Podcast
"The STEM Road" podcast offers a unique insight into the journey of aspiring professionals and industry leaders within the Greater Yuma Region's STEM fields. Each episode delves into a featured industry expert's personal and professional experience alongside a student currently navigating their path in the same field. Join us as we explore the diverse pathways to success in post-secondary education and career advancement, aiming to elevate our community.
The podcast is hosted by Jerry Cabrera, Elevate Southwest President/CEO.
Listen to all the episodes below!
Season 01 - Episode 01
Episode 01: The STEM Road to Civil Engineering. Special guests: Douglas Nicholls, Yuma Mayor, Elevate Southwest Chairman, and Core Engineering owner; Isaac Rodriguez, Civil Engineering student at Arizona Western College.
Season 01 - Episode 02
Episode 02: The STEM Road to Agriculture in Yuma County, Arizona. Special guests: Matt McGuire, JV Smith Companies; and Jazmin Morales, Moore Ag Logistics.
Season 01 - Episode 03
Episode 03: The STEM Road to Mechanical Engineering. Special guests: Christian Mendez, NAU Student; Dr. Jesus Mora, NAU Professor; and Bret Raymis, PWRJoule President/CEO.
Season 01 - Episode 04
Episode 04: Environmental Engineering & AZDA. Special guests: Ginna Saravia, Arizona Department of Agriculture Inspector; Valerie Guzman, San Luis High School Graduate; and Melina Conroy, Elevate Southwest Program Coordinator.
Season 01 - Episode 05
Episode 05: IT & Cybersecurity in Yuma County, AZ. Special guests: Michael Fierros, GMiT Technology Alignment Manager; and Ulysses Villarreal, CIE Learning Student.
Season 01 - Episode 06
Episode 06: Career Pathways at Yuma Union High School District. Special guests: Tim Brienza, Yuma Union High School District Superintendent, and Eduardo Vidrio, Gila Ridge High School Senior.
Season 01 - Episode 07
Episode 07: Career Readiness at Arizona Western College. Special guests: Dr. Daniel Corr, Arizona Western College President; and Tyler Nguyen, Arizona Western College Student.
Season 01 - Episode 08
Episode 08: Drones & Emerging Career Opportunities. Special guests: Abned Meraz, Combination Building Inspector, City of Yuma; Emma White, Mechanical Engineering Student, NAU Yuma.
Season 01 - Episode 09
Episode 09: Artificial Intelligence. Special guests: Harry Red, Infyrno LLC CEO; and Alyssa Rivera, Cibola High School Student.