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Welcome to our podcast, where we explore the lives of trailblazers within the Black aristocracy. Today, we're introducing a figure of extraordinary accomplishment and influence, Mr. Vernell Trigg Jr. From his humble beginnings in Dallas and Grand Prairie, Texas, Vernell has carved a path of remarkable success, blending the worlds of technology, philanthropy, and community empowerment. Holding a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Prairie View A&M University, Vernell’s career launched at Toshiba International before he found his calling at Schneider Electric. Over two decades, he rose through the ranks to become a senior systems design engineer, designing critical data centers nationwide. His leadership and innovative contributions earned him numerous awards, including the prestigious President’s Club recognition. But Vernell’s st ...
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