In this episode of The Hope Table, Erin Brinker sits down with Derrick Kreimann, U.S. Army veteran and founder/CEO of the U.S. Engineering League, to explore how a career in military signal intelligence evolved into a nationwide youth robotics movement. Derek shares powerful stories from Iraq, the life-changing moment that inspired his mission to serve students, and how competitive robotics and AI are opening doors for kids from all backgrounds. Discover why reading is still the ultimate superpower, how ethical AI use is being taught in real classrooms, and how schools and families can plug into free robotics opportunities that prepare kids for the future of work.

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