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The Black Tech Effect is breaking barriers and exploring unconventional tech markets this year! Our team examined Black-led tech companies in 30 categories across several countries and regions, discovering remarkable advancements and spotlighting the Black innovators making significant strides in their fields. Thanks to organizations like ACT House, Black Ambition, Black Innovation Alliance, Goodie Nation and Techstars, we've uncovered advancements from unexpected places. The Black Tech Effect is powered by The Tech We Want Omidyar Network! Explore the list at theblacktecheffect.com! #BlackTechEffect #TechInnovation #BlackTechLeaders #Innovators Sherrell Dorsey

Diving into Black History Month with a focus on inclusion and innovation. Join us in celebrating the achievements of Black leaders in tech and SaaS. 🚀 Exploring impactful collaborations, spotlighting trailblazers from brands, amplifying voices, sharing stories, and embracing the power of inclusion, are just a few ways to honor this month. Let's shine a light on Black-owned gems like: 1. Blavity Inc. is a media company focused on Black culture, news, and technology. 2. Partpic was founded by a Black entrepreneur, acquired by Amazon, and offers visual recognition technology for identifying and sourcing industrial parts. 3. Walker & Company, founded by Tristan Walker and acquired by Procter & Gamble, focuses on health and beauty products for people of color. 4. Mayvenn is a Black-owned tech platform that empowers hairstylists and beauticians to sell products directly to their clients. 5. Kairos, originally founded by Brian Brackeen, focuses on facial recognition technology. Let's make this month a tribute to progress and unity! How are you celebrating Black History Month? 💻✨ #BHMinMarketing #BHMinTech #InnovationforAll #BHM2024

Across a spectrum of tech categories, from health and food to financial and SaaS technology, underrepresented founders are displaying unprecedented levels of resilience. Alongside Plexus Information Services, Omidyar Network is proud to support the launch of the latest Black Tech Effect report, highlighting Black-led companies developing scalable solutions for the climate crisis, health, and social disparities in marginalized communities. The Black Tech Effect lays the groundwork for changing the tech environment and providing visibility to underrepresented founders. We believe this report will help bridge the data gap on Black-led tech companies, promote inclusivity, and attract more investors to these founders and companies. Join us in celebrating the success of 100 promising Black-led, high-growth tech companies. Read the report 🔗 www.theblacktecheffect.com Sherrell Dorsey Taylor J. James

McKinsey's Black Tech Summit is a pivotal initiative addressing and bridging the racial disparities in the tech industry. From education to the C-Suite, it tackles crucial gaps faced by Black talent. Explore participants' insights on achieving equity and reshaping the narrative for a more inclusive future. #BlackTechSummit #TechEquity #InclusionMatters #sheDISRUPTS

McKinsey's Black Tech Summit plays a vital role in addressing racial disparities in the tech industry, bridging gaps for Black talent from education to the C-Suite. Alongside, "She Disrupts," a groundbreaking book, sheds light on the journey of Black women in STEM and AI industries. Explore participants' insights on achieving equity and reshaping the narrative for a more inclusive future. #BlackTechSummit #TechEquity #InclusionMatters #SheDisrupts https://ln.run/2yh-y

Black tech workers make up only 8% of employees in tech jobs 🤯 February marks Black History Month in the USA. It's a time to promote and celebrate the contributions of Black people within society, and in particular for Few&Far, within the tech space. Follow us as each week throughout the month we share resources and insights into the Black Tech community 📣 For our connections in Austin, Texas, check out the upcoming Black in Tech Summit from Capital Factory - their mission is to "create an inclusive environment that embraces individuals from all backgrounds and identities." We've linked the full details below ↓ https://lnkd.in/evW2jgVY #blackhistorymonth #tech #techcommunity #community #techevent #blackintech #austintech #techcareers

Shout out to any connections in Austin, Texas! Check out the upcoming Black in Tech Summit from Capital Factory - their mission is to "create an inclusive environment that embraces individuals from all backgrounds and identities." #blackhistorymonth #tech #techcommunity #community #techevent #blackintech #austintech #techcareers

🚀 Exciting News! BlackAT, in collaboration with Workbox, Eventnoire, and P33, is thrilled to announce an upcoming series of dynamic panel discussions on March 28th. We're diving deep into crucial topics—bridging the tech gap, empowering Black founders, and fostering Black creativity. 🌐✨ Our aim? Tackling disparities, exploring effective strategies, and catalyzing actionable change! Join us in illuminating challenges, spotlighting initiatives, and fostering collaborative efforts to create more inclusive and equitable ecosystems. 🌟 We cordially invite you to be a part of the discussion, focusing on three pivotal themes: 1. Bridging the Gap in Tech 🌐💡 2. Empowering Black Founders 💼🚀 3. Fostering Black Creativity 🎨✨ Your insights and expertise will contribute to an enriching dialogue that drives positive change. Let's come together to inspire, innovate, and create a more inclusive future for all participants. Save the date and join us for an engaging exchange of ideas! 🤝 Register here: https://lnkd.in/guigzt6k #InclusionInTech #BlackInnovation #EmpowerCreativity    

Thrilled to share that as a co-lead of MasterClass’ Black ERG, Melanin, we've worked on a MasterClass partnership with Black Tech Pipeline, in order to support our organizations' DEI and Recruiting teams' goals of fostering diversity. I'm passionate about Black tech equity. I love sharing my experience as a non-engineer professional, dispelling the misconception that the tech industry is designated only for individuals who can code or who have engineering degrees. Orgs like Black Tech Pipeline help break down barriers in tech, linking Black professionals to companies committed to inclusion. This equitable focus is so relevant and mission-minded as our world becomes entrenched in tech and AI. Black Tech Pipeline increases opportunities for Black talent, opening doors to competitive salaries. We can also make the case for increasing Black talent in tech because studies show that diverse companies perform better, driving innovation, profitability and improved decision-making. So whether you're a Black technologist, engineer, marketer, entrepreneur, innovator, publicist, graphic designer, or sales professional like me, there is a path for you in tech! And it can start at MasterClass! Check out the positions listed here: https://lnkd.in/eu9JegKc #Blackintech #MasterClass #DEI #techequity

Four years ago, we launched a new series on VentureFizz called Black in Tech. This series profiles Black professions in the tech industry across all different job functions. In support of #juneteenth, please take a moment to read some of their profiles here: https://lnkd.in/ez-Nckx By sharing these inspirational stories of Black professionals, we want to celebrate their contributions in tech, while also encouraging others to get involved in the tech industry. #diversitymatters