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Stephanie Espy
MathSP Founder and CEO | STEM Gems Author, Executive Director, and Speaker | #1 LinkedIn Top Voice in Education | Keynote Speaker | #GiveGirlsRoleModels
Stephanie Espy is a prominent figure in the fields of education and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). She serves as the Founder and CEO of MathSP, an academic coaching business based in Atlanta that focuses on helping students excel in their studies and gain admission to colleges and graduate programs. Additionally, she is the Executive Director of STEM Gems, an initiative aimed at empowering young girls by connecting them with role models in STEM careers.
Education and Early Career
Espy holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of California, Berkeley, respectively. Her early career included research with the USDA to enhance rubber production from specific plant species and working for BP on gas simulation technologies to improve safety on oil rigs.12
Entrepreneurship and Advocacy
In 2009, Espy founded MathSP, motivated by her experiences as one of the few women in her engineering classes and workplaces. She has authored the book "STEM Gems: How 44 Women Shine in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics", which highlights the achievements of women in STEM fields. This book was part of her broader effort to inspire girls to pursue careers in these areas through initiatives like STEM Gems Clubs, where girls can learn about various STEM professions.13
Espy's work emphasizes the importance of representation in STEM, encapsulated in her belief that “you can’t be what you can’t see.” She has also created a STEM Gems empowerment bracelet designed to encourage young girls to engage with STEM subjects confidently.12
Current Roles
Currently, Espy is involved with Emory University's Board of Visitors and continues to lead efforts at MathSP and STEM Gems, focusing on mentoring and inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders.34 Her contributions have made her a notable advocate for diversity and inclusion within STEM education.