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A passion area for Shannae Ingleton-Smith has blossomed into a 6-year-old talent management firm prioritizing diverse creators. Ingleton-Smith understands the nuances of the creator economy, having worked as an influencer who was earning revenue and steadily securing more deals. She also co-led a Facebook group with a close friend that helped Black creators learn how to advocate for themselves and negotiate opportunities. This even led to a mention by a Forbes writer who highlighted the significant revenue creators were generating through the group. In addition, while actively working in a corporate role, Ingleton-Smith began receiving requests from creators to become their manager. “I was working full time, and I had a job. And I was just like, ‘I’m just doing this for fun. I’m learning and I like helping people. I don’t expect to be paid doing this.’ That was my mentality initially,” she said in an interview with AFROTECH™. “Then I think after the fourth or fifth person asked me...
If you’ve ever casually flipped through the television channels in search of something to watch, you probably already have a cursory knowledge of Tyler Perry’s massive TV empire . The writer, director, producer and actor has spent the last two decades absolutely dominating the film and television world, with such acclaimed projects as “Why Did I Get Married,” “I Can Do Bad All By Myself” and more recently, “Beauty In Black.” Perry has brokered exclusive deals with entertainment giants including Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, and has even opened a massive studio facility in Atlanta, which spans over 330 acres. The New Orleans native has also spoken at length about his mission to support Black actors, writers and filmmakers through his expanding empire, even serving as a mentor to 50 Cent . Since Tyler Perry has become such an enormous part of the Hollywood system, it only makes sense that fans far and wide have started searching for ways to get involved. Luckily, we’ve got the...
Corporate Executive Justin Grant wants to see more Black executives sponsor people within their community. Sponsorship allows an individual in a higher position than you to advocate for you in rooms with the goal of helping your career reach new heights, unlike mentorship , which typically is intended for skill building and obtaining more knowledge. “You want your boss’s peers in other departments to know who you are and to be in your network and to be folks that will, when your name comes up, when they’re deciding who to promote or who to give the bigger bonus to. ‘Yeah, I know that person. I vouch for them.’ So I think that’s the distinction,” Grant said on the “Black Tech Green Money” podcast hosted by AFROTECH™ Brand Manager Will Lucas. Grant credits three white individuals for serving as executive sponsors throughout his career and speaks to an alarming trend that he witnessed that has prompted a call to action. He notes that Black executives have been less inclined to open...
Vista Equity Partners Chairman and CEO Robert F. Smith believes diversity will overcome. As AFROTECH™ previously told you, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts are being dismantled, causing a ripple effect across various sectors. According to a news release, the White House issued executive orders to end all DEI practices in the federal workforce and in federal contracting and spending. This resulted in federal employees in DEI roles being placed on paid leave. A Maryland federal judge has since blocked portions of Trump’s executive orders, including a halt on federal contracts tied to DEI and restrictions on private companies with DEI programs, according to JD Supra. Furthermore, some companies have shifted their policies to align with the Trump administration, which some attribute to political pressures from conservative groups and figures such as Robby Starbuck. Companies that have adopted anti-DEI agendas include Target, which led to the retail giant being sued by its...
AFROTECH™ Conference 2024 in Houston, TX, was packed with powerful conversations, spotlighting trailblazers across tech, business, and culture. Day 3 of the four-day conference, which wrapped on Nov. 16, 2024, featured several dynamic discussions, including a fireside chat with actress, activist, and tech entrepreneur Angelica Ross . The “Pose” actress led an inspiring talk on creating access and opportunities for LGBTQIA+ talent in tech. Photo Credit: Benjamin Esakof “Unfortunately, what happens is America loves symbols of change and not real change. So they will pluck a few of us out of obscurity and make it look like change is happening. And now everybody who’s trans can kind of live this great life,” Ross shared. “But what you realize is, for the most part, celebrity separates us from reaching it. It no longer seems as accessible. So I have to model from my own experience and with TransTech that I’m someone who became successful. I also have to teeter this line to show what it...
