TECH23

??? YACHAY: Celebrating Latino Minds Recap ??? We put in our all to make our Yachay event at Alley Theatre a huge success and we're so happy for the incredible feedback we're receiving. We kicked things off with a live neurotechnology experiment, featuring our dancer, M. Gabriela Estrada, Ph.D., and our guitarist, Brian Rincon, connected to EEG caps that visualized their brainwave activity while they performed together. Dr. Jose L Contreras-Vidal, Ph.D. guided us through the science behind their brain activity and how our minds engage through artistic expression—an incredible insight into the connection between art and neuroscience. AND this experiment would not have been possible without his incredible team of ?? phD students! Maxine Annel Pacheco Ramírez, Aime J. Aguilar-Herrera, Yoshua E. Lima-Carmona, Claudia Rebeca De Stefano Ramos, and Diego Caro López Then, we moved into a panel discussion led by ALMAAHH President, Carlos Duarte on the intersection of art and technology, where our experts explored what the future holds for tech, how art makes these advances more accessible, and the critical role Latinos play in shaping these fields. Things got even more exciting after intermission! We kicked it off with a ?? Spanish Spelling Bee, where participants representing Colombia, Nicaragua, Mexico, and Venezuela went head-to-head spelling some challenging science terms. The audience even jumped in to help define and pronounce the tougher words, making it one of the highlights of the event! ?? Congrats Juan Pablo Bohorquez on being Yachay's First Ever Spelling Bee Campeon! Next, we held a trivia game that split the room into two teams to compete in testing their knowledge of Latin American history, culture, and innovation. It was a great way to get the crowd involved and celebrate Latin American achievements. Fernando Moguel not only wowed us on the piano during the neurotech performance but also brought the energy during the Spanish Spelling Bee and trivia game with his fun, improvised game show sounds. We closed out with a keynote from Esteban Montero of Holon Labs Foundation, who delivered a powerful talk about technology and collective thinking. Special thanks to our volunteers and the TECH23 community that made this event possible. And a heartfelt thank you to our sponsors like AARP Houston and Chevron’s SOMOS Employee Network, whose support helped make Yachay a success. This event wasn't just a celebration—it was a reminder of the deep connections between art, technology, and collective wisdom. Here's to the brilliant Latino minds shaping tomorrow! #Yachay #LatinosInSTEM #LatinosInTech #TECH23 #HispanicHeritageMonth

What does a $250K prize winning pitch look like? LIKE THIS! Thomas Fields (Founder of GRIND) secured the ?? at the Black Ambition Competition. #LatinosInTech ? Watch Thomas pitch and answer judge's questions: https://lnkd.in/gA-Hczr4 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-ksqZB

?? Carlos F. shows us Meta Horizon's Workroom, where AR/VR meets productivity. Stylus-powered desktops and seamless collaboration, this is the #FutureOfWork. Catch the full episode on YouTube/Spotify to learn more about Spatial Computing and Puerto Rican culture! #LatinosInTech

?Wepa! ???? New TECH23 Episode Alert featuring Puerto Rico! In this episode, we go into the world of AR, VR, and Spatial Computing with proud Boricua Carlos F. at Meta. Carlos shows us how he’s been exploring the "Future of Work" through immersive tech for over a decade. A couple of firsts in this one: - First TECH23 episode recorded in the ‘Metaverse’ - First time trying ‘mofongo’ and ‘kola champagne’ Watch if you're curious about: - How AR & VR are transforming workspaces - What it’s like to represent Puerto Rico in the tech industry - The cultural pride and impact of PR on reggaeton and the US This episode is a must-watch for #LatinosInTech, future AR/VR pros, and anyone curious about the power of immersive tech! Watch Now: https://lnkd.in/dttq4GJa #TECH23 #PuertoRico #FutureOfWork #VR #AR #HispanicHeritageMonth

Performing Arts + Tech + Science + Cultura = TECH23 Entertainment "Thank you for showing we're more than just a ?? pi?ata." ?? At Yachay, we built a stage to celebrate the brilliance of the 'Latino Mind,' and it was amazing to see local entrepreneurs, creatives, educators, community leaders, and lifelong learners come together to enjoy the show! Those who joined us at Alley Theatre tasted delicious 'chino-boricua' fusion food from Michy's, battled it out in competitive games, and witnessed an incredible Latino-led neurotechnology performance. ??? If your company or organization is focused on #science, #tech, #engineering, or #mathematics, and you want to authentically connect with a vibrant Latino audience while showcasing your talent or product, let’s make it happen! #houston #latinosintech #experiential #latinosinstem

Riding with the Houston crew to Dallas this weekend for ?? Latin Wealth Summit! Produced by Christopher Belloso and his leading 'Latin Wealth Podcast'?? Latinos in Business: From starup to scaling up Thomas Fields & ?? GRIND Me & ???? TECH23 Smarter Investing: Building a diverse perfolio for long-term growth Carlos F. Looking forward to meeting all the other speakers/moderators/attendees this weekend! #hispanicheritagemonth #latinosintech #tech23

Our first Houston Chronicle feature! ?? https://lnkd.in/d5Ja_bm3 Highlighting TECH23, Latinos in Tech, and my Cofounder Michelle Avalos. "The Avalos' most recent event, ‘Yachay,’ celebrated the intellectual and technological contributions of Latinos in science, technology and culture, encouraging the next generation of Latino thinkers and innovators. The program included a neuroscience-driven showcase by UH graduate students and interactive cultural activities." Raquel Natalicchio ????

After an incredible weekend with #Yachay, we’re thrilled to see our mission highlighted by the Houston Chronicle ?? They captured our journey as TECH23, our mission to elevate Latinos in Tech, and all the work that went into creating Yachay—an event showcasing Latino minds in science, technology, and the arts. From brainwave experiments to dance performances, it was truly an memorable celebration of cultura, innovation, and a new way to celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth We couldn’t have done it without the amazing students, artists, and leaders who helped us bring this vision to life at Alley Theatre. Check out the full article below and keep an eye out for more amazing things coming from our TECH23 team! ?? https://lnkd.in/d4hM9JWy #LatinosInTech #Yachay #Houston #STEM

??? Showcasing Latinos in Tech in Houston! ??? I had an incredible time at YACHAY by TECH23 with Lupita Almuhana exploring the Latin influence in the tech ecosystem and the city of Houston! The event included neurotechnology experiments, flamenco dancing, and some amazing talks. Lupita Almuhana and I met at Capital Factory and have been inseparable since. Women founders are a special kind of remarkable! It's a privilege to work at a company whose mission I truly believe in. Every day, I get to meet inspiring founders, hear their unique stories, review pitch decks, and help them raise capital on their own terms. I feel energized on a daily basis and am constantly inspired by the incredible founders I work with and now get to call friends. At StartEngine, our value add is simple: Raise capital and stay in control. Your vision, on your terms! Build a community of brand ambassadors while doing so. We believe everyone should have access to capital. If anyone is interested in learning more, let’s connect! ;)

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