Hear about the connection between critical thinking skills, entrepreneurship and STEM as we discuss how Vicky's degree in accounting turned into a software company in 2000 that provides technology for social games and virtual worlds. We'll also discuss how these skills and experiences fueled her passion to co-found International Orphans Foundation and Youth CITIES.
Before discovering her interest in entrepreneurship, Vicky held responsibilities in financial analysis, operations, sales, process engineering and project management for software development for a variety of small businesses and large corporations.
Vicky has been recognized in numerous publications including in Red Herring’s cover story “Young Moguls: 20 Outstanding Entrepreneurs Under 35,” the Kauffman Foundation for “Entrepreneurs Giving Back,” the 2004 Boston Business Journal’s “40 Under 40,” and 2015 WomenUp.
•Explore the connections between STEM, entrepreneurship and innovation
•Learn the simple experiences that led to key 'ah-ha' moments on a STEM entrepreneur's path to innovation
•Discover how K-12 educators can further empower girls and youth through STEM education and critical thinking skills
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Who should watch: K-12 teachers, principals, parents, out-of-school-time programs, educator preparation programs and administrators