Maya Ajmera, President and CEO of Society for Science, named Chief Influencer

The Communications Board names Maya Ajmera, President and CEO of the Society for Science and Executive Publisher of Science News, as a chief influencer.

Ajmera speaks with host Anthony Shop about her experiences and the influences that shaped her throughout her life.

Ajmera emphasizes the importance of experimentation, questioning, and mentorship in science. Ajmera shares her unexpected discoveries, such as the best ideas coming from unexpected places, and the importance of supporting grassroots organizations and getting small amounts of capital into their hands.

 Ajmera reflects on her experiences influencing others, including securing significant investments for her organization, the Global Fund for Children, and creating a nonprofit imprint for children's books. 

Ajmera believes in the power of storytelling and interactivity in influencing others and shares her personal stories of making a lasting connection with influential figures and overcoming rejection in publishing her first book

Host: Anthony Shop
Guest: Maya Ajmera
Producer: The Communications Board
Sponsor: The George Washington University College of Professional Studies

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