As students search for career pathways in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), there are plenty of opportunities available that many have not considered In this week’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Ja’Wanda S. Grant, Co-Founder of Celebrate Sisters Foundation and Chief Innovation Architect of JSG Innovation Labs. Dr. Grant shares how her mother inspired her interest in youth ministry at a young age, and how it influenced her to mentor students throughout her educational career. After taking a mini-sabbatical for mission and outreach in Ghana, find out why she has a renewed commitment to excellence, resilience, and community while in pursuit of your career path. Dr. Grant has a Doctorate in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center; and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Mississippi–Oxford. Dr. Grant has held various administrative leadership roles in higher education building programs and partnerships that support student success throughout the STEM pathway. As Chief Innovation Architect at JSG Innovation Labs, she designs formulas for success through innovative mentoring, coaching and consulting. To learn more about Dr. Grant and her work, connect with her on IG @celebratesisters or visit her on LinkedIn.