Michelle DeBlois

David Delmar Sentíes

DAVID DELMAR SENTÍES Purpose-driven work, career discovery, equity in tech   Topics Discussed: * David's early career inspirations and turning points * Founding and growing Resilient Coders * Why equitable access to tech careers matters * Advice for young people exploring their own paths Links & Resources: David Delmar Sentíes [https://delmarsenties.com] Resilient Coders [https://www.resilientcoders.org/] David’s TEDx Talk [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1wXbn6CaIY] Connect with us: 💼 Follow the podcast for more inspiring career stories 📩 Have a guest suggestion? Reach out to Shelby@educatemaine.org

Youth Apprenticeship Week: Hannah Greene and Angela Baker

Hannah Greene: * Senior Workforce Development Specialist at Educate Maine. * Contact: hannah@educatemaine.org. * Expertise in registered apprenticeship programs and workforce development. Registered Apprenticeship: Registered Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, receive progressive wage increases, classroom instruction, and a portable, nationally-recognized credential.  Registered Apprenticeships are industry-vetted and approved and validated by the U.S. Department of Labor or a State Apprenticeship Agency. Further Learning Resources: * Educate Maine's apprenticeship homepage: Maine Career Catalyst - Registered Apprenticeship & Pre-Apprenticeships [https://mainecareercatalyst.org/registered-apprenticeship-pre-apprenticeships/] * Maine Apprenticeship Program website: Maine.gov - Apprenticeship [https://www.maine.gov/labor/jobs_training/apprenticeship] * Apprenticeship.gov: Apprenticeship.gov [https://www.apprenticeship.gov/] Connect with us: 💼 Follow the podcast for more inspiring career stories 📩 Have a guest suggestion? Reach out to Shelby@educatemaine.org

Husson University Students

Hayden Fielder, a senior from Londonderry, New Hampshire, is soon to enter his fourth year at Husson University. Attracted by the football program and the IT degree, Hayden has excelled both on the field and in academics. Recently awarded 2nd Team All Conference in the CCC football conference, Hayden's journey includes internships at various organizations, from Husson's Help Desk to renowned companies like Fuss & O'Neill and Beal University. His upcoming stint at the International Association of Privacy Professionals marks another milestone in his impressive career trajectory. Jacob Brown, a sophomore at Husson, is pursuing dual majors in CIS and Accounting and anticipates graduating in either 2026 or 2027. Alongside his academic pursuits, Jacob contributes as a distance swimmer for the university's swim team. Outside of his athletic commitments, he works as a lifeguard and enjoys hitting the gym regularly. His leisure time is dedicated to tabletop gaming, a passion he shares with friends. Edward Jarnich, a student majoring in XR (extended reality) at Husson University, shares his journey from NESCOM's film production program to discovering his passion for XR at the IEX Center. As one of the pioneering cohorts in the XR program, Edward has immersed himself in various technologies, including LED walls and virtual production systems, through his work-study opportunities. Beyond academics, Edward has embraced skateboarding, basketball, and other hobbies facilitated by Husson's enriching campus environment. Husson University [https://www.husson.edu] Computer Information Systems [https://www.husson.edu/college-of-business/school-of-technology-and-innovation/computer-information-systems/] Extended Reality (XR) [https://www.husson.edu/college-of-business/school-of-technology-and-innovation/extended-reality/]   Connect with us: 💼 Follow the podcast for more inspiring career stories 📩 Have a guest suggestion? Reach out to Shelby@educatemaine.org

Michelle DeBlois

Project Login's Program Specialist Shelby Bryant interviews Michelle DeBlois. Michelle is a Maine-based former educator and Founder & CEO of the ReMo App. Michelle also happens to have been Shelby's 6th grade science teacher. Listen to learn how Michelle designed and developed this app and how she is working with schools to improve literacy.  https://remo.app/ Connect with us: 💼 Follow the podcast for more inspiring career stories 📩 Have a guest suggestion? Reach out to Shelby@educatemaine.org

Ashley Drexler

In this episode, Angela interviews Ashley Drexler. Ashley is a Software Engineer II oat Fieldstack in Portland, ME. She shares her education and career pat as well as  advice for young people looking to get into the field. A former UMaine Orono grad and woman in tech, she also tells us what her favorite place in Maine is. Note: Ashley also worked with me coordinating CS Connected programming during the pandemic. Learn more about CS Connected here: https://umaine.edu/csconnected/ [https://umaine.edu/csconnected/] Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashdrex/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashdrex/] Learn more about careers at Fieldstack on their website: https://www.fieldstack.com/careers [https://www.fieldstack.com/careers] Connect with us: 💼 Follow the podcast for more inspiring career stories 📩 Have a guest suggestion? Reach out to Shelby@educatemaine.org