Celebrating Nakeisha Washington’s Spotlight at the 2025 Invest In Women Founders Summit

At the close of 2025, Nakeisha Washington—educator, visionary, and founder of Nyla Nova STEMversity—was honored as one of the Top 9 women founders at The Startup Ladies’ Invest In Women Founders Summit in Indianapolis. This recognition highlights not just her groundbreaking company but the powerful leadership and passion Nakeisha brings to transforming STEM education.

With over 25 years of experience in classrooms, school leadership, and global advocacy, Nakeisha has dedicated her career to breaking down barriers in STEM for children who rarely see themselves represented in science and technology fields. Her unique approach blends storytelling, music, hands-on exploration, and culturally relevant content to ignite curiosity and confidence in young learners.

The Summit spotlight acknowledged Nakeisha’s rare combination of educator’s heart and CEO’s vision—someone who understands both the developmental needs of children and the strategic moves required to scale impact globally. Her work is already reaching thousands through innovative STEM kits, books, and digital experiences that inspire the next generation of diverse STEM leaders.

This honor from The Startup Ladies is a testament to Nakeisha’s commitment to equity, education, and empowerment. It also signals the growing momentum behind her vision to build a beloved STEM learning universe that reflects all children’s identities and potential.

To learn more about this exciting milestone and the broader impact of women founders shaping innovation today, visit the full Invest In Women Founders Summit Recap.

Stay connected for updates on Nakeisha’s journey and her continued work to transform STEM education for children everywhere.