Ep. 247 - Hidden No More with Sharon McDougle

Have you ever felt like a HIDDEN FIGURE? Maybe you were hidden in plain sight where you were seen but not necessarily heard. Doing the work but no recognition and skipped over until that one moment came that changed everything in and around you. Well, if that is you let this segment with Sharon McDougle inspire you that you are Hidden No More and your time to shine and bust a move is now. See video here - https://youtu.be/r_nNL1N8UoU WHO IS SHARON MCDOUGLE? Sharon McDougle is regarded as a “modern day hidden figure”. As a member of the NASA family, McDougle worked in the Space Shuttle Crew Escape Equipment (CEE) department. She began her career as a CEE Suit Technician (the first Black technician) and was responsible for processing the orange launch and entry suit (LES) assemblies worn by space shuttle astronauts. McDougle made history when she suited up Dr. Mae Jemison for her historic trip to space. McDougle was also the first Black and first woman Crew Chief. She ended her tenure as the only first and only Black manager of the CEE department. She managed the team until the Space Shuttle Program ended, ending her illustrious 22-year career. McDougle is also an Air Force veteran where she served as an Aerospace Physiology Specialist suiting up and strapping in reconnaissance aircraft pilots. McDougle was recognized by her home state as a Mississippi Trailblazer - honoring a Mississippian who holds the distinction of being the “first” in their profession and a trailblazer whose singular work and contributions will leave a legacy long after their life has ended. She also received a Lifetime Achievement award from her hometown Moss Point. She recently became a published author, penning her first children’s book titled “Suit Up for Launch with Shay!” SHARON'S CALL TO ACTION Take time to familiarize yourself with STEM and you do not need to have a fancy degree to enter NASA and have a rewarding career. Connect here Website: https://smcdougle2.wixsite.com/sharoncaplesmcdougle Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/SharonMcDougleHiddenFigure/ https://m.facebook.com/SuitUpForLaunch/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealshaymac/ GENESIS'S INFO https://thehello.llc/GENESISAMARISKEMP CALL TO ACTION Subscribe to GEMS with Genesis Amaris Kemp Channel, Hit the notifications bell so you don't miss any content, and share with family/friends. **REMEMBER - You do not have to let limitations or barriers keep you from achieving your success. Mind over Matter...It's time to shift and unleash your greatest potential. If you would like to be a SPONSOR or have any of your merchandise mentioned please reach out via email at [email protected]