What we’re about
Welcome to the Obsidi® Tech Talks!
Obsidi® Tech Talks is a free virtual, hybrid, or in-person event series hosted by the Black Professionals in Tech Network, home of Obsidi®.
It's your opportunity to unlock career opportunities, build industry connections, and take your career to the next level by connecting with a community of Black tech professionals who want to support you!
Attendee Benefits:
Connect with Tech Recruiters & Hiring Managers
Did you know that tech recruiters and hiring managers are present at each of our Obsidi® Tech Talks and are looking to hire Black professionals like you?
Learn New Skills & Enrich Your Network
With a growing network of 90K+ Black tech professionals, Obsidi ® Tech Talks allows you to connect with people in different fields of practice and industries with the knowledge you need to advance your career.
Access Jobs & Untapped Opportunities
Each Obsidi® Tech Talk connects you with seasoned professionals who can enrich your network and help you discover untapped opportunities.
What are you waiting for? Sign up for all of our future Obisidi® Tech Talks now!
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Network event1 attendee from 4 groups hostingScaling Smart: Growing Your Startup with Limited ResourcesLink visible for attendees
You don’t need millions to build momentum—just the right mindset, strategy, and team.
In this Obsidi® Tech Talk, we’re bringing together engineers and entrepreneurs who’ve done the hard thing: scaled startups without deep pockets, big teams, or endless time. Whether you're bootstrapping your first product, navigating MVP development, or figuring out how to stretch every dollar—you’ll get real-world insights from people who’ve lived it.
🎯 What you'll learn:
- How to prioritize product features when time and money are tight
- Building lean, scalable tech stacks without sacrificing quality
- Smart hiring: when to bring on engineers, co-founders, or freelancers
- The role of technical debt—and how to avoid it early
- Fundraising vs. revenue: when to chase capital and when to focus on cash flow
If you're an early-stage founder, solo engineer, or aspiring tech entrepreneur, this session will help you scale without burnout or broken budgets.
📅 Date: August 25, 2025
💻 Virtual & free to attend - Network event1 attendee from 4 groups hostingCurious, Capable, and Climbing: Insights from the Early Career TrenchesLink visible for attendees
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: HydroOneSecure your spot—and learn how to turn your start into something remarkable.
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 - Vision Tech MTLMontreal, Montreal, QC
Vision Tech MTL – Porté par Intact, propulsé par la communauté
Présenté par Obsidi® et Intact, cet événement célèbre l’innovation, le leadership et la richesse des parcours. Ici, on parle vrai : des conversations stratégiques, des connexions humaines et une vision partagée d’un avenir technologique plus équitable.
Cet événement signature réunit es talents de la communauté Noire, alliés et décideurs pour explorer la tech sous un nouveau prisme : inclusif, audacieux et local.
📎 Conversations honnêtes sur les tendances technologiques, les réalités internes et les vraies opportunités de progression
Accès à des leaders qui partagent leurs visions, leurs décisions et les coulisses du changement
📍Adresse communiquée uniquement aux invité·es confirmé·es
Date: 18 septembre 2025 Heure : 17 h à 19 h
Parce qu’un écosystème technologique inclusif est le moteur de la vraie innovation. - Network event1 attendee from 4 groups hostingFunding Fundamentals: Securing Resources to Fuel Your VisionLink visible for attendees
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
🔗 Register via Obsidi® → CLICK HERE
