Black Tech Unplugged
210 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 92 ratingsBlack Tech Unplugged, hosted by Deena McKay, is a podcast that shares the authentic stories of Blacks in tech. Not only do you learn the stories of individuals in tech, but you learn about their successes, failures, resources and most importantly the skills you need in your toolkit to be successful in tech. Each episode is meant to inspire, motivate, and empower those in tech or looking to get into the industry.
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(Ep. 021) Du'An Lightfoot Unplugged
November 13, 2018 12:30 - 41 minutes - 33.2 MBEp. 021 features Du'An Lightfoot, founder of Lab Everyday and network engineer. However, Du'An wasn't always a network engineer. He started his career working at the help desk and eventually advanced into networking through hardwork and perseverance. Never one to take his journey for granted that's why Du'An started Lab Everyday. He wants to help people who are interested in becoming a network engineer as well as help anyone who's in tech advance their career path. Check out the full show n...
(Ep. 021) Network Engineering Unplugged with Du'An Lightfoot
November 13, 2018 12:30 - 41 minutes - 33.2 MBEp. 021 features Du'An Lightfoot, founder of Lab Everyday and network engineer. However, Du'An wasn't always a network engineer. He started his career working at the help desk and eventually advanced into networking through hardwork and perseverance. Never one to take his journey for granted that's why Du'An started Lab Everyday. He wants to help people who are interested in becoming a network engineer as well as help anyone who's in tech advance their career path. Check out the full show n...
(Ep. 020) Wayne Sutton & Melinda Epler Unplugged
October 16, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 37.2 MBWho thought a young serial entrepreneur from North Carolina and a former filmmaker would be join forces to combat the issue of diversity in tech? Well that's exactly what Melinda Epler and Wayne Sutton did when they created Change Catalyst and Tech Inclusion. In episode 020, Wayne & Melinda discuss their tech journey with me. We also discuss allyship and the importance of mental health while being in tech. Full show notes are available here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2018/10/16/ep-020...
Ep. 020: Wayne Sutton & Melinda Epler Unplugged
October 16, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 37.2 MBWho thought a young serial entrepreneur from North Carolina and a former filmmaker would be join forces to combat the issue of diversity in tech? Well that's exactly what Melinda Epler and Wayne Sutton did when they created Change Catalyst and Tech Inclusion. In episode 020, Wayne & Melinda discuss their tech journey with me. We also discuss allyship and the importance of mental health while being in tech. Full show notes are available here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2018/10/16/ep-020...
(Ep. 020) Change Catalyst Unplugged with Wayne Sutton & Melinda Epler
October 16, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 37.2 MBWho thought a young serial entrepreneur from North Carolina and a former filmmaker would be join forces to combat the issue of diversity in tech? Well that's exactly what Melinda Epler and Wayne Sutton did when they created Change Catalyst and Tech Inclusion. In episode 020, Wayne & Melinda discuss their tech journey with me. We also discuss allyship and the importance of mental health while being in tech. Full show notes are available here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2018/10/16/ep-020...
Ep. 019: Julia Collins Unplugged
September 25, 2018 11:41 - 46 minutes - 37.7 MBWho thought you could take robots, pizza, and a truck and change the food tech game? Well Julia Collins, co-founder of Zume Pizza did! And now you can hear about her business and how she created it on episode 019 of Black Tech Unplugged. Besides her business, Julia and I break down her transition into tech, her love for food, and everyone's favorite question.. HOW TO GET FUNDING! This is a definite can't miss episode. Full show notes are available here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2018/0...
(Ep. 019) Zume Pizza Unplugged with Julia Collins
September 25, 2018 11:41 - 46 minutes - 37.7 MBWho thought you could take robots, pizza, and a truck and change the food tech game? Well Julia Collins, co-founder of Zume Pizza did! And now you can hear about her business and how she created it on episode 019 of Black Tech Unplugged. Besides her business, Julia and I break down her transition into tech, her love for food, and everyone's favorite question.. HOW TO GET FUNDING! This is a definite can't miss episode. Full show notes are available here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2018/0...
