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🎤 Listen as Dr. Fallon Wilson and our CEO and President, Brenda Darden Wilkerson, discuss the power of resilience and the impact of Black women in tech. Their conversation is not just inspiring; it's a call to recognize and support the crucial contributions of Black women in shaping our digital world. #blackwomenintech #bthewayforward #techinnovation #diversitymatters #womenintech

Founders Forum: Finding Your Voice as a Black Female Founder 🗓️ 2nd of October 📍 AllBright townhouse Join award-winning B2B SaaS leader Simi L., and diversity trailblazer Dr Yvonne Thompson CBE DL FCL, RSA, RA, SGCW,KCL NED, as we discuss tips, tricks, and tools for making your voice heard, as black female founders working in predominantly male spaces. You’ll leave the discussion with the confidence to find your voice and make it heard. Here’s just a few of the points we’ll discuss: ➡️ How far our panel believe the industry has come in terms of creating space for women, particularly Black women. ➡️ Representation and increasing diversity in AI, communications and the music industry. ➡️ Building a successful brand. ➡️ Challenges and successes in our panel’s respective careers. ➡️ Supporting each other within our communities, to create a more diverse space across all industries. Women from every background are invited to this event, creating an inclusive and collaborative space where everyone can learn and grow together: https://lnkd.in/erw9McfM

🦁 FIG Friday 🦁 In 2022, I attended the ONE Million Black Women event at the Bellagio in my hometown of Las Vegas. It was a beautiful scene: Hundreds of Black women dressed to the nines, all for what appeared to be a good cause: getting ONE Million Black women to $1M in revenue. Seems noble, right? Sure. As I prowed between conversations, I landed on one that my disruptive nature couldn't help but contribute to. The speaker shared how the program curriculum was designed to help solopreneur Black women scale and grow their businesses so that they can have employees and drive greater economic impact in their respective communities. Cool. The gist of my question to the proud speaker was, "How are you preparing women for the responses they're bound to receive, stating they're only winning or receiving XXYYZZ because they're Black?" Blank stare. I rephrased. "I'm a Black woman, and I won't accept losing a business opportunity to someone else based on skin color. Especially if I know I'm more qualified and have a better offer or solution. Why should non-Black women be ok with this?" Stunned face. You see, I was out of character. As a Black woman, I'm supposed to roll with whatever the "greater" narrative is--well, that simply doesn't work for me. Another reason I am LOUDLY and PROUDLY anti-woke. I will support initiatives recognizing disparity and implement systems and processes to correct it. I will not support divisiveness under the guise of inclusion. And I certainly cannot stand by someone who is setting me up to fail or virtue signaling. And as a businesswoman, I will NEVER support anything that causes me to lose so someone else can win because of my race or gender. We shouldn't expect this from anyone. This was more than two years ago, and look at how rapidly the conversation changed. Disinvestment in DEI is on the rise, so is the resentment and people are scared to call out things they know are right. Truth is, we can do better, which is another reason why I am anti-woke, but pro-inclusion. What are your thoughts? Happy Friday.

Four years ago, a vision was born—to create a space where Black women in tech could come together, support one another, and shatter the glass ceilings of an industry where they have been historically underrepresented. Today,Black Girls in Tech has grown into so much more than a community—it’s a movement! Over the past four years, BGIT has empowered thousands of Black women to thrive in tech, whether they’re just starting their journey or leading groundbreaking innovations. We’ve seen stories of resilience, determination, and excellence. Through coding bootcamps, mentorship programs, networking events, and industry partnerships, BGIT has not only provided opportunities but also created a family that uplifts and inspires. As we reflect on our incredible journey, here’s to celebrating some of our biggest wins: 🚀 Amplifying Black voices: We’ve created platforms where Black women can share their stories, experiences, and insights, showcasing their talent and brilliance in an industry that needs more diverse perspectives. 💡 Creating opportunities: Through scholarships, job placements, and career development programs, we’ve opened doors for countless women to break into tech fields ranging from software engineering to data science, cybersecurity, and more. 🤝 Building powerful networks: BGIT is more than just a professional network—it’s a sisterhood where everyone belongs. We’ve fostered mentorship and collaboration across continents, connecting women with industry leaders and peers who are committed to their success. 💻 Driving tech innovation: Our members are not just participants in the tech world—they are leaders and creators, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in areas like AI, fintech, digital health, and beyond. But we’re not slowing down! We’re kicking off our 4th year with a bang, and we’ve got some exciting announcements coming your way this week !

Great to see the response to my post yesterday, so here goes... I have led Black Ballad to work with some incredible and global brands that include Google, Just Eat, Garnier and more to produce some incredible campaigns and experiences for black women. Believe it or not, we have NEVER worked with a bank for a partnership. Yet, when we asked black women for their biggest priority in 2024, the most common response was improving their finances. From investing and buying property, nailing financial basics, money management was the NUMBER 1 focus for our audience in 2024 and it is looking to be the number one priority for our audience in 2025. So I would love to know the brands (especially banks and money apps) want to reach, engage and understand black women in 2025 and would see the value in working with Black Ballad to execute this. In 2025, we will have a focus on: Money Careers Health Beauty Motherhood/Parenting Tag or DM the brands, brand managers who SHOULD be working with Black Ballad and I. Cheers!

