April 19, 2022

Becoming Team Tech Boy with DeJuan Strickland

by Hacker Valley Studio

April 19, 2022

Becoming Team Tech Boy with DeJuan Strickland

by Hacker Valley Studio

Show Notes

DeJuan Strickland (DJ) is a huge superhero fan, but when he realized there weren’t many superheroes and comic book characters that looked like him, he decided to do something about it! Enter: Tech Boy! DJ joins hosts Ron and Chris to share his unique experiences as an 13 year old author, entrepreneur, and tech enthusiast. 

 

Guest Bio:

DeJuan Strickland is a 13-old scholar born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. He enjoys gaming, anime, reading, and indulging in comic books. He is a long-time honor roll student who thoroughly enjoys science and technology. He has recently been appointed as a youth member of STEMSTL's Strategic Advisory Board. Tech Boy is DeJuan's debut title and his mission is to inspire other youth to become tech-savvy entrepreneurs.

 

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A big thank you to our friends at PlexTrac and Axonius for sponsoring this episode!

 

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