400 Years Since 1619: Countdown to The Root 100: Here's a Sneak Peek at the Top STEM and Business Honorees As We Get Ready to Reveal Who Is No. 1

As we continue our roll out for the 10th anniversary of The Root 100, we’re giving a sneak peak at the top three honorees in eight categories—arts, business, community, entertainment, media, politics, sports and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math)—before we unveil the full list on Thursday.