
2017 National Urban League TechConnect
Event Information
Description
TechConnect
Join us for networking and panel discussions with top executives in technology and explore the intersections between technology, race and social change.
This FREE two-day event, being held Thursday, July 27th and Friday, July 28th, will feature networking opportunities, and panel discussions from top executives in technology.
COST
Register for these events is FREE
TECHCONNECT SCHEDULE
Thursday, July 27th | 5:00pm-7:00pm
Join us for Professional Thursday, the ultimate Afterwork Mixer!
featuring Chubb Rock, Dana Dane, Monie Love, Kwame, and Special Ed!
PANEL DISCUSSIONS
Friday, July 28th
Thought leaders and industry experts discuss various topics including emerging technologies, career opportunities in tech, and thriving in the tech space as a person of color
PANEL TOPICS:
Innovating with Inclusion: Advocating for Diversity & Why It Matters | 11:30am
Inclusion is essential to innovation. Yet minorities continue to be underrepresented in the fastest growing, highest paying industry of tech. Our panelists discuss how they are striving to change the status quo and the impact that inclusive environments have on the tech ecosystem. Curated by Walker's Legacy
One-on-One Conversation with Shareef Abdul Malik (We Buy Black) | 12:30pm
How To Build, Manage and Monetize Your Social Influence with Arsha Jones (Brand, Build, Sell) | 12:50pm
Influencers are leading the way in content creation and big brands looking to authentically connect with consumers are following. Whether you have 100 or 100,000 followers, branding expert Arsha Jones will share how to increase your influence and use your social power to monetize your brand.
The New Wave: African American Influencers in Digital Media and Entertainment | 1:30pm
African American consumers are transforming the digital landscape by leading the way with content curation and distribution on multiple platforms. Disruption in broadcasting, print and the recording industries has created a new and exciting frontier. Hear what’s new and what’s next from our panel of influencers from media, music and entertainment on the front lines of this innovation.
(Schedule is subject to change)
For more information about the event, please visit http://conference.iamempowered.com/saint-louis-2017/techconnect.