The HFAP podcast expands the conversation beyond STEM and beyond academics into the vast world of career options! From the transition between academics and professional, to offering insight about different career paths, to how to establish yourself as a professional, this podcast is all about career exploration!
Gabrielle Hugley is a Spelman graduate with a degree in Econ and a Masters in Business Administration from Mercer University. In this episode she shares her experience at one of the most prestigious HBCU’s in the country and how the ambition of those around her empowered her to dream bigger and strive for greater. From econ to business administration, Gabby and I discuss how the disciplines came together to lead her to a program management role. This episode provides insight into the day-to-day of a program manager with a lot of laughs along the way!
8 Mar 2026
What Can't You Do ?
In part 2 of Naomi's Here from A Student episode, she begins by discussing her strategy for navigating negotiations which led to her current role at Google. She describes her day-to-day activities and shares the importance of establishing your brand in the workplace.
She also provides wisdom on what it takes to embrace all of your passions authentically. From her role at Google, to content creation, to being a musical artist, “What Can’t You Do?” isn’t just her company, it's her mindset. It's also a reminder to everyone that we all have the power to bridge the gap between potential, pursuit and achievement.
15 Feb 2026
From Chemical Engineer to Technical Product Owner!
This is part 2 of BJ’s Hear From A Student episode! We discuss the journey from his internship at Georgia-Pacific to becoming a Technical Product owner. BJ explains how recognizing his strengths and weaknesses improved his efficiency and productivity at work. We also discuss the importance of setting boundaries to create better work-life balance and how to self-correct when you’ve already set unrealistic expectations.
26 Oct 2025
Stick To Your Training!
Today, HFaP welcomes a very special guest, my baby brother, Brandon Ivey, a Macon-Bibb county fire fighter! Brandon’s faith-filled, God led journey to becoming a firefighter was not at all what he expected, but now, he can’t imagine his life having gone any other way.
During our conversation we explore the different career paths a firefighter can pursue, what it means to truly conquer your fears, and how to overcome challenges both mental and physical.
In this episode Brandon shares the training and mental fortune it took to become a firefighter, his experiences on the job and what it means to stay committed to the call of being a first responder.
13 Oct 2025
S1 EP2: The Intersection of STEM and Law!
Today HFaP welcomes Christine Hollis, Chief Talent & Diversity Officer at IP law firm Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP! In this episode, Christine not only shares experience in recruiting but she also gives a crash course on IP Law while enlightening the audience on what it is like to work at the intersection of Law and STEM. Join us to learn about STEM roles that are imperative to protecting intellectual property in our ever evolving technological landscape. Whether you are interested in learning more about becoming a patent agent or a technology specialist this episode has something for you. Throughout the episode we dive into misconceptions about IP and the day to day of STEM professionals at Marshall & Gerstein. Don't miss this opportunity to get sage advice for STEM professionals who are interested in pursuing less typical career paths!
28 Sept 2025
S1 EP1: Trust The Process
“Better, Faster, and Less Expensive” is the promise of Daniel McCaulley’s company, Ultimus, an engineering services consulting company that specializes in the construction market. In this episode, Daniel shares his journey from athlete to entrepreneur. We discuss how he transitions from a mechanical engineering career in the oil and gas industry to being the founder of his own engineering company. A leap of faith that led him to personal and professional success . Tune in as we dissect the different skill sets needed to move from technical expert, to technical lead, to company leader and what truly makes a good leader. This episode not only gives insight into the construction market and the role of his company, Ultimus, in this market, but it is full of wisdom on setting goals and taking thoughts from ideas to fully realized, tangible outcomes!
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