Obsidi® Tech Talks - Black Tech Professionals Houston, Texas

Curious, Capable, and Climbing: Insights from the Early Career Trenches

Your first few years in tech can shape the entire trajectory of your career—if you know how to navigate them with purpose. Titles may be entry-level, but the learning, challenges, and opportunities are anything but basic.

This virtual Obsidi® Tech Talk is a candid conversation with Black tech professionals and allies who are growing their careers from the ground up. You’ll hear how they’ve approached mentorship, mastered the learning curve, and found ways to stay curious, capable, and committed—even when the path isn’t linear.

Whether you're just starting out or supporting someone who is, this session offers a real-world look into the early-career hustle—complete with lessons learned, detours taken, and the mindsets that make a difference.

🎯 What you’ll gain:

📍Real talk on navigating your first tech role and beyond
📍Tactics for learning fast and showing up with confidence
📍Tips for building relationships that open doors
📍Perspective on how to grow where you are—and when to pivot

🗓️ When: September 16, 2025 | 6:30–8:00 PM ET
🎙️ Presented by: HydroOne

Secure your spot—and learn how to turn your start into something remarkable.

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Event Agenda
6:30 – 6:50 PM ET · Obsidi® Welcome
6:50 – 7:50 PM ET · Panel Discussion & Q&A
7:50 – 8:00 PM ET · Closing Comments

Join us for an exclusive Obsidi® Tech Talk presented by BMO, designed for all professionals eager to build meaningful career momentum.

In this interactive panel discussion, BMO leaders from across the bank will share their personal journeys, lessons learned, and insider strategies for navigating today’s dynamic job market. Whether you’re aiming to accelerate in your current role, pivot into a new discipline, or completely reimagine your career path, this conversation will equip you with the tools, mindset, and inspiration to thrive.

Expect candid storytelling, and a behind-the-scenes look at the diverse career opportunities and paths within the banking and tech ecosystem. Walk away energized with new strategies you can immediately apply to your growth journey—plus a deeper understanding of how to unlock career possibilities at BMO.

Who Should Attend?

• Emerging and mid-career professionals curious about career growth strategies.
• Those considering a career pivot or transition into new industries (including tech and financial services).
• Anyone seeking practical tools and real-life inspiration to build resilience and growth in their career journey.

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Funding Fundamentals: Securing Resources to Fuel Your Vision

You’ve got the vision. Now it’s time to fund it.

Whether you’re bootstrapping your startup, applying for your first grant, or gearing up to pitch investors, understanding how to fund your business is key to sustainable growth.

In this Obsidi® Tech Talk—powered by Black Engineers Canada—we’re bringing together financial strategists, investors, and founders to break down the complex funding landscape into actionable insights. You’ll leave with the clarity and confidence to take your next step—whether that’s applying for a grant, refining your pitch deck, or finally saying “yes” to outside capital.

🎯 What you’ll learn:

• Which funding path is right for your business: grants, bootstrapping, angels, or VCs
• How to build a compelling financial model that attracts investors
• What funders actually look for in early-stage startups
• How to build long-term relationships with VCs, grant agencies, and angel investors

This session is perfect for:

• Early-stage startup founders and solopreneurs
• Engineers transitioning into entrepreneurship
• Builders preparing for pre-seed or seed rounds
• Anyone struggling to identify the right funding opportunities

📅 November 2025 | Hosted virtually
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