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Farewell For Now: AFROTECH™ 2024 Concludes A Powerful Week Of Black Excellence And Tech Innovation

Who ever thought the end of AFROTECH™ 2024 would evoke the feels of Boyz II Men’s classic “It’s So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday?” And now that AFROTECH™ has wrapped up, those lyrics hit differently as we say farewell to an unforgettable week. Houston, TX, welcomed 37,500 industry leaders for four days of groundbreaking discussions and networking. The city was buzzing with Black excellence — from entrepreneurs and tech innovators to corporate powerhouses, all owning their futures and reveling in the experience. Every day, attendees dived into immersive sessions that were as empowering as they were culturally on point. With a lineup of standout speakers — like Bun B, Tobe Nwigwe, will.i.am, Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins, Kendrick Sampson, Angelica Ross, and Rashad Robinson — AFROTECH™ made sure every moment was full of inspiration. AFROTECH™ Conference also showcased groundbreaking initiatives and discussions aimed at driving innovation, equity, and community empowerment. Angel...

Nov 17, 2024

Karrine Steffans Net Worth: The Former Video Vixen And Author's Wealth Explored

Karrine Steffans, also known as “Superhead,” is a former video vixen, author, and public speaker who gained fame in the early 2000s for her appearances in hip-hop music videos and her tell-all books. Steffans’ controversial memoirs, which detailed her relationships with high-profile figures in the entertainment industry, made her a prominent yet polarizing figure. As of 2024, Karrine Steffans’ net worth is estimated to be around $1.5 million, largely accrued from her book sales, speaking engagements, and previous work in entertainment. Here, we’ll dive into those financial moves and see how she built that impressive amount. Rise To Fame Karrine Steffans was born on August 24, 1978, in Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. She moved to Florida as a teenager and eventually relocated to Los Angeles in pursuit of a career in entertainment. Steffans initially gained attention as a video vixen, appearing in popular music videos alongside some of the biggest names in hip-hop, including Jay-Z...

Oct 10, 2024

Yara Shahidi Partners With Dell To Inspire The Next Generation Of Changemakers Through Tech

Yara Shahidi is one of the leading voices of today’s generation, and her latest partnership is further affirmation of her influence. Today, Dell Technologies announced a multi-year partnership with the actress, entrepreneur and advocate to “inspire Gen-Z to use technology to drive their passions,” according to a press release provided to AfroTech. Shahidi will be working alongside Dell XPS to highlight how the brand’s laptops are a force for storytellers, visionaries and creatives like herself to bring their imagination to life. “ Technology has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. I t’s something that touches nearly every aspect of our lives and has the power to make meaningful impact,” said Shahidi in a press release. “My work with Dell XPS is incredibly special to me because we are mobilizing my generation to use technology to make space for their unique stories and voices . ” Shahidi is the definition of a changemaker. And with her avid social activism and Dell...

Oct 6, 2021

Angela F. Williams Makes History As First Woman And African American To Be Named CEO Of United Way Worldwide

Black women are making history on a daily basis. In a press release, United Way Worldwide announced on Sept. 9 that Angela F. Williams will be the organization’s next president and CEO — making Williams both the first woman and first African American to hold the lead position. “I am absolutely honored to join the world’s leading charity at a key moment in the organization’s history and world events,” Williams said in a press release. “Around the world, issues of health, education and economic sustainability are at the forefront of ensuring equality and access to a good quality of life. I recognize and appreciate the tremendous role that United Way Worldwide plays in supporting individuals and families and transforming communities.” Although a new role will soon be in effect for Williams, she already has expertise in leadership under her belt as she is currently the president and CEO of Easterseals. Williams also has more than 30 years of management experience with major non-profit...

Sep 10, 2021

'Little Miss Flint' Mari Copeny Distributes 1,000 Backpacks To Students In Need

Flint, Michigan’s guardian angel Amariyanna “Mari” Copeny — also known as “Little Miss Flint” — provided 1,000 backpacks stocked with school supplies for the Flint community on Aug. 15. My event turned out perfectly despite so much going wrong leading up to the event. 1,000 backpacks 10,000 pencils 1200 packs of crayons 2000 notebooks Tons more supplies Filters Books Covid Shots Resources Inflatables Icecream and food truck https://t.co/ag4LlgjLMb — Mari Copeny (@LittleMissFlint) August 17, 2021 Flint, Michigan made national headlines in 2015 due to concerns from local residents regarding strange odors and prominent discoloration from the water supply causing hair loss, skin rashes, and legionnaires disease, Natural Resources Defense Council previously disclosed. To retain funds, the city made a collective decision to replace water provider Detroit Water and Sewerage. Upon waiting for Flint’s pipeline to connect to Karegnondi Water Authority, the government officially ruled to...

Aug 18, 2021

Google Kicks Off Black History Month With Grammy Ad and $3M Grant to NAACP

Tech giant, Google, commenced Black History Month with the airing of a commercial ad during this year’s Grammy Awards show, which has sparked conversation across social media outlets. Along with the debut of the ad, Google announced a $3 million Google.org grant to fund the NAACP’s Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO) program which centers around providing Black youth an opportunity to pitch their ideas to a panel of mentors and judges for a chance to secure scholarship funding for their project. “NAACP ACT-SO is a program that prepares, recognizes and rewards students’ scholastic and artistic excellence. Google.org is proud to support @NAACP as they extend ACT-SO to even more future history makers,“ Google tweeted. NAACP ACT-SO is a program that prepares, recognizes and rewards students’ scholastic and artistic excellence. https://t.co/D84d9e0zeF is proud to support @NAACP as they extend ACT-SO to even more future history makers. Learn more →...

Jan 28, 2020

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