Maxine Cain Events

04/29/2026

🚨 The workforce crisis is not a talent shortage. It is a systems failure.

We built technology faster than we built pathways. We automated jobs before we reskilled people. We celebrated innovation while quietly leaving entire communities behind.

And then we called it a pipeline problem.

Here is what the data actually says: 87% of executives report a skills gap — yet organizations keep funding training programs with 70–90% knowledge retention failure rates. They keep building programs. The gap keeps growing. That is not a pipeline failure. That is a systems alignment failure. (McKinsey Global Survey)

It is not a pipeline problem. It is an alignment problem — and alignment requires everyone in the room.

I am Dr. Maxine Cain — Founder & CEO of STEM Atlanta and MGC Consulting. I have spent ten years watching this gap grow from the inside. I built the Futurist 2030: Generation G Summit because I ran out of patience for the conversation.

On July 9, 2026, we are fixing that. 👇

The Generation G Summit brings together the leaders who shape hiring, the talent who drives performance, and the technology that multiplies both — in one room, with one mandate: stop diagnosing the problem and start building the solution. www.futurist2030.com

This is not a conference where you collect business cards and go home unchanged.

This is the room where the blueprint gets written.

✅ If you are a corporate leader who is tired of the gap — come close it.
✅ If you are a talent professional who is tired of being overlooked — come claim your seat.
✅ If you are building the future of work — come show us what you have built.

The future does not wait for consensus. It rewards the ones who move.

💬 What is the one thing you wish corporations understood about the talent in this market right now? Drop it in the comments — I read every one.

📍 Georgia Tech Academy of Medicine · Atlanta, GA
📅 July 9, 2026
🎯 Tickets · Sponsorships · Corporate Partnerships — all open now
🔗 futurist2030.com

ASSEMBLE. ALIGN. ADVANCE.

11/06/2025

Your Personal Invitation!

STEM Atlanta 2025 STEMii Awards Gala - A Night Where Innovation Meets Influence!

On Sunday, December 21, 2025, Atlanta’s most visionary minds will gather at The Whitley Atlanta Buckhead Hotel for The STEMii Awards 2025 — Futurist 2030: The Royal Christmas Gala.

This is more than a gala. It’s an investment in the future.
Hosted by STEM Atlanta, the STEMii Awards fuels our Leadership Readiness Initiative, a movement preparing young professionals—ages 19 to 44—to thrive in an AI-driven global economy. Together, we are raising $100,000 to expand scholarships, launch leadership labs, and fund transformative STEM experiences that shape tomorrow’s leaders.

This evening will bring together philanthropists, industry executives, educators, and innovators who understand that impact and legacy go hand in hand.

Join us for an unforgettable red-carpet celebration of excellence, leadership, and vision—where every ticket purchased and every dollar contributed fuels a future built on inclusion, innovation, and opportunity.

Secure your tickets, table or sponsorship today! Click on the link below to purchase your tickets now!

https://stemiiawards.swell.gives/

Early Bird Tickets are on sale now until November 14th for $150.00.
Together, we’re cultivating Generation G—globally connected, growth-driven, tech-forward leaders who lead with generosity, grit, and grace.

We are looking forward to seeing each of you there!

10/22/2024

STEM Atlanta Women
2024 STEMINIST Ball
Sunday, December 15, 2024
The Whitley, Buckhead

You're Invited!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the 2024 STEMINIST Ball, happening on Sunday, December 15th at 3 PM at the luxurious Whitley Hotel in Buckhead. Our theme, "Reach for the Stars: Empowering Tomorrow’s STEM Scholars with Confidence and Curiosity," sets the tone for an inspiring event dedicated to lifting up the next generation of female STEM leaders.

Why Attend?
This is your chance to make a lasting impact! By joining us, you’ll help raise $100K to fund scholarships, mentorships, and hands-on STEM programs for underrepresented girls. Your support will unlock opportunities for these future leaders, and yes—your donation is tax-deductible!

Be Part of Something Big
Your generosity will create ripples of change, providing the tools, guidance, and inspiration young women need to break barriers in STEM. This is your moment to leave a legacy of empowerment.

Act Now!
Seats are limited, and this chance to make a difference won’t last. Join a community of changemakers, secure your spot, and help us reach our goal.