In today’s workplace, finding the right mentors and sponsors can be the difference between success and failure when it comes to one’s career trajectory, especially for up-and-coming Black and Latinx professionals. Bloomberg, a company known for providing ongoing learning and development opportunities for its employees, emphasizes the importance of these relationships through a variety of mentorship and leadership development programs. The company’s supportive environment empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work, fostering both personal and professional growth. The Bloomberg Difference Jennifer Salaam, a Technical Program Manager in Bloomberg’s Engineering department, highlights what makes Bloomberg a standout employer for Black and Latinx professionals. “The variety of challenges and opportunities at Bloomberg keeps you on your toes,” she explains. “The support offered by the various Communities (employee resource groups) across the firm means that there are others...
The current job market is an interesting space to navigate. From identifying the correct position to aligning with the potential salary, searching for a job is likened to an Olympic sport. However, the resume is one tool that can determine the success of the job search. And building a resume can come with a ton of questions and unknowns. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Talent Infusion (@talent.infusion) How long should your resume be? Are all of your past experiences relevant to your work? What format should the resume be in, and do you include references on the document? Because of the different opinions about listing references, many job seekers don’t have a clear idea of what to do. AFROTECH™ is here to bring that sense of clarity to the situation. Your resume walks in a room before you do, and having a qualified and curated list of references could be the catalyst that pushes you over the edge. Check out these four resume tips from Indeed that will help remove the...
Long-time hip hop heads are surely familiar with the works of rapper turned businessman Calvin Broadus, AKA Snoop Dogg . Since Snoop has taken part in a wide array of business and entertainment ventures, it should come as no surprise to learn that many of his children have followed suit. One of his most prolific offspring is his 27-year-old son, Cordell Broadus, who is best known for his time on the field for UCLA’s Bruins Football team . While Cordell could likely have built a brand off his father’s name alone, or even gone on to pro NFL football, the young mogul has taken after his father’s penchant for diversifying his income streams. He has branched off into numerous exciting fields. Today, Cordell Broadus has an estimated net worth of over $2 million independently, and functions as one of the heirs to his father’s estate of over $160 million. Let’s take a moment to look into Cordell’s many revenue streams, his college football career, and any other pertinent information, and...
There is a commonly held belief in the business world that we are in the midst of a global skills shortage. In fact, 80% of CEOs are still reporting skills gaps as a major threat to their organization’s growth. But there is good news to be found in this current climate; because, as ServiceNow’s Sarah Tilley simply puts it, “While there is a very real skills shortage, there isn’t a global people shortage.” For Tilley’s team, that means approaching talent acquisition and development on a multipronged level that takes external recruitment, internal mobility, learning and talent planning into consideration to support ServiceNow’s overall talent strategy and business priorities to ensure a seamless and quality employee experience. “Our integrated approach allows us to be more transparent and establish clear expectations for candidates and employees,” Tilley explains. “Through a unified approach, we can also better understand and respond to employee needs, which drives higher engagement,...
If securing top-tier talent during AFROTECH Conference is on your to-do list, then you have the right idea. With over 20,000 attendees scheduled to be at AFROTECH, there will be unlimited potential walking through the exhibit hall, looking to land their next role. This moment serves as a prime opportunity to staff organizations. While the end result may be employment, how companies attract talent is a critical step. From the booth’s design to the recruiters’ authenticity, all points of contact matter when seeking to add people to your teams. With the job market in flux, on-site interviews can be the perfect opportunity to tap into interested job seekers to make a pivot or start fresh in their careers.
The job market may be fluctuating, but the availability of premium talent has not wavered. Talented people across several industries are poised and ready to land the job that best fits them through an entry-level position, career pivot, or transition. With the number of top recruiters scheduled to be at AFROTECH Conference 2023, it is an ideal space for recruiters to find that missing piece to advance the work and mission of their organizations. Nov. 1-5, 2023, will mark a monumental time of the year as thousands of Black technologists, entrepreneurs, and professionals make their way to Austin, TX, for what has become the most prominent Black tech conference. Attendees will be able to match their skill sets and interests with companies actively recruiting prospective team members. However, there is a science to recruiting that will yield positive results for both parties in the recruitment process.