(Ep. 019) Julia Collins Unplugged
September 25, 2018 11:41 - 46 minutes - 37.7 MBWho thought you could take robots, pizza, and a truck and change the food tech game? Well Julia Collins, co-founder of Zume Pizza did! And now you can hear about her business and how she created it on episode 019 of Black Tech Unplugged. Besides her business, Julia and I break down her transition into tech, her love for food, and everyone's favorite question.. HOW TO GET FUNDING! This is a definite can't miss episode. Full show notes are available here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2018/0...
(Ep. 018) #DisruptIndy Unplugged with Jeff Williams
September 11, 2018 11:30 - 37 minutes - 30 MBEp. 018 features Jeff Williams, co-founder of Be Nimble Ventures. Jeff speaks about Indy diversity event coming up, #DisruptIndy. We also discuss the tech ecosystems in Indy, Cincinnati, Dallas, & Austin. Most importantly we discuss how tech is not only changing the Indy business mindset, but making the city a place for foodies too! Full show notes here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2018/09/11/ep-018-jeff-williams-unplugged/
Ep. 018: Jeff Williams Unplugged
September 11, 2018 11:30 - 37 minutes - 30 MBEp. 018 features Jeff Williams, co-founder of Be Nimble Ventures. Jeff speaks about Indy diversity event coming up, #DisruptIndy. We also discuss the tech ecosystems in Indy, Cincinnati, Dallas, & Austin. Most importantly we discuss how tech is not only changing the Indy business mindset, but making the city a place for foodies too! Full show notes here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2018/09/11/ep-018-jeff-williams-unplugged/
(Ep. 018) Jeff Williams Unplugged
September 11, 2018 11:30 - 37 minutes - 30 MBEp. 018 features Jeff Williams, co-founder of Be Nimble Ventures. Jeff speaks about Indy diversity event coming up, #DisruptIndy. We also discuss the tech ecosystems in Indy, Cincinnati, Dallas, & Austin. Most importantly we discuss how tech is not only changing the Indy business mindset, but making the city a place for foodies too! Full show notes here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2018/09/11/ep-018-jeff-williams-unplugged/
Ep. 017: diversiTECH Unplugged
August 25, 2018 04:58 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBI had the pleasure of attending the Chicago Anita B's diversiTECH Hiring Fair last week. So in honor of meeting so many people and speaking with the organizers I bring to you episode 017 Diversitech Hiring Fair Unplugged! I speak with the Chicago Anita B team who put the event together to give you some background on this unique event. I also speak to several women who's companies were sponsors of the event. Each C-suite woman spoke about how they got into tech and what characteristics they l...
(Ep. 017) diversiTECH Unplugged
August 25, 2018 04:58 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBI had the pleasure of attending the Chicago Anita B's diversiTECH Hiring Fair last week. So in honor of meeting so many people and speaking with the organizers I bring to you episode 017 Diversitech Hiring Fair Unplugged! I speak with the Chicago Anita B team who put the event together to give you some background on this unique event. I also speak to several women who's companies were sponsors of the event. Each C-suite woman spoke about how they got into tech and what characteristics they l...
(Ep. 016) Emile Cambry Unplugged
July 30, 2018 00:00 - 55 minutes - 44.6 MBEpisode of 16 of Black Tech Unplugged features Emile Cambry, Jr. Emile is a business professor, filmmaker, and social entrepreneur born, raised in Chicago. Mr. Cambry’s largest project to date was founding the technology and entrepreneurship incubator, BLUE1647, expanding to several different locations across the Midwest. Rounding out Mr. Cambry’s experiences include being named on Ebony Magazine’s Power 100, The Root Power 100, Chicago Crains Tech 50, a Top 100 Innovator in Chicago by the Ch...
