Ep #10 - Why It’s C.O.O.L. to Be S.M.A.R.T. – A Conversation with Tech Executive Reginald “Cool Mill” Shareef

In this episode of Conversations Are Key, host Key Will Voice sits down with tech executive, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Reginald “Cool Mill” Shareef, founder of The E.D.G.E. Foundation (Educate, Develop, Grow, and pursue Excellence).After building a successful career working with global organizations including Microsoft and Lockheed Martin, Shareef shifted his focus toward empowering the next generation through education, technology, and leadership development.Through his national initiative “It’s C.O.O.L. to Be S.M.A.R.T.”, he is challenging outdated cultural narratives and encouraging young people to embrace intelligence, curiosity, and excellence as a pathway to opportunity.In this conversation, Keyon and Reggie explore:• Why intelligence must be celebrated again• The difference between information and real intelligence• The importance of HBCUs in developing leaders• Corporate America vs entrepreneurship• The future of technology, AI, and robotics• Why investing in your mind is the most important investment you can makeThis episode is a powerful conversation about education, culture, ownership, and preparing the next generation for a rapidly changing world.Listen now and join the conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.