Techquity
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Techquity is a unique platform for tech innovators to engage in knowledge-building for the advancement of racial and gender equity in Minnesota’s tech sector. This events provide visibility for entrepreneurs from underrepresented backgrounds, and united action toward growing the tech sector and the economy in an inclusive and sustainable way for future generations to come.
This is a free event, but you must register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/techquity-building-an-inclusive-tech-economy-tickets-45923424198?aff=es2
WHAT TO EXPECT:
6:00 - 6:25 Networking
6:25 - 6:30 Welcome Council Member Tolbert
6:30 - 7:30 Breaking the Mold: Conversation with Mayor Carter and Minnesota’s Techstars of Color: Clarence Bethea (Founder/CEO of Upsie), Tyree Banks (Founder/CEO of Player’s Health), and James (Founder/CEO of Spark DJ) / facilitated by Sharon Kennedy Vickers
7:30 - 8:30 Investing in and Creating an Inclusive Tech Economy: Angel Investing (David Russick), Accelerators (Brett Brohl), Investing (Jim D’Aquila), Venture Capital (Anton Vincent) and Making Space and Place ( Scott Burns) facilitated by Clarence Bethea
Techquity