In recent years, more and more technology companies are regularly releasing diversity numbers related to the number of women and other underrepresented minorities in their workforces. Recently, I wrote about why it’s important to acknowledge the gains these tech companies are making — a 1...
For some athletes, giving back is more than just a photo opportunity and autograph session. Terrance “TJ” Ford and Candace Dixon Ford like the hands-on approach. The former NBA player and his wife are making strides to change the lives of children and young adults...
A new project to support minority entrepreneurs by highlighting their work and connecting them with the resources they need to grow their companies has launched in the Motor City. Detroit in Tech, a collaboration between Grand Circus, Google for Entrepreneurs, and Code2040, seeks to even the...
A new technology solution called ShotSpotter from SST, Inc., a company led by African American tech veteran, Ralph A. Clark, will help the NYPD minimize gun violence The New York City Police Department recently launched a million dollar technology initiative, in its fight against gun violence....
After college he became a high school teacher and, like so many teachers, watched countless bright, talented, ambitious, students unable to reach their true potential because they didn't have the resources to attend college. "I'm proud to announce that I'm joining the Scholly team in our...