosley was born in 1984 in Rochester, upstate NY. Always a creative kid, he got lost doodling in school, and somehow knew, ever since he was 12 years old, that creating was going to be an important part of my life. The first step on this path was attending college at the Art Institute of Atlanta for Graphic Design at 18. After graduating with an Associates Degree in Graphic Design in 2005, he explored his voice and different mediums as an artist over the next 5 years, while working all different types of jobs to pay the bills. In 2011 he got a job in an art community called the Goat Farm, making designer books for furniture show rooms. This was the first time he had the opportunity to work surrounded by accomplished artists, and it gave me a window into many different examples of what success as an artist could look like. He knew he hadn't found my medium yet, and needed to keep trying things, so he reached out to a glassblower in the 4th Ward in Atlanta and asked for an apprenticeship. That moment changed my life forever. He became hooked on glassblowing and realized he had found the medium he wanted to grow and create in for the rest of my life. This certainty sparked a laser focus that consumed me for the next seven years. He had to learn everything about this material and become masterful at my craft. In 2013 he began studies in the Scientific Glass and Glass Art Program at Salem Community College. The next summer in 2014 he interned at the prestigious Corning Museum of Glass, where he gave talks about Fiber Optics and Glass Stress, as well as Flameworking demonstrations 11 times per day. In the summer of 2015 he got to take my work deeper by traveling all over the East Coast and blowing glass with different artists. He then took a risk, packing up everything he had and moving across the country to LA with my girlfriend at the time, to take a position at Phillips Lighting, making projector bulbs. After a few years he hit a tough moment in my glass work, clarifying my voice as an artist, when my girlfriend walked out on me suddenly, and I was left alone in Los Angeles. Though it was a difficult moment, it gave me the priceless gift of having no distractions and being able to focus entirely on my passion and ambition. This ended up being an incredible time for me, in which he put everything into chasing my dreams. Guest: Chris MosleyLinkedIn: Chris MosleyInstagram: Chris Mosley Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson 

In this episode you find out how Zeke started his career in Tech because of the need to provide for his family.  Tech careers pay well.  Zeke Bishop has over 25 years of experience in the Public Sector Information Technology field, moving from level one network, operating system, data management and application support to various technology leadership roles. Currently, he is a Cloud Architect/Engineer at Google Cloud for state and local government.  Zeke is passionate about customer success and cultural change management.  Guest:LinkedIn: Zeke BishopHost: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

In this episode you will learn about Dr. Anthony Newkirk, how he did not let the speed bumps of live stop him from his goals, and how he is serving the community through his non profit Warriors Code.Founder & CEO Dr. Anthony Newkirk is a Native American & African American, 10-year (1989-2000) USAF ammunition specialist veteran. Also formerly incarcerated and upon release in 2008 completed a Bachelor's degree In Information Technology from Ottawa University in 2009, an MBA from Keller Graduate in 2010 and a Ph.D. in Information Technology from Capella University in 2019. He is an enrolled member of the Gila River Indian Community, an Akimel O'odham tribal member (Tohono O'odham & Hopi lineage as well) that was born Chicago, Illinois and now resides in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Anthony Newkirk Social Media:LinkedIn: Anthony Newkirk, PhDFacebook: Warriors CodeFacebook: Anthony Newkirk, PhD Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

In this episode you will learn, that as a child Darnika was not exposed to STEM but has had a successful career in STEM for over 20 years.  She now makes it her responsibility to expose youth to STEM.  Darnika RileyOperations Manager and Chief of StaffRoadmap Planning & ArchitectureInternet of Things Group - Intel CorporationDarnika began her career at Intel ~15 years ago as a strategic data analyst in the Network and Telecom Services organization.  She promoted, to Operations Manager where she was responsible for global network infrastructure which included management of over 100,000 network devices and 300 contingent workers. In 2016, Darnika joined the Internet of Things Group as a Product Line Manager responsible for bringing to market IoT silicon and software products focused on computer vision and AI.  Currently she serves as an Operations Manager and Chief of Staff to the Platform Planning & Architecture which is responsible for delivering the IOTG base silicon and software roadmap products for our customers.Prior to Intel, Darnika worked at Toyota Motor Sales, USA in the Office of the CIO as a data analyst responsible for developing the overall Information Technology KPI Dashboard reporting the total health of the IT organization.  Guest: Darnika Riley Facebook: Darnika RileyLinkedIn: Darnika Riley  Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

