Ignite Arts & STEM | Classic Content Remastered | Season 4 Episode 2: Umba Daima

This episode is an Ignite Arts & STEM classic, originally recorded when we were known as The Ashe Academy.
We're joined by Iris Nevins, Co-Founder and CEO of Umba Daima. In this inspiring conversation, Iris discusses her career journey - from education to tech. You'll hear about her transition from teaching to a coding bootcamp, a move that ultimately led her to build Umba Daima, a platform that fosters community in the web3 and NFT space while highlighting Black and diverse artists.
This episode is a valuable resource for students interested in pursuing careers in the Arts or STEM fields. Iris's story showcases the power of taking risks, pursuing your passions, and leveraging technology to create positive change.
Key takeaways for aspiring artists and STEM professionals:
Embrace career exploration: Explore diverse paths within your field of interest. Iris's journey from teaching to tech leadership demonstrates the potential for unique career trajectories.
Develop technical skills: Whether your passion lies in visual arts, performing arts, or STEM fields, technical skills are becoming increasingly valuable. Iris's experience highlights the importance of coding and understanding the digital landscape.
Build community and champion diversity: Iris emphasizes the importance of fostering inclusive communities in tech and the arts. Learn how you can advocate for underrepresented voices in your field.
About Umba Daima
Umba Daima is a curated marketplace and community for Black and Latinx artists in the Web3 and NFT space.
We hope this episode of Ignite Arts & STEM Classic inspires you to ignite your own journey in the Arts or STEM!
About Us
Ignite Arts & STEM works to ignite the pathways to success by bridging the gap between representation and access to education for BIPOC students pursuing arts and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields through scholarships, and mentorship, helping to facilitate the transition from student to professional... one student... one dream... one spark at a time...
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