To purchase tickets, sponsorships, and donations, and more info, please visit: steministball.swell.gives

Questions? Contact Dr. Maxine Cain at [email protected]

03/06/2023

Looking for your dream job? Want to know how to advance your career and professional development or get that next promotion? If the answer is “Yes!” join us on Thursday, March 23, for a virtual Career Readiness Workshop presented by Bank of America.

Here at OneTen, we know that navigating a job search can be a windy, bumpy road, especially for Black job seekers without a four-year degree. That's why we’ve partnered with top employers and talent developers in the Metro Atlanta area to help Black talent like you get hired, promoted, and advanced into family-sustaining careers.

Register today for our Virtual Career Readiness Workshop on March 23 at 11:30 AM ET! - Click Here: https://oneten.org/atl/

You’ll hear from top employers on how you can get started and get ready for the next phase in your career based on your skills - not a four-year degree. You’ll also:

You can find tips and tricks on how to build a strong resume and have an effective interview to get noticed.

Learn critical skills necessary to get promoted.

Hear from hiring managers and talent teams from Atlanta's major employers about understanding the application process and presenting your best self.

Sincerely,

Dr. Maxine Cain, PHR - https://bit.ly/stematlantawomen
STEM Atlanta Women | Founder & President | https://stematlantawomen.org

OneTen | Community Development Lead | Atlanta |
https://oneten.org/career-marketplace/?reference_code=OTSTEMATLW2022
Click the link above and, to create a personal profile & apply for a job!

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxinecain/

For more information about STEM Atlanta Women or OneTen, please schedule a meeting with me to discuss. https://calendly.com/maxinecain-oneten/30min

We’re erasing barriers to great careers for Black talent in Atlanta. Let’s connect.

08/11/2022

Dr. Maxine Cain, Founder and President of STEM Atlanta Women, Inc. and OneTen Partner to Connect Black Talent without Four-Year Degrees to Career Opportunities in Atlanta, GA.

ATLANTA, GA, August 2022 -- Dr. Maxine Cain, Founder, and President of STEM Atlanta Women, Inc., a non-profit 501c3 organization dedicated to enhancing and increasing the talent pipeline in STEM careers globally for women and girls in underrepresented and underserved communities in Atlanta, GA, announced today a new partnership with OneTen, a coalition designed to close the opportunity gap for Black talent in the United States by working with America’s leading executives, companies and talent developers to hire and advance one million Black individuals without four-year degrees into family-sustaining roles.

Dr. Cain will serve as OneTen’s Community Development Lead (CDL) in the Atlanta metro area to support the coalition's on-the-ground efforts to drive employment for Black talent in family-sustaining jobs, provide job seekers with skills training, and work with employers to create new opportunities for Black talent to attain and thrive in careers that do require a four-year degree.

“The partnership with OneTen is a defining moment in time for the city of Atlanta, employers, community partners, and most importantly, the amazing Black talent residing in the metro Atlanta area,” said Dr. Maxine Cain, Founder, and President of STEM Atlanta Women. “My team and I are deeply committed to bringing together educators, talent developers,community-based organizations, community leaders, and some of the largest companies in the world toward a unified mission to build middle skills and create opportunities.”

Dr. Cain, STEM Atlanta, and OneTen plan to empower and support the need for a diverse workforce by placing Black talent into jobs that OneTen coalition companies sorely need as the war for talent continues. By addressing unmet business needs, helping candidates find fulfilling, well-paying employment, and allowing more individuals to transition into careers with family-sustaining wages, inclusive work culture is within reach.

“The demand for diverse, skilled talent has taken on even greater urgency amid the growing skills and labor shortage,” said Maurice Jones, CEO of OneTen. “But we are not only focused on hiring – we are working to transform a system that has long contributed to intergenerational inequity. Together with Dr. Cain and STEM Atlanta Woman, we’re taking action to make a meaningful, measurable, and lasting impact in the Atlanta area for Black talent and create a more equitable society for all.”

