As we step into 2025, we look at the impactful events that have shaped the tech world. Notably, the inaugural Black Enterprise TechConneXt Summit that was held in October 2015 at the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara, in Santa Clara California. The summit brought together forward-thinking leaders and a talent pool of extraordinary tech innovators, engineers, entrepreneurs, executives, and educators. It was a groundbreaking event that has since been recognized as a significant milestone in the tech industry. A decade later, the effects of this event are still felt in the industry, as it continues to inspire and motivate a new generation of tech entrepreneurs.
Black Enterprise 
was the host of the inaugural Black Enterprise TechConneXt Summit. The conference featured nationally recognized speakers, entrepreneurs and technology leaders, showcased new technologies, and honored Silicon Valley luminaries Kenneth and Caretha Coleman and Roy Clay with the Trailblazer -on-bet” target=”_blank”> at a special closing dinner.
The Impact of the Summit
The Summit provided attendees with the relationships, access, resources, and motivation needed to achieve real success in the industry. Confirmed speakers included serial entrepreneur Clarence Wooten, software developer Jon Gosier, and TwitChange CEO Shelton Mercer, among others.
“We were extremely excited about the development of our BE TechConneXt Summit. It represented Black Enterprise’s expansion of the delivery of tech content and further connection with the Silicon Valley ecosystem,” said Earl “Butch” Graves, CEO and President of Black Enterprise.
The Summit’s Objective
The event served as a platform to accelerate corporate recruitment, development of a pipeline of talent, and access to capital and mentorship for a growing cadre of tech entrepreneurs. It was a unique and unparalleled opportunity, bringing together the and brightest of the tech community to Silicon Valley.
Key Learnings From the Summit
Attendees learned the secrets to:
– Navigating the Silicon Valley community
– Discovering opportunities with tech companies seeking diverse talent
– Finding funding sources for your
– Connecting with established tech professionals
– Engaging with leading tech companies
– And much more!
As we continue to foster diversity and innovation in the tech industry, we remember and celebrate the significant impact of the Black Enterprise TechConneXt Summit.
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