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Palesttra was created by Barb and Rena from lived experience, years of work with STEM professionals, and a shared belief that meaningful growth needs both structure and support

Institutional priorities shift. Technology reshapes the work. New roles emerge before there is a clear playbook for how to grow into them

The path a mentor took, a manager modeled, or an organization once expected can offer context — but not always direction

For high-achieving professionals, the challenge is not a lack of ability. It is choosing the right direction inside a landscape that keeps changing