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It appears a four-year partnership between Buy From a Black Woman and H&M has come to an end. The nonprofit, founded by Nikki Porcher in 2016, has partnered with H&M since International Women’s Day in 2021. Together, they have hosted over 100 workshops and trainings, awarded 45 business grants, and provided 20 relief fund stipends to Black women business owners. Additionally, the partnership supported 30 Black women through accelerator programs and helped over 15 founders obtain their Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification within two years. Read more here ?? https://lnkd.in/ewVX8ERp #AFROTECH

AfroTech House is heading to Martha’s Vineyard for an exclusive experience like no other! ??? For AfroTech Insider members ONLY—you have to be an AfroTech Insider to get in. This private gathering is designed for visionaries, innovators, and wealth-builders looking to level up. Think powerful conversations, luxury vibes, and once-in-a-lifetime connections. Don’t just hear about it—be part of it. Join AfroTech Insider now to secure your invite. ?? https://lnkd.in/ettbdxAU #AFROTECH

Larry Fitzgerald Jr. is a serial investor passionate about educating the youth in STEM. Larry Fitzgerald Jr., a former NFL star and 11-time Pro Bowler, has built a successful post-football career as a serial investor and philanthropist. Through the Larry Fitzgerald Foundation, he supports breast cancer initiatives and empowers youth with literacy and STEM programs. Read more ?? https://lnkd.in/eFi3YP35 #AFROTECH

A middle school teacher in Meridian, Idaho, was ordered to remove signs stating “Everyone is welcome here” from her classroom after the West Ada School District deemed them a violation of its neutrality policy. The district argued that such messages could be seen as personal opinions in today’s political climate. This decision follows President Trump’s recent executive orders banning DEI initiatives in public education. Read more ?? https://lnkd.in/eqZumeTa #AFROTECH

Founders, this is your chance! If you’re a?Founder Circle?member and sign up quickly, you could get?live investor feedback?on YOUR pitch deck. Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your pitch and learn what VCs really want to see! Don't miss out— secure your spot today! https://lnkd.in/eFksUJG8 #AFROTECH

Founders, this is your chance! If you’re a?Founder Circle?member and sign up quickly, you could get?live investor feedback?on YOUR pitch deck. Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your pitch and learn what VCs really want to see! ??: https://lnkd.in/eFksUJG8

If you are creating impact as a founder and leader or are a corporate catalyst interested in joining a board, look no further than AFROTECH’s Board Readiness Summit. From 10 a.m. ET to noon ET on March 25, 2025, this virtual event will deliver exclusive insights and strategies to empower you with the tools and confidence to secure a board seat. Landing a post, whether for a nonprofit, which is often a good starting point, or for-profit, will require experience and skills such as strategic planning and development, leadership, collaboration, and more. To position you for success, discussions will be led by industry leaders who have made trailblazing strides in their industries. Read more here ?? https://lnkd.in/eqgY2HsA #AFROTECH

High School senior Mantavius Presley has a bright future ahead. As a student at Douglas County High School, located in Douglasville, GA, Presley has prioritized more than just his academics to make a meaningful impact within and beyond school walls. He serves as president of Future Business Leaders of America and the National Honor Society, as well as vice president of the student government and Class of 2025. As he prepares to walk the stage in the spring, Presley’s next chapter in higher learning is already in motion, deciding between acceptances from more than 58 colleges and universities. Read more here ?? https://lnkd.in/eqNcvF8X #AFROTECH

New York, we’re pulling up! ??? THE MEETUP is touching down in the city that never sleeps on March 31, 2025—with Prudential sponsoring our NYC stop. Expect an unforgettable night of networking, culture, and Black excellence in tech. Are you ready to connect? Secure your ticket today ?? Link in bio ?? #AFROTECH

Harvard University announced that starting in the 2025-2026 academic year, students from families earning $100,000 or less will receive full financial support, including tuition, housing, food, health insurance, and travel costs, along with grants for their first and junior years. Additionally, tuition will be free for students from families earning up to $200,000. Read more ?? https://lnkd.in/ejybKYsH #AFROTECH