Watch Nakeisha Washington on The Own Your Brand Show: Building the “Disney of STEM” with Nyla Nova STEMversity®
- Apr 7
- 2 min read
Nakeisha Washington, founder of Nyla Nova STEMversity®, is gaining well-deserved visibility for her innovative approach to STEM education. She recently appeared as a featured guest on The Own Your Brand Show podcast—a platform dedicated to helping business owners grow their brand and legacy through authentic conversations and strategic storytelling.
In this special episode, part of the Podcasthon charity event, Nakeisha dives deep into how Nyla Nova STEMversity® is revolutionizing STEM learning for young kids, especially girls of color. The program’s unique ecosystem includes early childhood activity books, community adventures, family engagement programs, and hands-on STEM kits—all designed to make STEM accessible, fun, and inspiring from as early as age three.
The Own Your Brand Show, hosted by Victoria Odekomaya, highlights entrepreneurs and changemakers who are building impactful brands with purpose. This episode showcases Nakeisha’s passion for transforming STEM education by connecting it to real-world experiences and community involvement, helping kids build confidence and curiosity beyond the classroom.
Listeners also learn about exciting Nyla Nova initiatives like the STEM van—a mobile STEM lab bringing hands-on learning directly to underserved schools—and how local manufacturing of STEM kits makes these resources affordable and scalable nationwide.
Nakeisha’s vision for Nyla Nova STEMversity® is ambitious: to create what she calls the “Disney of STEM,” where children of all backgrounds can feel the magic of discovery and the thrill of learning. Her story is a testament to how passion, purpose, and strategic storytelling can open doors for future STEM leaders.
Don’t miss this inspiring conversation. Listen to the audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110633/episodes/18846170-podcasthon-how-nyla-nova-stemversity-is-building-the-disney-of-stem-epi-78
Support the movement by sharing the episode and spreading the word about Nyla Nova STEMversity®—because every child deserves to see themselves as a future STEM leader.
For more episodes and insights on building authentic brands and legacies, check out The Own Your Brand Show, where entrepreneurs share their journeys and strategies for success.


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