Ep. 016: Emile Cambry Unplugged
July 30, 2018 00:00 - 55 minutes - 44.6 MBEpisode of 16 of Black Tech Unplugged features Emile Cambry, Jr. Emile is a business professor, filmmaker, and social entrepreneur born, raised in Chicago. Mr. Cambry’s largest project to date was founding the technology and entrepreneurship incubator, BLUE1647, expanding to several different locations across the Midwest. Rounding out Mr. Cambry’s experiences include being named on Ebony Magazine’s Power 100, The Root Power 100, Chicago Crains Tech 50, a Top 100 Innovator in Chicago by the Ch...
(Ep. 016) Blue1647 Unplugged with Emile Cambry
July 30, 2018 00:00 - 55 minutes - 44.6 MBEpisode of 16 of Black Tech Unplugged features Emile Cambry, Jr. Emile is a business professor, filmmaker, and social entrepreneur born, raised in Chicago. Mr. Cambry’s largest project to date was founding the technology and entrepreneurship incubator, BLUE1647, expanding to several different locations across the Midwest. Rounding out Mr. Cambry’s experiences include being named on Ebony Magazine’s Power 100, The Root Power 100, Chicago Crains Tech 50, a Top 100 Innovator in Chicago by the Ch...
(Ep. 015) Dr. Jeremy Marguder- Waisome Unplugged
July 11, 2018 00:00 - 48 minutes - 38.9 MBEpisode 15 of Black Tech Unplugged features Dr. Jeremy Magruder-Waisome. Dr. Waisome is a graduate of the University of Florida's (UF) Department of Civil & Coastal Engineering where she obtained her bachelors and masters of science and doctorate of philosophy degrees. She currently serves as Postdoctoral Associate in the Computer & Information Sciences & Engineering Department at UF and Project Manager of the National Science Foundation Broadening Participation in Computing Alliance: Institu...
(Ep. 015) Doctoral Tech Life wirh Dr. Jeremy Marguder- Waisome
July 11, 2018 00:00 - 48 minutes - 38.9 MBEpisode 15 of Black Tech Unplugged features Dr. Jeremy Magruder-Waisome. Dr. Waisome is a graduate of the University of Florida's (UF) Department of Civil & Coastal Engineering where she obtained her bachelors and masters of science and doctorate of philosophy degrees. She currently serves as Postdoctoral Associate in the Computer & Information Sciences & Engineering Department at UF and Project Manager of the National Science Foundation Broadening Participation in Computing Alliance: Institu...
Ep. 015: Dr. Jeremy Marguder- Waisome Unplugged
July 11, 2018 00:00 - 48 minutes - 38.9 MBEpisode 15 of Black Tech Unplugged features Dr. Jeremy Magruder-Waisome. Dr. Waisome is a graduate of the University of Florida's (UF) Department of Civil & Coastal Engineering where she obtained her bachelors and masters of science and doctorate of philosophy degrees. She currently serves as Postdoctoral Associate in the Computer & Information Sciences & Engineering Department at UF and Project Manager of the National Science Foundation Broadening Participation in Computing Alliance: Institu...
Ep. 014: Dr. Kortney Ziegler & Tiffany Mikell Unplugged
June 27, 2018 11:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBEpisode of 14 of Black Tech Unplugged features two brilliant guests, Dr. Kortney Ziegler (Director of Research & Design) and Tiffany Mikell (Managing Director)of ZamLabs. ZaMLabs, Inc is an Idea to Seed Tech Incubator for Mad Scientists & Social Engineers. Their core area of focus is solving problems for the world's most marginalized communities. Their portfolio to-date includes Trans*H4CK, BlackStarLaunch (Sunset), AerialSpaces & Appolition. On this episode, Tiffany, Kortney, and I discus...
