The Importance of a STEM Education

The Importance of a STEM Education

It’s always been important for me to lift others up, and most recently, I’ve focused my efforts on expanding opportunities for women and girls in STEM. There’s no better day to delve into STEM’s importance than today, February 11, which the UN has designated as International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education is no …

Reflecting on a record-setting year

Reflecting on a record-setting year

It’s always invigorating to reflect on the passing year and look forward towards the New Year!  This year in particular has truly left me in awe. There were so many special opportunities in 2017 that allowed me to grow and learn as an entrepreneur, an advocate, a mother, a philanthropist, and a triathlete. It was such a blessing to travel …

Nina Vaca shares her story with Dallas ISD students in the P-TECH program

Nina Vaca shares her story with Dallas ISD students in the P-TECH program

Pinnacle Group CEO & Chairman Nina Vaca spoke with Dallas ISD students in the Pathway to Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) Program at Thomas Jefferson High School Dec. 15 in Dallas. Pinnacle Group is an industry partner in the program, which teaches students academic, technical, and workplace skills that employers seek. Upon completion of P-TECH, students also receive an …