At Spark Career Services, we are committed to empowering STEM women and minorities to break barriers, advance careers, and find fulfilment. Through powerful speaking engagements, Tamanna delivers insightful, actionable strategies to inspire professionals to overcome adversity, pivot with confidence, and achieve career success.
Tamanna’s unique perspective—shaped by her personal journey as an immigrant woman in STEM—resonates deeply with audiences. She addresses topics that speak directly to the challenges faced by women, minorities, and immigrants in their career journeys. Each session is tailored to inspire, challenge, and equip attendees with the tools they need to excel in Corporate America.
Explore the sessions that Tamanna offers, all of which are designed to spark career advancement, foster equity, and drive career fulfillment.
In this action-packed session, Tamanna will share the unstoppable mindset that has helped me break through systemic barriers and rise to leadership roles in competitive industries. With a focus on women and minorities, Tamanna’ll highlight the strategies and personal experiences that empowered me to navigate challenges, turn adversity into advantage, and secure my place at the decision-making table.
As an international talent, immigrant and woman of color, Tamanna overcame odds that reflect a 1 in 30 million probability of success, navigating systemic barriers in education, immigration, and career advancement. Tamanna will teach you the unstoppable mindset that helped me break through these challenges, so you can reach your desired destination, no matter the odds.
Representation in Leadership: Women of color hold just 4.1% of executive roles in the U.S. (McKinsey & Company, “Women in the Workplace,” 2023)
Workplace Discrimination: Women of color are 3.5 times more likely to experience discrimination than white men (McKinsey & Company, “The Pipeline,” 2020)
Leadership Gaps: Women hold only 29% of senior management positions globally (Grant Thornton, “Women in Business,” 2023)
As a millennial and immigrant woman of color in America, I’ve navigated the challenges of balancing passion, purpose, and financial stability. In recent years, inflation and stagnant pay raises have made it harder to thrive financially, even as many of us are driven by purpose. From pivoting multiple times as an international talent to rising through leadership roles in competitive industries, I’ve learned to align career growth with my values. In this session, I’ll share strategies that helped me turn career pivots into opportunities for advancement, fulfillment, and financial growth. You’ll leave with practical tools to navigate career shifts while balancing purpose and financial stability in today’s job market.
78% of millennials prioritize meaningful work and a sense of purpose in their careers, more than any previous generation. (Source: Deloitte, “Global Millennial Survey 2020”)
69% of millennials are willing to pivot their careers to align with their personal passions and values. (Source: LinkedIn, “Global Talent Trends 2020”)
Millennials make up 35% of the global workforce and will comprise 75% by 2030, shaping the future of corporate culture and employment trends. (Source: Forbes, “Millennials Are The Largest Generation In The Workforce 2020”)
Master Career Flexibility: Learn how to pivot your career to match your evolving passions, ensuring long-term growth.
Balance Purpose and Pay: Discover strategies to pursue purpose-driven work without sacrificing financial success.
Thrive Through Contemporary Cahallenges: Gain actionable insights on navigating career shifts, inflation, and a rapidly changing workforce, all while staying true to your values.
As an immigrant woman of color, Tamanna know firsthand the weight of imposter syndrome, especially in competitive fields where self-doubt and pressure can easily take over. In this session, Tamanna’ll share how embracing the concept of "enoughness" – acknowledging that you are deserving of success and recognition – can help you break free from imposter syndrome. Tamanna’ll walk you through my journey of overcoming feelings of inadequacy, learning to own my achievements, and navigating the challenges of being an underrepresented professional. Through practical strategies and real-world insights, you’ll leave this session empowered to own your success, tackle imposter syndrome, and confidently step into your full potential.
70% of people experience imposter syndrome at some point in their careers. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Science, "The Imposter Phenomenon," 2011)
65% of women in leadership positions report experiencing imposter syndrome compared to 48% of their male counterparts. (Source: Harvard Business Review, 2020)
59% of employees who experience burnout also report a lack of recognition and opportunities for growth in their careers. (Source: Gallup, 2023)
Own Your Success: Learn how to embrace your achievements and own your place in the workplace, knowing you are worthy of every accomplishment.
Break Free from Self-Doubt: Discover practical tools to counter imposter syndrome, shift your mindset, and build unshakable self-confidence.
Navigate the ‘Difficult Conversations’: Master self-promotion and tackle difficult conversations with sponsors and managers to gain the recognition you deserve.
Whether you are a corporate team, a university, or an organization focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), Tamanna customizes each talk to ensure it speaks directly to your audience’s challenges and goals.
Tamanna’s career journey—from an immigrant woman navigating systemic barriers to achieving career success in the U.S.—resonates deeply with diverse audiences. Her personal experiences inspire others to see what's possible despite the odds.
Each session is packed with proven strategies, data-driven insights, and frameworks that attendees can apply immediately to advance their careers and foster workplace equity.
Ready to spark change at your organization, university, or event? Let’s create an impactful, transformative experience for your audience. Fill out the form below, and we’ll be in touch to discuss how Tamanna can tailor a session to meet your goals to needs.