meet the black female founders from tc include at tc sessions: justice 2021

TC Sessions: Justice 2021 – A Focus on Diversity and Inclusion

A virtual conference, TC Sessions: Justice 2021, will be held on March 3rd. This event is dedicated to a thorough examination of diversity and inclusion within the technology sector.

Attendees can anticipate a full day of engaging content. This includes presentations from industry thought leaders, insightful panel discussions, focused breakout sessions, and interactive question-and-answer periods.

Exploring Key Topics

The conference agenda covers a wide spectrum of crucial topics. These range from the principles of accessible product design and strategies for combating algorithmic bias to discussions surrounding the justice system and effective workplace organization.

Furthermore, the event will address the importance of supporting underrepresented founders – and this represents only a portion of the planned content.

Meet the Founders of the Include Program

Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with founders who are currently participating in TechCrunch’s Include program. This initiative was developed through partnerships with various founder organizations.

These organizations nominated promising early-stage startup founders, who are then provided with educational resources and mentorship to foster their development and ensure their success throughout the year.

Collaboration with Leading VCs

The TC Include program benefits from the involvement of prominent venture capital organizations. Kleiner Perkins, Salesforce Ventures, and Initialized Capital are among those providing lasting mentorship opportunities to the founder cohort.

Spotlight on Black Female Founders

We collaborated with Black Female Founders, who nominated a remarkable group of early-stage startup founders. Register for TC Sessions: Justice to meet these visionary women.

You’ll have the chance to observe them participate in a live pitch feedback session facilitated by TechCrunch during the event.

Upcoming Highlights

Over the coming weeks, we will be showcasing additional TC Include startups and the organizations supporting them. Be sure to check back for updates.

TC Include Program Startups Sponsored by Black Female Founders

• Five to Nine: This Black and women-owned software company provides tools for organizers to track, manage, and assess the impact of their events and programs. It was founded by Denise Umubyeyi.
• MYAVANA: Myavana is a virtual hair care company utilizing AI technology and professional expertise to deliver personalized product recommendations and guidance. Candace Mitchell Harris is the founder.
• Go Together, Inc.: Go Together’s Carpool to School is a B2B SaaS platform designed to make school transportation more equitable and convenient for parents, while also reducing costs for schools and districts. Kimberly Moore founded the company.
• kweliTV: KweliTV is a platform dedicated to the discovery and celebration of critically acclaimed Black stories from around the world, featuring indie films, documentaries, web series, and live experiences. DeShuna Spencer is the founder.
• Viledge: Viledge connects consumers with Black-owned businesses through curated gift boxes and live unboxing experiences. Zuley Clarke founded the company.
• Civic Eagle: Civic Eagle is a SaaS company that empowers organizations with strategic advantages in advocacy and lobbying by leveraging AI to unlock insights from legislative data. Shawntera Hardy is the founder.
• Unpacking: Unpacking is a leading online learning platform for social impact, disrupting traditional diversity training with real conversations and interactive gaming. Kristina Williams founded the platform.
• Official Black Wall Street: Official Black Wall Street is a digital platform and app that connects consumers with Black-owned businesses, providing entrepreneurs with the resources and exposure they need to succeed. Mandy Bowman is the founder.
• Go See The City: This company drives foot traffic to local businesses and events by offering customers deep discounts and providing small businesses and municipalities with valuable consumer analytics. Aneshai Smith founded the company.

Register for TC Sessions: Justice 2021

TC Sessions: Justice 2021 will be held virtually on March 3rd. Register today to join the conversation and explore the critical issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech industry.

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