Tanisha A. James

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Welcome to Black Tech Saturdays in Detroit, where we are fostering a culture of innovation and imagination to support the growth of Black tech. Our mission is to create community wealth by sharing knowledge, building a strong community, and celebrating Black Joy. We believe that the success of Black tech requires a diverse range of perspectives, and thats why were committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in everything we do. Our goal is to create an environment that supports the growth of high-growth companies, quality jobs, and opportunities for everyone in the community. At Black Tech Saturdays, we are guided by the principles of Equitech and believe that diversity of teams, leadership, and perspectives is a force multiplier for tech company growth. By bringing together a diverse community of entrepreneurs, innovators, and technologists, we can build a vibrant ecosystem that supports the growth of Black tech. We understand that building a thriving tech community takes intention, purpose, and imagination. Thats why were committed to providing opportunities for learning, networking, and celebrating Black Joy. Our events are designed to bring together people from diverse backgrounds to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships. Join us for Black Tech Saturdays in Detroit and be a part of a community that is creating positive change and building a brighter future for Black tech. Together, we can harness the power of innovation and imagination to create a more equitable, just, and prosperous society for all.

Ai Universal (AiU) is a mission driven, human-centric, artificial intelligence (AI) innovation and education company empowering individuals, corporate leaders, social impact organizations and institutions to connect, learn and effectively harness the power of AI to enhance human potential and maximize organizational effectiveness. We are building the infrastructure for equitable AI understanding and adoption through: intelligent SaaS tools that automate high-value nonprofit workflows, adaptable AI organizational transformation workshops, an insightful podcast that makes AI learning fun and accessible, as well as a vibrant community engagement platform providing individualized, next-generation AI trainings, micro-certifications and more.

The Council for Court Excellence (CCE) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that works to improve the administration of justice to ensure civil and criminal justice systems that equitably serve the residents of the District of Columbia. We accomplish these goals by conducting research, identifying and promoting justice system reforms, convening important stakeholders to advance change, and increasing public understanding and support of our justice system. As a catalyst for change for almost 40 years, CCE has led a wide variety of research, advocacy, and educational projects to improve the local justice system. We bring together diverse groups of stakeholders to identify gaps in performance, determining and outlining solutions, and ensuring that these ideas become a reality. We often complete projects in one of our four programmatic committees: Criminal Justice, Civil Justice, Youth Justice, and Justice Education. Some of our projects strengthen laws and policies, building better justice for all. Some shine a light on systemic problems or possibilities for innovation. We encourage individuals to understand the justice system and empower them to improve it. CCE has built a substantial record of improving the District’s justice system and educating the public to promote better understanding of and build confidence in the justice system. We have published and distributed over 370,000 copies of community education guides related to D.C.’s court processes and legal tools available to residents. Additionally, CCE has been the moving force behind rethinking the future of corrections in the city, the adoption of the one day/one trial jury system in D.C. Superior Court, modernization of trial and grand jury systems, reform of D.C.’s administrative adjudication system, improvements in child neglect and abuse cases, expansion of crime victims’ rights, and adoption of criminal record-sealing laws, among others efforts guided by thoughtful research and coalition building.

AWSM SCTY (“awesome society”) is a new nomination-based, local membership org formed to amplify success & deflect inbound attacks to derive greater value from tech, faster.

Venture capital is more than funding—it’s a catalyst for economic opportunity. At BLCK VC, we equip Black investors with the expertise, networks, and capital they need to lead the next wave of innovation. By broadening who gets to participate in VC, we unlock new pathways to prosperity, cultivate tomorrow’s leaders, and fortify communities nationwide. BLCK VC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that equips Black investors with the access, education, and community they need to accelerate their careers in venture capital. Venture firms in the United States invest over $130 billion annually, however, Black investors have systematically been excluded from mobilizing this capital. Today, only 3% of venture capital investors are Black; additionally, only 2% of partners–individuals that make investment decisions–at venture firms are Black. In recent years, venture capital has only scratched the surface of its potential. BLCK VC is on a mission to turn it into a true engine of generational wealth and innovation—cultivating new leaders, unlocking capital for untapped talent, and expanding access to the networks and resources that drive tomorrow’s breakthroughs.

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