I’m honored to be recognized as one of DMV’s Women Who Impact at this year’s Black Women Equal Pay Conference🔥 As I reflect on what this honor means, I am more committed than ever to disrupting Black entrepreneurship in a major way. At Barter Black®, we’re creating a space for entrepreneurs to work together, build sustainable businesses, and achieve milestones like: 1️⃣Building a dream team without draining cash flow 2️⃣Expanding into new markets by leveraging expert services 3️⃣Spending more time with family while your business thrives 4️⃣Turning side hustles into full-time, sustainable ventures 5️⃣Gaining visibility and landing high-ticket clients and MORE We’re more than a platform—we’re a community. Together, we can build the modern Black Wall Street powered by technology and collaboration. Join me for two upcoming events: ✨Happy Hour at Hotel Zena on Thursday, September 19th (FREE) ✨Black Women Equal Pay Conference on September 20th (use code JOIN50 for 50% off your ticket!) https://lnkd.in/emeJ5vM3 Let’s grow together. #WomenWhoImpact #BlackWomenEqualPay #BarterBlack #Entrepreneurship #BlackWallStreet #CommunityFirst

Black Tech Legends: Their Stories, Your Inspiration! #BlackHistoryMonth Throughout February, let's shine a light on the brilliance of Black men and women who paved the way for the tech world we know today. ✊🏿Our journey this week will be fueled by: Their stories, your inspiration Imagine a young Katherine Johnson, defying racial and gender barriers to calculate trajectories that sent humans to space. Picture Mark Dean, whose algorithms power Google Search, connecting the world's information at our fingertips. These are just two of the countless Black minds who pushed boundaries and changed the game. This week, we honor their legacies by: * **Celebrating** their groundbreaking achievements and impact. * **Exploring** their stories of resilience and innovation. * **Uncovering** the hidden figures who deserve recognition. * **Finding** inspiration to fuel your own RISE in the tech industry. So, get ready to be amazed, empowered, and motivated! Share your favorite Black tech heroes in the comments below. Let's honor their legacies by building upon them together. #RISEREBUILDRECODE #BlackExcellence #TechCareers #Motivation #justiceimpacted #lovexsquared

When I started building AMAKA, finding tangible insights about Black women in Africa and the diaspora was so tough. The secondary data was scarce. I conducted several interviews myself (and with my sisters LOL) to help fill the gap. I promised myself that once I launched AMAKA I would dedicate time to executing annual consumer reports to help small businesses like AMAKA access a wider range of data on diverse audiences. Our community has grown to over 45,000 subscribers and followers across email and socials, and we've teamed up with the world's top brands. That's because we've been all about leveraging data to create campaigns and stories that connect with this community. That's why we rolled out "Black Women in the U.S.: Navigating Dual Cultures and Shaping Futures." We gathered insights from over 600 Black women in the US, diving deep into culture and consumer trends. While I think this should resonate with all marketers, I think it's especially beneficial for up-and-coming beauty and lifestyle businesses looking to get closer to Black women and to build more solid social campaigns and marketing plans. Check out the report here: https://lnkd.in/db36pcxf Of course, if you'd like to connect and learn more about AMAKA, please feel free to DM me :)

Let's chat about a hot topic in the industry right now. The recent allegations against Cetaphil, accused of [allegedly] replicating a TikTok concept by a Black creator (@sharavinaaa) and her stepfather for their Super Bowl ad, spotlight a recurring narrative of invisibility and exploitation of black women in our industry. This incident isn't isolated; it reflects an ongoing issue of disregard and misappropriation in our industry. When content is stolen from a marginalized group, the implications are far-reaching and deeply harmful. Here are just a few ways it hurts them: 👉🏾 Loss of Income: Creators often rely on their unique content for income. When their work is taken, they lose potential earnings. 👉🏾 Erasure of Credit: Without proper acknowledgment, creators miss out on recognition that can lead to future opportunities. 👉🏾 Cultural Disrespect: Using someone's cultural expressions without understanding or respecting their background adds to the cycle of cultural appropriation. 👉🏾 Stifled Voices: Marginalized creators may feel discouraged from sharing their work, fearing it will be taken again. 👉🏾 Damaged Trust: The trust between the creative community and the industry gets broken, making collaboration harder. 👉🏾 Unfair Advantage: Those who take the content unfairly benefit from the creativity and insights of marginalized groups without doing the work. This only creates a ripple effect of black women getting pushed out of an industry that uses us as a blueprint. To address this, we must come together as a community to ensure that all creators are respected and fairly compensated for their work. At Black Women Marketers, we believe black women deserve recognition for their innovation. We are intentional in how we curate a safe space for Black women in marketing, where we champion the protection of intellectual property and advocate for rightful acknowledgment. It's about more than just giving credit; it's about fostering a culture of respect, supporting equitable practices, and amplifying diverse voices within our industry. By doing so, we can help put an end to the cycle and build a more just and inclusive marketing space. What are your thoughts? SOURCE: https://lnkd.in/gqh9TPis #BlackCreativesMatter