Building Engineering & Science Talent

At Building Engineering and Science Talent (BEST), we are a public-private partnership dedicated to strengthening U.S. leadership in science and technology by tapping the potential of all Americans. Our vision is to promote inclusivity and diversity in the STEM fields, and our mission is to take action to broaden the participation of women and historically underrepresented minorities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.

Our Services

Research: With over 15 years of experience working with STEM stakeholders at the national and community levels, we have developed a deep understanding of the urgency and complexity of the inclusiveness challenge. We have delivered research-based solutions to federal agencies, non-profit organizations, and private companies, including the House Science Committee, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the United States Army.

Communications: Our communications expertise spans the design, development, and maintenance of websites, videos, and YouTube channels. We produce research-based messaging and wide-ranging collateral materials to promote STEM education and diversity initiatives.

Strategic Planning: We have conceptualized and implemented strategic plans for our clients, including the development of a three-year Department of Defense STEM Diversity Campaign. Our team has the expertise to design and execute high-level events and conferences on STEM-related issues.

Community Engagement: We have a proven track record of collaboration with K-12 schools, institutions of higher education, and nationally recognized STEM education content providers to deliver professional development and STEM programs to students in selected communities across the United States.

Conference Management: With our credibility, network, and administrative capacity, we can organize, manage, and execute high-level events and conferences on STEM-related issues.

Our Team

Our team is comprised of experienced professionals with expertise in human capital management, workforce planning, project planning and execution, accounting, finance, auditing, and bid and proposal management. Our team members have extensive experience working with government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private companies to promote STEM education and diversity initiatives.

Our History

Over the past 22 years, BEST has been leading the way on STEM diversity, equity, and inclusion. We have delivered effective strategies to the highest levels of corporate and government leadership and have successfully collaborated with partners from academia, industry, and government to promote STEM education and diversity initiatives.