The Intersection of Chemistry, Entrepreneurship & STEM Advocacy with Savanah Saldaña-Shumaker

This episode shines a light on the journey of Savanah Saldaña-Shumaker, a chemist and entrepreneur who successfully bridges STEM and entrepreneurship and finds inspiration in the performing arts passions. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship for women in STEM and discusses her innovative ventures, including SCS Laboratory Solutions and 8 Count Cosmetics, which focus on enhancing laboratory safety and providing inclusive beauty products for performers. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their passions and seek out mentorship while navigating their paths in the STEM fields. • Savannah's journey highlights the value of resilience and mentorship in STEM • Transitioning from struggling in organic chemistry to discovering a passion for chemical safety • The launch of 8 Count Cosmetics addressing the needs of performers • Importance of organizations like Women in Bio in supporting women in STEM • The future vision for integrating arts into science and promoting STEAM educationSupport the show