Black Tech Unplugged

On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged I am continuing with the theme of Diversity and Inclusion reporting. My featured guests are two lovely ladies from Toronto, Jessica Yamoah and Sarah Juma of Innovate Inclusion. Innovate Inclusion is a non-profit that advocates for the entrepreneurial success of underrepresented communities. They use an innovative approach to bring awareness and access to programs and services. In their diversity report, Jessica and Sarah are tackling the issue of diversity, specifically in the tech incubator sector of Ontario’s tech ecosystem. Listen to this episode to learn about the Ontario tech ecosystem, find out why Sarah and Jessica started Innovate Inclusion, hear who we think is doing amazing in the D&I department, and much more! See full show notes at https://blacktechunplugged.com/2017/10/26/ep-06-innovate-inclusion-unplugged/

On this bonus episode of Black Tech Unplugged I speak to Fabian Elliot and Dineo (Dee) Seakamela on a more personal note. In the first episode, we spoke about Black Tech Mecca and it's goals and mission. This episode we speak about them as individuals in the tech industry. This includes working together as a married couple. I did mention they were married right? Listen to their advice and tips for working with a spouse, how they got into tech and much more! Full show notes here: http://blacktechunplugged.com/2017/10/20/ep-05-bonus-black-tech-mecca-unplugged-part-2/

On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged I have the pleasure of speaking with Fabian Elliot and Dineo (Dee) Seakamela, the co-founders of Black Tech Mecca. Black Tech Mecca’s mission is to ensure Black people are full participants in the global technology sector. BTM uses data to paint a clearer picture of Black participation in local tech ecosystems. Their goal is to democratize the tech sector, ecosystem by ecosystem. Find full show notes at: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2017/10/13/ep-05-black-tech-mecca-unplugged/

Rohan Gilkes is a serial entrepreneur and co-founder/CEO of Innclusive, a platform that allows you to rent unique, local accommodations on any budget, anywhere in the world. Rohan also serves as a thought leader in customer acquisition and local inter-mediation, bringing seekers and providers of local services together using technology. He serves on the advisory board of a number of local startups and has developed and presented business case studies for Catholic University MBA program and Northwestern. He has been featured in the Washington Post, Mixergy, USA Today, and Forbes. Read the full show notes at: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2017/09/14/ep-04-rohan-gilkes-unplugged/

Kelley O. Williams is the co-creator of the Paige & Paxton Elementary STEM curriculum. While working for signature companies such as American Express and JPMorgan Chase, Kelley led nationally recognized STEM pipeline programs for girls and youth of color as one of the founding team members of the New York Chapter of Black Girls Code. She was also a lead member of the planning team for #YesWeCode youth hackathons, designed to expose middle and high school students to opportunities in computer science. Full show notes: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2017/08/10/ep-03-kelley-o-williams-unplugged/ To leave a review of the podcast on iTunes go to: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/black-tech-unplugged/id1244622242?mt=2

Episode 2 of Black Tech Unplugged features Sherrell Dorsey, a noted technology journalist and social entrepreneur. She is founder of the daily tech newsletter, ThePLUG, where she leads content strategy, business partnerships, and growth of the only newsletter dedicated to highlighting the significant voices of black founders and business leaders in the news. Full show notes: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2017/07/13/ep-02-black-tech-unplugged-sherrell-dorsey-unplugged/

The very first episode of Black Tech Unplugged is out! And what better way to learn more about the host than having her share her story? Jump right in and learn about Deena McKay, not only the woman behind this podcast, but also her journey as a Black women in tech. Full show notes: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2017/07/13/ep-01-deena-mckay-unplugged/

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