August Career Day

August Career Day Special Guest

Dr. Markeeva Morgan

As program manager for Project Sapphire, Dr. Markeeva Morgan is a leader modernizing Boeing’s digital ecosystem. As program manager of the VC-25B program, Dr. Morgan led modification of large commercial aircraft to replace VC-25A (Air Force One) in operation. He previously led support for VC-25A and other Head of State aircraft. As project manager of a Navy nuclear propulsion program, Morgan enhanced interoperability among systems, leading to cost savings.

As manager of an advanced defense technology cluster at NASA, he increased access for small and minority-owned businesses to address warfighter needs.
At Boeing, he led the advancement of the world’s most accurate inertial measurement unit. Beyond his technical achievements, Morgan has served as a mentor to young professionals, guiding them in STEM careers.

As executive sponsor for the Boeing Black Employees Association Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter, and through his involvement with educational and philanthropic boards, he exemplifies dedication to professional development.

About Career Day

BEYA Stars and Stripes Career Day, hosted by Career Communications Group (CCG), is monthly virtual event where you not only learn about cool careers but also have a blast! It's designed to be totally in sync with what schools across the nation are teaching, so you know it's legit. At this event, experts are going to hook you up with some seriously engaging presentations about careers in STEM (that's science, technology, engineering, and math). And guess what? You'll get to interact with them! It's not just about soaking up knowledge; it's about getting hands-on experience and picking up skills that will set you up for success in college.

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August 09, 2025 Career Day

Summer Success

This month, we have the esteemed Dr. Markeeva Morgan of The Boeing Company, a 2025 BEYA awardee. He was cited by many fellow awardees as a mentor figure that guided them to their award-winning roles and helped them in their careers. His work at Boeing, NASA, and in many philanthropic roles showcase his many talents and his dedication to bettering communities and workplaces.

Topics Covered by Speaker

Dr. Morgan will share insights from his dynamic career, touching on key themes such as mentoring, project management, engineering, and philanthropy. His journey offers a powerful example of leadership, innovation, and giving back—making this a must-watch for anyone interested in building a meaningful and impactful career.

STEM Inventors of the Month

For this August's STEM Inventor of the Month, we’re highlighting Dr. Valerie Thomas of Baltimore, MD. A pioneering NASA scientist and the inventor of the illusion transmitter—a device that creates 3D images using concave mirrors—Dr. Thomas has made lasting contributions to science and technology. Her invention has applications across numerous STEM fields. Inspired by a science fair demonstration, she went on to lead major projects at NASA before retiring to teach at UMBC and The Goddard School.