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2017 National Urban League TechConnect

by National Urban League

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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.

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TECHCONNECT SCHEDULE

Thursday, July 27th | 5:00pm-7:00pm

Join us for Professional Thursday, the ultimate Afterwork Mixer!

Meet and network with recruiters, business professionals, tech influencers and creatives from across the country. This event will also feature the Women Trailblazers Shaping The Future Of Tech panel discussion as leading ladies in technology discuss the current state of technology, innovation, and inclusion. We will also be giving away tickets to Urban League Live: Old School Hip Hop Concert
featuring Chubb Rock, Dana Dane, Monie Love, Kwame, and Special Ed!

Presented by Chevrolet and curated by Walker's Legacy.

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Walker's Legacy

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

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.