(Ep. 014) Dr. Kortney Ziegler & Tiffany Mikell Unplugged
June 27, 2018 11:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBEpisode of 14 of Black Tech Unplugged features two brilliant guests, Dr. Kortney Ziegler (Director of Research & Design) and Tiffany Mikell (Managing Director)of ZamLabs. ZaMLabs, Inc is an Idea to Seed Tech Incubator for Mad Scientists & Social Engineers. Their core area of focus is solving problems for the world's most marginalized communities. Their portfolio to-date includes Trans*H4CK, BlackStarLaunch (Sunset), AerialSpaces & Appolition. On this episode, Tiffany, Kortney, and I discus...
Episode 013: Antonio Brasse Unplugged
May 29, 2018 23:53 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBEpisode of 13 of Black Tech Unplugged features Antonio Brasse. Antonio is the founder and CEO of BlockQuake LLC, which will be the most regulatory friendly crypto. Antonio has experience in finance, operations, investments and technology audits. He holds a BS in Accounting and a BS in Computer Science. Being the technology auditor that understands the business has been very helpful in his career. Another important fact is that this is another LIVE episode! This time Black Tech Unplugged broa...
(Ep. 013) Blockchain Unplugged with Antonio Brasse
May 29, 2018 23:53 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBEpisode of 13 of Black Tech Unplugged features Antonio Brasse. Antonio is the founder and CEO of BlockQuake LLC, which will be the most regulatory friendly crypto. Antonio has experience in finance, operations, investments and technology audits. He holds a BS in Accounting and a BS in Computer Science. Being the technology auditor that understands the business has been very helpful in his career. Another important fact is that this is another LIVE episode! This time Black Tech Unplugged broa...
(Ep. 013) Antonio Brasse Unplugged
May 29, 2018 23:53 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBEpisode of 13 of Black Tech Unplugged features Antonio Brasse. Antonio is the founder and CEO of BlockQuake LLC, which will be the most regulatory friendly crypto. Antonio has experience in finance, operations, investments and technology audits. He holds a BS in Accounting and a BS in Computer Science. Being the technology auditor that understands the business has been very helpful in his career. Another important fact is that this is another LIVE episode! This time Black Tech Unplugged broa...
(Ep. 012) Camille Eddy Unplugged
April 25, 2018 11:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBOn episode 12 of Black Tech Unplugged I have the pleasure of interviewing Camille Eddy. Camille Eddy began working on advanced robotics during an internship at HP Inc’s headquarters in Palo Alto, California as a Machine Learning Intern. She continued to intern at X, formerly Google X, in their robotics initiative. And she is currently studying for a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Camille also speaks nationally on inclusion in the tech community and regularly writes on the topic....
(Ep. 012) Starting Off Your Career in Tech with Camille Eddy
April 25, 2018 11:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBOn episode 12 of Black Tech Unplugged I have the pleasure of interviewing Camille Eddy. Camille Eddy began working on advanced robotics during an internship at HP Inc’s headquarters in Palo Alto, California as a Machine Learning Intern. She continued to intern at X, formerly Google X, in their robotics initiative. And she is currently studying for a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Camille also speaks nationally on inclusion in the tech community and regularly writes on the topic....
Episode 012: Camille Eddy Unplugged
April 25, 2018 11:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBOn episode 12 of Black Tech Unplugged I have the pleasure of interviewing Camille Eddy. Camille Eddy began working on advanced robotics during an internship at HP Inc’s headquarters in Palo Alto, California as a Machine Learning Intern. She continued to intern at X, formerly Google X, in their robotics initiative. And she is currently studying for a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Camille also speaks nationally on inclusion in the tech community and regularly writes on the topic....
Ep 011: Dawn Dickson Unplugged
March 27, 2018 10:54 - 47 minutes - 37.9 MBOn episode 11 of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with the phenomenal Dawn Dickson. Known as a serial entrepreneur by most, her journey in tech is something unique. As a woman who’s always stayed ahead of the curve you’ll truly enjoy listening to Dawn’s journey through the tech industry thus far. In this episode we discuss: • How Dawn went from the newsroom to the tech industry • About Dawn's first tech company • How to adapt when you are ahead of your time • How to stay learning no matter what •...
