Connect with innovators, creators, 50+ tech influencers, and featured speakers, including Kimberly Bryant, Founder of Black Girls Code, Arlan Hamilton, Founder of Hire Runner and Backstage Capital, Felecia Hatcher, CEO of Black Ambition; and Detavio Samuels, CEO of Revolt on July 18 – 22 at the 2022 Black Tech Week.
LOCATION:
Cincinnati Music Hall
1241 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Start each day with mental clarity and wellness with guided meditation and yoga by Yolanda Owens, CEO of Iwifresh.
Then jump into a host of daily INC Magazine Founder House panels diving deep into entrepreneurship, moderated by some of the most innovative Black professionals. Here are some of the speakers.
Registered attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in “Investor Office Hours.” A collaboration with Black Tech Week and Endeavor Midwest for founders to be matched with potential investors. The deadline to apply is June 1st, 2022, at 11:59 pm PT, and if selected must be present in person during Black Tech Week.
Don’t miss the on-site career fair, sessions, and more.
“For the last seven years, Black Tech Week has been hard at work, ecosystem-building for Black tech communities across the U.S.. Relocating to Cincinnati means expanding our national network of founders, talent, and investors.” said Candice Matthews Brackeen, Lightship Foundation Founder and CEO. “We’re so proud of our 2022 conference calendar–and the opportunity to bring this innovative session lineup to our community.“
“The city of Cincinnati is committed to becoming a place where Black entrepreneurs feel supported and seen,” says Aftab Pureval, Mayor of Cincinnati. “We are excited to host Black Tech Week and support Lightship in creating a hub for tech collaboration in the Midwest.“
Black Tech Week will also coincide with the Cincinnati Music Festival, where artists such as Anthony Hamilton, Tony! Toni! Tone!, Charlie Wilson, Janet Jackson, and more will perform at the Paul Brown Stadium.
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Media Contact
Aniesia Williams
Phone: 984-528-0450
Email: aniesia@lightship.foundation
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