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I started working at a radio station when I was 18 and have since worked in three television markets, so interviewing is in my blood. The podcast is a perfect way for me to use my past skills and assist in telling the many stories of Rice Business, its students, faculty, staff and alumni.
DeRae and host Maya Pomroy ’22 discuss DeRae’s life story, including competing as an elite boxer for the U.S. Olympic Team Trials, serving in the Army, winning numerous national boxing titles, and coming out of retirement from boxing for another Olympic run.
Mikki chats about her new book, the subtleties of biases, and the importance of staying informed and aware of biases to make the world and workplaces fairer and more equitable for everyone.
Suman shares the challenges and rewards of scaling a startup, the importance of balancing personal and professional life, and his efforts to give back to his native Nepal through mentorship and support for local entrepreneurs.