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Niteesa discussed her journey from social work to tech, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of social work and its transferable skills. She highlights her work with a digital health research company and her involvement in blockchain and cryptocurrency through Chain Slate, which aims to educate communities in Zambia about financial technology. Niteesa stressed the importance of patience, confidence, and continuous learning in navigating non-traditional roles. She also addressed the lack of diversity in tech conferences and the need for education and representation in these spaces.

In this episode, you will hear:
+ journey into social impact and technology
+ challenges and opportunities in cryptocurrency and blockchain
+ navigating non-traditional roles and overcoming challenges
+ diversity and inclusion in tech and crypto spaces

Guest Bio:

Niteesa Brooks is a speaker, social entrepreneur, social worker, and global program and project management leader. She has worked with organizations including NewYork-Presbyterian, Derek Jeter’s Turn 2 Foundation, and early-stage health tech startups, leading large-scale digital health research studies for pharmaceutical companies. In the blockchain space, she has managed compliance and security audits for both emerging and established blockchain organizations. She’s the co-founder of Chainslate, an educational community expanding access to blockchain and crypto education in Zambia. Niteesa holds a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University and is passionate about creating opportunities where technology, healthcare, and social impact intersect.

Contact/Socials:

Website: https://niteesabrooks.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theniteesa/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theniteesa
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niteesabrooks/

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