Excel Village Girls' STEM-FAB Power Summit Goes Virtual

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 31, 2021 (Newswire.com) - Excel Village announced the Girls' STEM-FAB Power Summit Goes Virtual. How many women would have achieved so much more with the right help and connection? Many women find themselves shifting careers because they finally have the encouragement and network to help them follow the path they have always wanted. Excel Village is starting early by mentoring girls in grades 5th-12th, virtually. 

"Our goal is to create leaders with positive futures for girls in grades 5th-12th by providing a curriculum of career planning, life-skills development with a focus on science, technology, engineering, math, finance, arts and business (STEM-FAB)," said Dr. Lisa Lindsay Wicker, Founder and CEO. Aside from mentoring girls within schools, Excel Village hosted the annual Excel Village Girl's STEM-FAB Power Summit on April 24th. Fifty girls received scholarships to attend the summit from across the USA representing more than 25 elementary, middle, and high schools. Girls were not only introduced and exposed to the field of STEM and its possibilities and future impact, they also received scholarships to fuel their learning in Finance, Arts, and Business (STEM-FAB). "We are fortunate to have Macy's Corporate Giving as Title Sponsor of this event as we strive to enhance the lives of youth through mentoring, scholarship and education," said Wicker.

"Macy's is committed to working with organizations such as Excel Village to give back and 'Make Life Shine Brighter' through service to our communities," said Patrick Malambri, II, Vice President and Manager for Macy's Northlake and SouthPark Stores. "We are proud to support organizations like Excel Village and to be an integral part of the local communities we serve as an employer, as a hub for both connection and commerce, and as a responsible corporate citizen."

About Excel Village Center for Learning: Established in 2015, Excel Village Center for Learning is a 501(c) 3 non- profit organization whose mission is to create leaders with winning futures for girls in 5th-12th grades by working with local community school districts. 

About Macy's: Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc., delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at approximately 650 locations in 44 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam, as well as to customers in the U.S. and more than 100 international destinations through its leading online store at macys.com. Via its stores, e- commerce site, mobile and social platforms, Macy's offers distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy's is known for such epic events as Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances.

Source: Excel Village