In this episode of HTcML you will learn more about Amy Robinson and her journey as a digital Brand Superhero.  At the time of this conversation Amy was working for a company and running Tiny Fox Creative as a side hustle.  I am excited to announce that God has moved Amy into full time with Tiny Fox Creative.  Enjoy learning more about Amy and use her services for digital content and branding of your business. Amy Robinson is currently the Owner and Founder of her own boutique Graphic Design firm, Tiny Fox Creative.Amy has a larger-than-life personality (and laugh) and a passion for helping clients achieve greatness through graphic design and user experience. Amy graduated from The Design School (2015) and dove headfirst into design work with the Arizona Cardinals and entrepreneurship. She recently has returned to her Alma Mater – ASU Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts,  teaching Graphic Design History to undergraduate students.  When Amy isn't designing to save the world, she can be found in the gym, immersed in a book or battling her family in a wild game of Mario Kart (and winning)! Guest: Amy Robinson Tiny Fox Creative Instagram: Tiny Fox Facebook: Tiny Fox Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

In this episode of HTcML you will hear how Wynston and his love for video games led him to installing video game software on his moms work computer and figuring out how to uninstall before anyone found out.Wynston Waller is an IT professional with over 15 years of experience within the field. Wynston was born and raised in South Phoenix and Tempe. Wynston has two sons Wynston Jr, and Justyn Alexander with his Wife Kweilin Waller who is a Deputy Director for the City of Phoenix. Wynston is a big brother for Big Brother and Big Sisters of Arizona,  a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc, and finally a STEM instructor for Future Stars all of which are means to give back to the community in which he was raised.Wynston started with the City of Phoenix in 2007 with the Development Services Department. During the Great Recession Wynston was reallocated to Phoenix Fire housed in the Maricopa Region 911 group which supported roughly 26 PSAPS (Public Safety Answering Points) on a 24/7 basis. Wynston was promoted to the Water Services Department as a Senior User Technology Specialist where he and his phenomenal staff lead the way on major projects such as the Office365 integration and Toshiba MFD deployments. Wynston was then promoted to Senior Info Tech Systems Specialist for the Phoenix Convention Center. While at the Phoenix Convention Center he and his team successfully turned around a Fire Alarm system which was in a dire state after poor vendor performance, as well as working closely with the Unified Communication Team to upgrade the Convention Center's network and phone system.Wynston is coming to ITS with a Bachelor of Science degree in Emergency Management and Public Safety, A Masters in Business Administration and a Certified Public Administrator certification from ASU. In his free time he enjoys time with the family, streaming his video game play on Twitch, playing in adult basketball leagues, and lifting weights. Wynston seeks to learn and understand how department's conduct their business to better support their staff as customers. Wynston is very excited to join the Unified Communication team.Guest: Wynston Waller Social MediaInstagram: New Breed IT Instagram: Wynzilla GamesYouTube: Wynzilla Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

In this episode you will learn how Sandra grew up loving math and it led her to a career in tech.  She uses math now in in her hobby of sewing some of her amazing outfits for the golf course or her 50th Birthday Party. Follow her on all her social media platform for business or to see her amazing creation. Sandra Nicholson, Bachelors and Masters in Computer Science has been in IT for over 25 years; currently Sandra is a Senior Presales Solutions Engineer for NetApp where she engineers Hybrid Cloud Data Solutions.  Sandra enjoys traveling, sewing, performing community service and golfing.  She has been married to Nick Nicholson for 23 years. Guest: Sandra Nicholson LinkedIn: Sandra Facebook: Sandra Facebook: Simply By Sandra  Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

Sarah Freeman is a business technology consultant in Phoenix. As a former Vice President of a technology trade association, she saw a gap in the industry with regard to women and minorities. She volunteers with the Title 1 Tech initiative which delivers computers directly to students in need. She also volunteers at Warriors Code helping minorities receive tech certifications. Sarah firmly believes that she can make a difference and is dedicated to making equality a reality. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-freeman-attollotech Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

In this episode you will learn how Maria Bailey Benson went from working as an engineering to open a custom furniture store to now shaping the minds of young adults. And in all these amazing careers, technology played a roll.  Enjoy learning more about Mrs. Benson.Maria Bailey Benson is a serial entrepreneur who describes herself as having an innate understanding of how things work. Maria holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering, both from Georgia Tech. She is the co-author of "A Girlfriend's Guide to Social Media" and loves to share her passion for technology and social media as well as how to successfully leverage it both personally and professionally. Maria has always considered herself a designer and a fixer. She grew up in a family furniture manufacturing business and loves the process by which things are made. Engineering was a natural fit - her industry experience includes twenty years of manufacturing and software development leadership in Fortune 500 companies.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultimatetechcamp/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariabaileybenson/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariabaileybensonTwitter: https://twitter.com/mariabenson?lang=en Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson 

