Blacks In Technology Cleveland

About Blacks In Technology Cleveland

Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Blacks In Technology Cleveland represents a community-driven movement dedicated to eliminating barriers that Black professionals face in the technology industry. The chapter was founded by leaders with deep experience in nonprofit and education sectors who recognized an urgent need to support Black participation in technical careers and business opportunities. What sets the Cleveland chapter apart is its profound sense of duty to not only provide immediate career support and networking but also to connect local initiatives with the broader national movement toward industry parity. The organization acknowledges the persistent challenge many Black tech workers face—being the only Black person in the room or on their team—and works to transform this reality through mentorship, training, and community building. With co-presidents Seanna Jackson and Rico Thompson leading the effort, the chapter fosters genuine relationships among members while maintaining trust and transparency as core values. By bringing together Black tech professionals, allies, and sponsors, Blacks In Technology Cleveland demonstrates that meaningful change requires collective action rooted in shared commitment to equity. The chapter's mission to "stomp the divide" reflects a determination to fundamentally reshape an industry that has historically failed to achieve parity, creating a supportive environment where Black technologists can thrive, lead, and build the future.

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