Calvin Mackie, PhD

Dr. Calvin Mackie is an award winning mentor, inventor, author, former engineering professor, internationally renowned speaker and successful entrepreneur. He is the founder and chief executive officer of STEM NOLA, the premiere national STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) program that designs and delivers activities, programs and events to K-12 students, families and communities.

Dr. Mackie is a dedicated advocate for STEM education and works tirelessly to inspire the next generation of innovators, creators and entrepreneurs across America, engage with them and expose them to quality learning experiences that prepare them for exciting career opportunities in STEM-related fields. In 11 years, STEM NOLA has engaged over 200,000 mostly low-income low-resourced K-12 students in hands-on project-based STEM activities across the country.