STEM Opportunities
Providing access to hands-on STEM programs and activities to spark curiosity and foster innovation.
About Us
Changing the world, one geek at a time
Be a Geek is a 501(c)(3) tech nonprofit startup dedicated to creating a more diverse and equitable STEM community. Our mission is to encourage and enable Black students and professionals to pursue and excel in STEM careers.
Increasing diversity and equity in STEM is crucial for creating a more just and innovative society. It's important to recognize the barriers that Black students and professionals face in pursuing STEM careers and to provide them with the support and resources needed to overcome these obstacles. By doing so, we can ensure that everyone has the freedom and resources to pursue their passions and contribute to the advancement of science, technology, engineering, and math.
Positive Role Models
Connecting students with experts who inspire, guide, and exemplify success in STEM.
Resources & Support
Building a strong, inclusive community to empower Black students and professionals in their STEM journeys.
How it all began...
Hi, I’m Wendell, the founder and CEO of Be A Geek. Back in the 8th grade, I had dreams of becoming an engineer and loved exploring the inner workings of gadgets and gizmos. It was 1995, and while many kids wanted to “be like Mike,” I proudly embraced my curiosity and passion for STEM. During the dawn of the tech revolution, I saw the potential for the word “geek” to take on an empowering new meaning. This inspired me to create a program called “Be A Geek,” designed for kids like me who were proud to be curious and innovative.
Today, Be A Geek is creating a world where everyone has an equal opportunity to pursue their STEM dreams. Through resources and increasing access to innovative STEM programs, Be A Geek is redefining what it means to be a geek while building a brighter, more inclusive future.
Wendell Layne
Founder & CEO
Meet the board
Juanita Logan
Area VP, Global Corporate Development, World Wide TechnologyDavid Keen
Client Executive – Illinois Majors, World Wide TechnologyCorina Newsome
Associate Conservation Scientist, National Wildlife FederationAre you interested in working with us?
