95. TechFest Live: Bridging the Gap in Tech Education with Khalil Vinson

In this episode of the College and Career Ready podcast, host Sonia Cacique welcomes Khalil Vinson, the founder and CEO of TechFest Live. Khalil shares his mission to bridge the technology gap for black and brown students through TechFest Live, an ed-tech nonprofit organization. They discuss the importance of identifying student interests, the impact of imposter syndrome, and the broad opportunities technology offers across various industries. Khalil also provides insights into the upcoming TechFest Expo on November 8th at the University of Houston, emphasizing the importance of community and mentorship in navigating tech careers. 00:00 Introduction to College and Career Ready Podcast 00:39 Meet Khalil Vinson: Bridging the Technology Gap 03:13 Exploring Tech Education and Career Opportunities 05:00 Identifying Interests and Leveraging Technology 17:26 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Finding Mentors 24:18 The Future of Technology and Inclusivity 27:03 TechFest Live: Empowering the Community 34:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts For more information on Tech Fest Live: https://techfestlive.com/ Send us a text Connect with Sonia Cacique LinkedIn Instagram Join our College and Career Connections Club for free at www.CollegeCareerReady.org/join Learn about our Career Connections Course: www.CollegeCareerReady.org/COURSE "Stay well, be present, and enjoy the journey"