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Black Tech Fest

Black Tech Fest

By Black Tech Fest

Black Tech Fest is a movement that celebrates Black culture, showcases innovation and creates pathways for underrepresented talent.

New episodes every Wednesday morning!

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Behind the scenes at TikTok

Black Tech FestJun 16, 2021

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A conversation with Stripe & Lingua54

A conversation with Stripe & Lingua54

Hear from Kola Lamikanra discuss his launch and journey of founding Lingua54, a site that promotes the learning of African languages. In conversation with Folley Ogundele, Stripe Head of Fintech Sales, they talk about what it's like being a black founder, raising money and being resilient.

Nov 12, 202125:54
Making money moves: In conversation with Freetrade
Oct 14, 202140:43
Life at Bloom and Wild

Life at Bloom and Wild

New joiners Mario and Simi share their experiences of navigating a career change into Technology, why they chose Bloom & Wild for their next role, and what companies should consider when trying to attract and retain black talent. 

Bloom & Wild are sponsors of this year's Black Tech Fest, register at blacktechfest.com

Oct 14, 202128:02
 “Travel: From Lifestyle to Enterprise” A conversation with Travel Designers from Reco

“Travel: From Lifestyle to Enterprise” A conversation with Travel Designers from Reco

Hear from our travel designers discuss all things travel curation!

Hear more from Tripadvisor at Black Tech Fest, register at blacktechfest.com

Oct 13, 202132:44
Muna Ebongalame Chats Rugby, Salesforce.org, Technology & Imposter Syndrome

Muna Ebongalame Chats Rugby, Salesforce.org, Technology & Imposter Syndrome

Muna is an experienced IT Services Professional with a proven track record of successfully designing, winning and delivering services for a plethora of clients using Salesforce.com. Listen to him speak about his career on Rugby, Salesforce.org, Technology & Imposter Syndrome

Hear more from Muna at Black Tech Fest, register at blacktechfest.com

Oct 13, 202134:53
In conversation with Farfetch's Chief Data Officer, Kshitij Kumar

In conversation with Farfetch's Chief Data Officer, Kshitij Kumar

Joining us today is Farfetch's Chief Data Officer, Kshitij Kumar. Discussing his personal journey to Farfetch and leading the team responsible for the worldwide online luxury fashion retail platform data. 

Jun 30, 202139:03
Black Data matters: Algorithmic bias in action

Black Data matters: Algorithmic bias in action

Join CEO & Founder of Mind Senses Global Djamila Amimer, Rare Recruitment Naomi Kellman, Shakir Mohamed a Deepmind Research Scientist, Katrina Ffrench former CEO of StopWatch

As they discuss how algorithmic bias have real-life implications for minorities. The topic is discussed through the lens of research, the covid a-level algorithmic scandal and the use of tech in policing. 

Jun 23, 202126:21
Behind the scenes at TikTok

Behind the scenes at TikTok

Hear Ola Pelovangu - Brand Partnerships EU + TikTok Creator, Chris  Crichlow a LIVE Operations Manager, Filis Mohamed - Ads Operations EU and Anne Olayinka - Talent Partner discussing what goes on behind the scenes of one of the largest startups in the world! 

Jun 16, 202138:19
Being a Black Entrepreneur: The Journey, The Challenges, The Future

Being a Black Entrepreneur: The Journey, The Challenges, The Future

Remus Brett- General Partner, LocalGlobe in conversation with two founders. Tom Adeyoola a serial entrepreneur and Rich Serunjogi CEO of Business Score. 

Exploring their start-ups, the highs and lows and the future! 

Jun 09, 202123:38
In conversation with Patricia Lamour MBE

In conversation with Patricia Lamour MBE

Joining us today to discuss the educational attainment gap is Patricia Lamour MBE.

Patricia is an International Education Consultant and Managing Director of Aspire Education Group. She is passionate about the transformation and success of all young people in education.

Ashleigh and Patricia discuss factors that affect educational outcomes. Touching on the role of government, parents, teachers and school governors. As well as how COVID put a spotlight on the digital divide. 

New episodes every Wednesday morning!

Jun 02, 202142:00
Navigating Culture in a Crisis

Navigating Culture in a Crisis

The role of the Chief Diversity Officer has become a critical role during the pandemic of systemic racism and a renewed call for justice and equality. Following company statements and CEO commitments. This panel features leaders Mandy Bynum McLaughlin, Christina Shareef- Head of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, Reddit, Tiffany Stevenson - Box and Kiessé Lamour - Head of Industry, Pinterest. Who are at the helm of diversity and inclusion to do a diagnostic of what the industry has achieved in 2020 and what it needs to do in the future. 


New episodes every Wednesday morning!

May 26, 202145:11
Building a Better Ecosystem for Investment

Building a Better Ecosystem for Investment

Join Paula Groves- Impact X, Sam Gyimah- Former Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation, Lisa Shu- Joint Venture Partner, LocalGlobe and Saul Klein - LocalGlobe.  As they discuss the challenges of building a better investment ecosystem, and what progress needs to be made to make it inclusive and representative.


New episodes every Wednesday morning!

May 26, 202146:19
Just Eat STEM Panel

Just Eat STEM Panel

Just Eat employees tell us what it is like to work at the infamous food order and delivery service company.

Find out what it is like to be a Product Owner, Product Manager, Data Engineer, Senior Delivery Manager and Data Scientist at Just Eat Takeaway.

Moderated by Colorintech Cofounder, Ashleigh Ainsley


New episodes every Wednesday morning!

May 26, 202152:08
A Conversation with Ortis Deley: Tech, Gadgets, and Culture

A Conversation with Ortis Deley: Tech, Gadgets, and Culture

Ortis Deley, Presenter of Channel 5’s The Gadget Show, DJ Host and actor explores his love of tech, comic books and more in a fireside with Dion McKenzie, Colorintech’s co-founder & Chairman. Being on our TV screens for over 20 years, Ortis will give an insight into his transition from children’s TV to The Gadget Show and how culture has played a role in his career.

New episodes every Wednesday morning!

May 26, 202129:00
April 22, 2021

April 22, 2021

Apr 22, 202100:60