“In the land of VCs these two Latinx members choose to break the mold”.
When Co-Founders and Co-Presidents Maria Salamanca and Rami Reyes founded LatinxVC they wanted to not only change the tech industry but overcome the statistic that only 2 percent of partner-level development professionals were Hispanic as reported by the Pew Research Center. Early in his career, Reyes found himself in a situation when he was a […]
“Google awards $100K in funding to secure diversity in tech industry.”
The emergence of COVID-19 brought a lot of deterrents in development, careers, and our personal lives. But with those negatives, there were some positives. We learned new ways to connect with each other. Devin Dixon is one of those people who are bringing about positivity during these challenging times. An entrepreneur, tech developer, and community […]
UTC 2021 Speakers Share More Thought Leadership
Urban Tech Connect 2021 recently brought us powerful insights and inspiring stories from across the innovation ecosystem. Momentum from the virtual three-day conference hasn’t let up one bit since. Currently the Plug In South LA team is developing on-demand video, digital swag, discounts, and other unique benefits for attendees. If you haven’t already, join our […]
What the World’s Most Powerful Accelerator Seeks in Founders featuring Michael Seibel, Y Combinator
Y Combinator’s Michael Seibel talks about emerging startup trends, the best advice he’s been given, and what the accelerator looks for in early-stage founders.
Go Time: Urban Tech Connect 2021 Wraps with an Inspiring Look Ahead
Powerful insights, valuable new connections, inspiring stories, transformative workshops, next-level mentorship — Urban Tech Connect // Forward 2021 had it all. Day 3 of the virtual conference featured office hours powered by Verizon, a networking lunch powered by ChowNow, Expo booths and on-demand videos, a workshop on tightening your pitch, plus a workshop presenting practical […]
No Sugar-Coating It: How I Grew My Company with Morgan DeBaun, Founder & CEO of Blavity Inc.
Blavity Founder and CEO, Morgan DeBaun, built one of the largest media startups and lifestyles for Black Millennials. She reveals how.
Get Set: Urban Tech Connect 2021 Digs Deep on Day 2
Southern California’s premier tech conference, Urban Tech Connect // Forward 2021, continued with lively, insightful, and informative sessions. Day 2 of the virtual conference featured office hours powered by PledgeLA, a networking lunch powered by ChowNow, an expo with booths and on-demand videos, an investor workshop about uncovering new VC opportunities, and a Lens Studio […]
On You Mark: Urban Tech Connect 2021 Begins
Urban Tech Connect // Forward 2021 kicked off with energetic conversations and valuable insights for attendees from across the tech ecosystem. Day 1 of the virtual three-day conference included engaging on-demand sessions, office hours powered by Mailchimp, a networking lunch powered by ChowNow, and informative workshops. The first day also featured these fantastic live sessions: […]
Urban Tech Connect 2021 Speakers Answer Five Quick Questions
Are you ready? The virtual Urban Tech Connect // Forward conference begins Tuesday, May 18. We asked our incredible speakers five quick questions to get to know them better. They came back with valuable advice, timely professional insights, and tips on the tools they use: Day 1 Cheryl Contee, Chief Innovation Officer, The Impact Seat […]
What Y Combinator’s Michael Seibel Looks for in a Founder
Meet Urban Tech Connect // Forward speaker Michael Seibel. He isn’t just group partner and managing director of the startup accelerator Y Combinator. He’s also a well-known VC investor, advisor, and entrepreneur who co-founded the Twitch forerunner Justin.tv and the social-video startup Socialcam. Last year Seibel became the first Black member on Reddit’s board, replacing […]