In this episode you will learn how Kema Charles went from in front of the camera as an Actress to the Founder of Light Camera Discover.  A non profit teaching our youth teamwork and STEM through filmmaking and animation. Kema Charles was born in Oak Park, IL and also spent some time living in Pensacola, FL. She was more of an athlete and never considered acting until she took her first acting class in Orlando in 1999. This leap of faith paid off, as she scored her first acting role in 2000 on the acclaimed show "Sheena".From there, Kema decided to leave the east coast and try to see if the entertainment business had a place for her. Due to family situations she only stayed in Los Angeles for about two years. While back in Orlando she then went on to work on other projects as well as scoring a role in the movie "Impiety" (with Wreaking Havoc Productions). In 2007 she produced her first film "Jamaican Me Crazy" (with DramaQueen Productions) in Atlanta, GA. At that time she realized that she was not done with Los Angeles, and moved back to the "City of Angels.In 2009 while producing projects with Phalanx Entertainment she discovered her true destiny and birthed Circle C Entertainment. Under the Circle C Entertainment and Phalanx Entertainment umbrella Kema had the opportunity to direct and produce the music video "Thinking About You" by Raz B (of the Multi-platinum selling group B2K and the hit show "Love and Hip Hop Hollywood").Afterwards, the budding entrepreneur took her skillsets to Africa as Director of Operations for a filmmaking program in Abuja, Nigeria. While spending time with the students, she rediscovered her first love in the entertainment world - acting. Upon her return from Africa she landed a role in the stage play "You Reap What You Sow" (a production of Stephanie Singleton).In 2011, Kema birthed "Lights Camera Discover" (LCD) a non-profit organization that teaches youth teamwork by way of filmmaking and animation. For the past nine years, she has run LCD in four different states. The organization is growing every year and Kema has received numerous awards and recognition on behalf of her tireless work with LCD. Some of these awards are the NBC Channel 12 "Non-profit Spotlight Award" in June 2018, the South by Southwest "Community Service Organization" award in March 2019, a city of "Phoenix Mayor Awards: Innovative Arts Organization" Finalist in October 2019. Recently, she was awarded the "Phoenix Suns Golden Standard" Award Winner in February 2020.Website: https://lightscameradiscover.org Instagram: https://instagram.com/lcdprograms Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kema-charles-18392220/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/lcdprograms Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lcdprograms Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/lightscameradiscoverHost: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka Jackson   

In this episode you will learn how technology changed Alicia Scott's life. She was exposed to math and science at an early age.  With the help of some amazing teacher she went to college and got her engineering degree which led her to Phoenix, AZ to start her career.  Her career allowed her to travel and experience many different cultures for personal and work. Alicia Scott is the Senior Director of People, Culture and DEI, leading diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the talent acquisition, organization development & talent management, learning & development and HR metrics & policy teams. Her work is to ensure DEI is embedded within everything the organization does based on workplace inclusion, workflow equity, workforce diversity and community partnerships, recognizing that the company is at its strongest when it effectively draws upon the wide variety of experiences, knowledge, culture and backgrounds from all employees and leaders. With changing demographics, increasing demand from customers, and mobility across borders, Alicia's mission for the DEI initiative at ON Semiconductor is to shift how the organization attracts, retains and develops talent to create a more inclusive environment that leverages diversity effectively. Having been with ON Semiconductor since becoming a public company in 2000 working as an engineer and in product development, Alicia noticed a great need and demand for a DEI initiative at a global company that was experiencing immense growth. In 2017, Alicia transitioned to lead this initiative at the organization from a global perspective, working with the executive team and board of directors to develop, enhance and deploy a comprehensive global DEI strategy. Alicia Scott LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-scott-323a294Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka Jackson

Learn how my hobbies as a kid let me to my career in Tech.  HTcML (How Technology changed My Life) I will interview and spotlight Tech (STEM) professional and those who have been impacted by tech (STEM) in their lives.  HTcML will share the positive stories of working in Tech (STEM) and the great opportunities and experiences that have come from having a career in Tech (STEM).  Episodes will be uploaded twice a month on Wednesday's.     Social Media: Facebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka Jackson

HTcML (How Technology changed My Life) I will interview and spotlight Tech (STEM) professional and those who have been impacted by tech (STEM) in their lives.  HTcML will share the positive stories of working in Tech (STEM) and the great opportunities and experiences that have come from having a career in Tech (STEM). Episodes will be uploaded twice a month on Wednesday's.   Social Media: Facebook: Shereka D JacksonInstagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka Jackson