(Ep. 011) Dawn Dickson Unplugged
March 27, 2018 10:54 - 47 minutes - 37.9 MBOn episode 11 of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with the phenomenal Dawn Dickson. Known as a serial entrepreneur by most, her journey in tech is something unique. As a woman who’s always stayed ahead of the curve you’ll truly enjoy listening to Dawn’s journey through the tech industry thus far. In this episode we discuss: • How Dawn went from the newsroom to the tech industry • About Dawn's first tech company • How to adapt when you are ahead of your time • How to stay learning no matter what •...
(Ep. 010) Felecia Hatcher-Pearson & Derick Pearson Unplugged
March 13, 2018 11:08 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBOn episode 10 of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with Felecia Hatcher-Pearson & Derick Pearson, husband/wife duo and creators of Black Tech Week (blacktechweek.com). Not only do we talk tech in this episode, but we also talk about how real life and tech truly correlate. Also, Derick & Felecia have created numerous businesses so of course we had to talk lessons and tips so future tech entrepreneurs can have an upper hand in the game! In this episode we discuss: • How Felecia & Derick got into the...
(Ep. 010) Black Tech Week Unplugged with Felecia Hatcher-Pearson & Derick Pearson
March 13, 2018 11:08 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBOn episode 10 of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with Felecia Hatcher-Pearson & Derick Pearson, husband/wife duo and creators of Black Tech Week (blacktechweek.com). Not only do we talk tech in this episode, but we also talk about how real life and tech truly correlate. Also, Derick & Felecia have created numerous businesses so of course we had to talk lessons and tips so future tech entrepreneurs can have an upper hand in the game! In this episode we discuss: • How Felecia & Derick got into the...
Ep. 010: Felecia Hatcher-Pearson & Derick Pearson Unplugged
March 13, 2018 11:08 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBOn episode 10 of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with Felecia Hatcher-Pearson & Derick Pearson, husband/wife duo and creators of Black Tech Week (blacktechweek.com). Not only do we talk tech in this episode, but we also talk about how real life and tech truly correlate. Also, Derick & Felecia have created numerous businesses so of course we had to talk lessons and tips so future tech entrepreneurs can have an upper hand in the game! In this episode we discuss: • How Felecia & Derick got into the...
Ep. 009: Ebony Lee Unplugged (Live Episode)
February 13, 2018 11:35 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBOn this very special episode of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with Ebony Lee, Senior Vice President of Strategic Development at Comcast Cable. Ebony provides business strategy, planning, and portfolio management for Comcast’s growth initiatives and strategic partnerships. In her role, Ebony works with internal and external partners to identify and evaluate new business ventures that can diversify and grow the business. Ebony joined Comcast in 2008 and was a founding team member of Comcast’s nex...
(Ep. 009) Ebony Lee Unplugged (Live Episode from Black Tech Week)
February 13, 2018 11:35 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBOn this very special episode of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with Ebony Lee, Senior Vice President of Strategic Development at Comcast Cable. Ebony provides business strategy, planning, and portfolio management for Comcast’s growth initiatives and strategic partnerships. In her role, Ebony works with internal and external partners to identify and evaluate new business ventures that can diversify and grow the business. Ebony joined Comcast in 2008 and was a founding team member of Comcast’s nex...
(Ep. 009) Ebony Lee Unplugged (Live Episode)
February 13, 2018 11:35 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBOn this very special episode of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with Ebony Lee, Senior Vice President of Strategic Development at Comcast Cable. Ebony provides business strategy, planning, and portfolio management for Comcast’s growth initiatives and strategic partnerships. In her role, Ebony works with internal and external partners to identify and evaluate new business ventures that can diversify and grow the business. Ebony joined Comcast in 2008 and was a founding team member of Comcast’s nex...