About STEM Atlanta Women, Inc.
STEM Atlanta Women, Inc. is a non-profit 501c(3) organization created to Enlighten, Educate, and Empower women and girls about the advantages and global opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math and the future skills needed to compete and succeed in the 21st Century. Dr. Maxine Cain’s vision is to disrupt unconscious bias in Tech and bridge the gender gap in STEM.

About Dr. Maxine Cain, Founder and President, STEM Atlanta Women, Inc.

Dr. Maxine Cain is an award-winning senior human resources leader, influencer, and entrepreneurial personality known for changing the way employees live, work and play by doing work that matters with over 25 years of experience in the telecommunications and technology industry. Dr. Cain is known for her domain expertise in STEM, diversity, equity, and inclusion, innovative approaches to talent and pipeline development, business strategy, and emerging technologies. This includes 15 years of human resources, corporate event management, and leadership development experience at Verizon Wireless. Dr. Cain is a strategic leader—possessing the ability and passion to influence with and without authority—to coach, counsel, mentor, and develop leaders at all levels. She is a true business partner with a high degree of thought leadership in STEM, business acumen, leadership development, employee engagement, change management, and alignment of HR with organizational strategy.

07/29/2022

On behalf of STEM Atlanta Women, we are pleased to announce our 2022 Inaugural Steminist Ball and Fundraiser celebrating and honoring STEM Excellence within Middle School, High School, Colleges and Universities, Corporations, and Community based organizations.

Please save the date for Sunday, September 18, 2022 @ 5:00pm. More details to come.

01/22/2022

Clark Atlanta University and the Consort Institute have partnered together to provide full scholarships in Emerging Technology Programs - Business Analytics! Apply Today and be on your way to a lucrative and high-paying career!

3 Reasons You Should Consider Pursuing a Career in Business Analytics:

1. The supply is still lower than the demand
As more companies are realizing the importance of big data relative to their competitiveness and success, business analytics has become the go-to job of this century.

2. Business analytics can be applied to any industry and is an easy switch from other careers.

3. A career in business analytics is dynamic and makes room for professional development.

Click on the image below and apply today. For more information, please inbox me.

Apply today for a full scholarship in Data Analytics at the new Center For Workforce Development at Clark Atlanta University.

10/25/2021

Ladies, have you heard about the Gem Makers Mixer and Brilliant Bash?

You don't want to miss an amazing evening of fun and fellowship with the women of Gem Makers and The Beyond Brilliant Network.
You still have time to secure your seat for our upcoming Gem Makers Mixer and Brilliant Bash, Saturday, October 30th at 5:00 p.m. at Atlanta Tech Village in Buckhead.

Get ready to be filled to overflow as we explore the possibilities of taking your personal hopes and dreams to new heights.

Visit www.GemMakers.org to secure your seat and join us. If you are interested in learning more about our incredible clear, confident, and courageous community and how you can plug in including receiving a FREE bonus seat for this fabulous affair, visit www.BeyondBrilliantNetwork.com to learn more.

10/08/2021

STEM Atlanta Women launched a Fundraising Campaign this year to raise money for the Launch of our Flag Ship STEM Innovation Center for Women and Girls located in the Summerhill community of Atlanta, Georgia and we need your help!

Gift Registry: https://bit.ly/VirtualKitchenShower

As a part of our STEM Innovation Center – we are launching a Culinary Science/Medicine Program – Culinary Science/Medicine is an emerging field: it is a new educational and nutritional approach to improving eating behaviors, focusing on the art of cooking, food shopping, storage, meal preparation, food waste, and sustainability.
This program is curated and managed by Celebrity Chef Q. Matisse Myers, CEO and Executive Chef, Bernasconi Group, LLC https://www.bernasconigroupllc.com/ designed to heal the community of food and health disparities.

Through these collaborative initiatives, women and girls will acquire the skills needed to compete and succeed in the 21st Century through the art of cooking for health, project-based learning, Business Case Studies, problem-solving activities, and talent pipeline development within the retail food industry.

Please support us by participating in our Virtual Kitchen Shower by purchasing items of your choice and shipping them directly to STEM Atlanta Women, Inc. no later than Friday, October 15, 2021.

https://bit.ly/VirtualKitchenShower

Thank you for your support of STEM Atlanta Women, Inc. and our new STEM IN THE CITY - SUMMERHILL | INNOVATION CENTER!