Vitaes Professionals of Color discussing their careers, sharing insights, salary, bias and advice.

DEI Stories | Inspiring Interviews | Career Discovery

Vitaes’ mission is growing the ranks of people of color educated and ready to take on higher earning careers. You cannot choose a career you don't know exists or believe it is not for you. Vitaes’ goal is building 1,000’s of Informational Interviews with successful professionals of color and make them available online to students because you

can't be what you can't see. VITAES.COM inspires students to consider path’s they never knew existed from others that look like them. Profiles share details of their career, a typical day, likes, dislikes, income and path to success. Moreover, video profiles acknowledge and discuss systemic discrimination. Seeing someone that looks like you in these careers, may give you the drive to aspire for more. Generate income and wealth with a new career path, Let's build diversity & equity together.

05/05/2026

See Yourself in Careers

Vitaes shows students the real side of careers—beyond skills and degrees. It helps them connect with professionals of color and learn about challenges and successes. It’s a break from regular class and helps students see why their work matters.

04/29/2026

Crop farmers grow and harvest crops like corn, wheat, cotton, and soybeans to sell to food companies or commodity markets. They use various tools and equipment to maintain and manage their crops to ensure that they are healthy and produce high yields.

The average salary for crop farmers in the United States is $64,170 per year.

04/28/2026

Virtual Speakers in the Classroom

Sean Moore shares: “I love the content and wish there was more. The best part? Professionals don’t have to physically visit schools to be seen and heard—Vitaes makes guest speakers accessible anytime for educators and students.”

04/22/2026

Construction Equipment Operators operate heavy machinery to move construction materials, earth, and other objects at construction sites, contributing to the completion of various building projects.

Median annual wage of $48,160

04/15/2026

Why Pick Construction Managers? Role and Pay Insights

Construction Managers plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects from inception to completion, overseeing the progress, resources, and team to achieve successful outcomes.

Median annual wage of $95,260

04/14/2026

Student Testimonial: Why Career Exploration Matters — Breaking Away from the Norm

“In my community, many followed the same careers. But I realized it’s okay to explore different paths. Take time in school to discover what excites you. Not every career will thrill you, but it should interest you.”
Be curious and open-minded.

04/10/2026

Educator Insight: Success Beyond Credentials

Sean Moore from Federal Way Public Schools says: "The biggest thing for me is their challenges. Good for students to know you don’t need all the credentials to be successful—you just need a strong work ethic and willingness to learn." Vitaes makes these real stories accessible for every classroom.

04/01/2026

Educator Insights: Carolyn McNeil on Student Empowerment

Educator Carolyn McNeil shares her inspiring insights on how Vitaes is transforming the way students discover their future career paths. From entry-level roles to dream jobs, see how this innovative app opens doors for students everywhere.

Watch the full story and meet Vitaes founder Steve Lozano, who’s championing student success at !

03/30/2026

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03/27/2026

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03/25/2026

The Pressure & Promise of Career Exploration:How Vitaes Helps Students Find Their Own Path

"Career exploration is one of the biggest decisions of your life — but too often, pressure pushes us toward choices that don't fit." Vitaes offers real stories, diverse paths, and meaningful resources that make exploring careers less stressful and more personalized.

Discover more at Vitaes.com!

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