(Ep. 008) Digital Media Entrepreneurship with Fred Mwangaguhunga
January 11, 2018 15:10 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBOn this episode of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with Fred Mwangaguhunga, founder of the infamous website mediatakeout. Yes that's right the owner of THAT gossip site we've all read a time or two. You're probably wondering why is the founder of mediatakeout on a tech podcast... Well there's more to Fred than you would ever know, but you're gonna learn today! With a JD/MBA in Law from Colombia University, accompanied by an intuitive knack for business, Fred Mwangaguhunga made his opening imprint...
(Ep. 008) Fred Mwangaguhunga Unplugged
January 11, 2018 15:10 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBOn this episode of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with Fred Mwangaguhunga, founder of the infamous website mediatakeout. Yes that's right the owner of THAT gossip site we've all read a time or two. You're probably wondering why is the founder of mediatakeout on a tech podcast... Well there's more to Fred than you would ever know, but you're gonna learn today! With a JD/MBA in Law from Colombia University, accompanied by an intuitive knack for business, Fred Mwangaguhunga made his opening imprint...
Ep. 008: Fred Mwangaguhunga Unplugged
January 11, 2018 15:10 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBOn this episode of Black Tech Unplugged I chat with Fred Mwangaguhunga, founder of the infamous website mediatakeout. Yes that's right the owner of THAT gossip site we've all read a time or two. You're probably wondering why is the founder of mediatakeout on a tech podcast... Well there's more to Fred than you would ever know, but you're gonna learn today! With a JD/MBA in Law from Colombia University, accompanied by an intuitive knack for business, Fred Mwangaguhunga made his opening imprint...
Ep. 007: Black Tech Women Unplugged
November 17, 2017 15:13 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBOn this brand new episode of Black Tech Unplugged I had the pleasure of interviewing the women of Black Tech Women (BTW). If you haven't heard of the organization you are in for a treat! Black Tech Women began when founder, Anndrea Moore, saw a gap when it comes to diversity and inclusion in the tech industry. Everyone wants to be inclusive, but they forgot a certain group of people... BLACK WOMEN. After going back and forth with the idea Anndrea made the leap and started Black Tech Women, w...
(Ep. 007) Black Tech Women Unplugged
November 17, 2017 15:13 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBOn this brand new episode of Black Tech Unplugged I had the pleasure of interviewing the women of Black Tech Women (BTW). If you haven't heard of the organization you are in for a treat! Black Tech Women began when founder, Anndrea Moore, saw a gap when it comes to diversity and inclusion in the tech industry. Everyone wants to be inclusive, but they forgot a certain group of people... BLACK WOMEN. After going back and forth with the idea Anndrea made the leap and started Black Tech Women, w...
Ep. 006: Innovate Inclusion Unplugged
October 26, 2017 10:48 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBOn 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 diver...
(Ep. 006) Innovate Inclusion Unplugged
October 26, 2017 10:48 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBOn 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 diver...
(Ep. 006) Innovate Inclusion Unplugged with Jessica Yamoah
October 26, 2017 10:48 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBOn 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 diver...
(Ep. 005) Black Tech Mecca Unplugged (Part 2)
October 20, 2017 13:10 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBOn 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://blac...
Ep. 005: Black Tech Mecca Unplugged (Part 2)
October 20, 2017 13:10 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBOn 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://blac...
(Ep. 005) Black Tech Mecca Unplugged (Part 1)
October 12, 2017 03:03 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBOn 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-...
Ep. 005: Black Tech Mecca Unplugged (Part 1)
October 12, 2017 03:03 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBOn 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-...
Ep. 004: Rohan Gilkes Unplugged
September 14, 2017 13:36 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBRohan 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 No...
(Ep. 004) Rohan Gilkes Unplugged
September 14, 2017 13:36 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBRohan 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 No...
(Ep. 004) Innclusive Unplugged with Rohan Gilkes
September 14, 2017 13:36 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBRohan 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 No...