Black Orlando Tech (BOT), is a nonprofit organization that is committed to accelerating minority economic advancement through workforce, small business, and socioeconomic development by increasing the awareness, activities, network, and resources for local minorities who pursue careers or entrepreneurship in technology. BOT's vision is to train and inspire 10,000 minorities in Central Florida to enter tech by 2025. Our long term strategy is to create a growing social mechanism which contributes to the growth of minorities within tech through grassroots and direct-to-community activities. This includes cultivating partnerships with businesses, academia, professional and government organizations, facilitating safe, solution-orientated dialogue and programming, and developing pipelines for minorities to leverage career and entrepreneurial resources. Our aim to improve the intellectual and skills-centric talent base within the minority community and provide a highly valuable framework to increase output and equity within some of the currently underrepresented and historically distressed communities in Central Florida. Our organization is very active in the community and engages in activities that spark collaboration, creativity, innovation, practicality, feasibility, viability, and accountability. We work closely with other organizations to share resources, build valuable relationships and collaborate on initiatives that focus and impact the community. All of these serve as ingredients to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion. By increasing our local footprint, producing and managing successful programs, we will ensure that we become effective at connecting aspiring minority tech professionals and entrepreneurs with the mechanisms and resources they need to successfully enter into the tech space.
External link for Black Orlando Tech
1001 North Orange Ave
Orlando, FL 32801, US
Joey Wallace, an experienced IP attorney is joining us on Thursday, October 24 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at CREDO Conduit to educate us on patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. Additionally, you'll walk away with what the process is to obtain a patent, filing strategies and practical considerations.
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🚀 Take your leadership skills to the next level with Marq Neasman, Sr on Thursday, Nov 7 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at CREDO Conduit. 🔎 Identifying people's behaviors by using the DISC assessment tool to create effective teams through better communication, increased productivity and collaborative team work. See you there and bring a friend! #leadership #professionaldevelopment #free #workshop #orlando
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🚀 Meet Taylor Shead, the dynamic CEO and Founder of Stemuli! 🌟 Stemuli is redefining education with innovative AI-driven solutions that enhance student engagement and success. 📚🤖 #EducationInnovation #AIinEducation #StudentEngagement #TechForGood #InnovativeEducation
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🤖 Concerned about Ai? Come join us for an enlightening discussion surrounding Ai tools, ethics and minority representation with Reneze Trim on Thursday, October 10 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at The Conduit. Food and drinks are provided. Please RSVP on Eventbrite so we can provide proper accommodations and continue quality programming through reporting to our sponsors. https://lnkd.in/e7DrbNRN #ai #ethics #orlando #events #tech
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🤖 Did you know? 75% of consumers believe organizations should ensure AI technologies are ethical and unbiased, yet only 25% have formal frameworks in place! 😦 Join us tomorrow for an eye-opening discussion on AI ethics with Reneze Trim and learn how we can shape a responsible tech future. Don't miss out! 💙🌟 RSVP at https://lnkd.in/eGJrbbCT #AIethics #BlackOrlandoTech #FutureOfTech #OrlandoEvents #TechResponsibility
💼 Introducing Elise Smith, the powerhouse behind Praxis Labs! 🌐 Her work focuses on immersive learning experiences that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. 🌈💪 #PraxisLabs #DiversityInclusion #ImmersiveLearning #WorkplaceDiversity #EquityAtWork #InclusiveWorkplace #DiversityMatters
For the safety of everyone during Hurricane Milton, we have postponed Ai Ethics. The new date is Thursday, October 17. Same Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm Same Location: The Conduit We hope that you stay safe, and look forward to seeing you next week.
🤖 Concerned about Ai? Come join us for an enlightening discussion surrounding Ai tools, ethics and minority representation with Reneze Trim on Thursday, October 10 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at The Conduit. Food and drinks are provided. Please RSVP on Eventbrite so we can provide proper accommodations and continue quality programming through reporting to our sponsors. https://lnkd.in/e7DrbNRN #ai #ethics #orlando #events #tech
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🎉 Say hello to Ana Cabral, the creative force behind Baruk! 🌟 Baruk is transforming the fashion industry with its unique blend of sustainable practices and cutting-edge design. 👗🌍 #AnaCabral #BarukFashion #SustainableStyle #EthicalFashion #FashionInnovation #FashionDesign
Congratulations to Our 2024 Launchpad Liftoff Pitch Competition Winners! 🎉 We are beyond excited to announce the winners of this year's competition, which showcases the incredible innovation and talent from our community of underrepresented tech founders! 🏆 1st Place – $10,000 Soarce | Mason Mincey 🥈 2nd Place – $5,000 Simplix | Wilfredo.. Lassalle Jr. 🥉 3rd Place – $2,500 Crypto Tutors | Nina Blankenship Lisa Fancyfied Francoeur 🇭🇹 Thank you to all the amazing startups who participated, including our partner, KoFound.Co, our judges, Katleen Francois, Bryan Young, Dr. Laine Powell, and Rupert Meghnot, and our sponsors, Orange County Government and Innovus Innovation Center. We’re excited to see where you go next and continue supporting your journeys! Let’s keep uplifting and innovating together! ⭐️ #LaunchpadLiftoff #BlackOrlandoTech #TechEntrepreneurs #PitchCompetition #InnovateForward #TechStartUp #Orlando
We’re thrilled to partner with Orlando Innovation League and Orlando Devs for an exclusive event leading up to Startup Weekend Orlando 2024—a must-attend for entrepreneurs, innovators, and tech enthusiasts! 🙌 💡 Curious about how companies are formed and accelerated right here in Orlando? Want to connect with local experts and learn from the best? This is your chance to ask questions, gain valuable insights, and get inspired to take your ideas to the next level. ✨ Meet one of our very own, Safia Porter, Executive Director of Black Orlando Tech, as she joins a prestigious panel to share her journey and expertise in tech, entrepreneurship, and advocacy for underrepresented communities. 🔗 RSVP now and join us on this incredible journey: https://lnkd.in/gNJKB9dU #OrlandoInnovation #StartupWeekendOrlando #BlackOrlandoTech #Entrepreneurship #DiversityInTech #TechForGood #WomenInTech #OrlandoDevs