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Inspiring the Future of Innovation

Kayla Maxey is more than an entrepreneur and engineer—she’s a visionary dedicated to shaping the future of STEM education and empowering the next generation of leaders. As the founder of Innovate STEM, Kayla merges her rich academic background, professional expertise, and global perspective to deliver dynamic, impactful presentations that inspire action and spark change.

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Why Choose Innovate STEM?

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Visionary Leaders

Bridges industry, academic teaching, and research to strengthen pathways from education to employment. The firm helps institutions and organizations design programs that align classroom learning with evolving workforce needs. Through applied research, instructional design, and strategic collaboration, Innovate STEM advances solutions that prepare learners for meaningful careers and drive community growth.

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Global Perspectives

Our teams' experiences as a global industry leader and scholar inform a broad perspective that bridges research and practice, enabling us to engage diverse stakeholders, navigate complex systems, and develop solutions responsive to evolving education and workforce needs.

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Education to Employment

We work to ensure that every learner has access to pathways leading from education to employment. By aligning academic programs with industry needs, the firm empowers students to reach their potential and contribute to a thriving economy.

Speaking Topics

Innovate STEM delivers captivating talks tailored to educators, policymakers, corporate leaders, and community organizations. Her topics include:

1 - Future Ready STEM/CTE Pathways

Strategies for expanding student agency through curriculum and workforce alignment in STEM/CTE.



2 - The Innovate STEM Approach: Beyond Compliance

Building capacity among educators to ignite student agency and drive success in career pathways.


3 - Building Sustainable STEM/CTE Ecosystems

Linking Education, Industry, and Community: Building Pathways for Tomorrow’s Workforce

Innovate STEM : Transforming STEM Education

Innovate STEM has become a catalyst for change, focusing on:

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Empowering Educators

Providing tools and strategies to foster growth and build capacity.

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Inspiring Students

Nurturing student agency to promote confidence, creativity, and economic mobility.

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Community-Centered Innovation

Designing programs that bridge gaps in underserved communities and create sustainable pathways to success.

What Audiences Are Saying

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“Kayla’s story is both inspiring and transformative. Her passion for STEM education and her innovative approach to problem-solving left us energized and motivated.”

– CTE District Administrator, 2024

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"Innovate STEM helped us move beyond one-time partnerships toward a shared vision that connects education, industry, and community. Their approach made collaboration feel actionable and sustainable.

-Regional Economic Development Leader, 2024

Book Kayla Maxey Today

Are you ready to inspire your audience with a speaker who blends innovation, passion, and a commitment to empowering the next generation? Kayla Maxey is available for:

  • Keynotes
  • Panel Discussions
  • Workshops
  • Corporate & Educational Events

Don’t miss the chance to bring her expertise and energy to your event.

Contact Us to Book Kayla Now!

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Phone Number

(317) 210-0679

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Email Address

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Office Location

550 Congressional Boulevard
Carmel, Indiana 46032

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