Returning to My Roots: Speaking at My Alma Mater, ITT Technical Institute

I recently returned to my alma mater—ITT Technical Institute, Boston South—to speak to a Strategies for the Technical Professional class. It was a full-circle moment to share what I’ve learned in the field and encourage students who are stepping into their own careers. 

This opportunity felt like I was finally returning to my roots. 

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What I shared with students

    •    Analytical thinking: real examples of breaking down complex problems and communicating solutions.

    •    Networking that actually helps: how to build relationships that open doors (and how to keep doors open for others).

    •    Goal-setting you’ll stick to: setting outcomes, milestones, and feedback loops that make growth measurable.  

During that time in my career, I was working as a Post Market Surveillance Specialist in the medical device industry, so we also talked about how quality systems and customer safety tie back to classroom fundamentals.  

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Highlights & recognition over the years

These acknowledgments from ITT Tech mean a lot to me—because they represent community, mentorship, and growth.

Certificate of Appreciation (June 28, 2016)

Holiday Inn & Conference Center, Dedham, MA — “For imparting valuable insights and inspirations to our graduates.”

Related post from the ITT Tech page was originally shared on Facebook.

https://m.facebook.com/ITTTech/photos/1131534743551483/  

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Why this matters

Returning to campus reminded me that education is a relay—someone passed the baton to me, and now I’m passing it forward. If you’re a student or early-career professional: keep learning, keep connecting, and keep your goals visible.

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Thank you

To the students and faculty who welcomed me back—thank you. You continue to motivate me to serve our community and invest in future talent.

Post link below

https://m.facebook.com/ITTTech/photos/1131534743551483/