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Over the course of a year, the #ConnectedWellbeing Initiative Impact Studio brought together 11 teams developing youth-serving innovations that foster youth and community wellbeing through strengths-based, socially-connected, and youth-centered approaches. 💡💙 Impact Studio teams were offered tailored advising, capacity building opportunities, and cross-sector connections to accelerate impact and build shared purpose. "Harnessing tech for equity and belonging: Programs like the Race, Abolition, and AI (RAAI) project (Tiera Tanksley), ListoAmerica’s remote work (The Clubhouse Network), Maven Youth, and Games for Change Learn are committed to empowering youth to design and re-imagine digital tools and spaces to make important changes to who technology is serving and how. The work of each of these organizations strives to reflect the identities, culture, and strengths of young people who are usually passed over and underestimated by dominant technology culture.” Dive into their case studies, "harnessing tech for equity and belonging", here: https://lnkd.in/gSawYDrA More on our recent announcement: https://lnkd.in/gZ82wvB3 #ConnectedLearning #YouthMentalHealth #Wellbeing

Join the QuirkyCoders community – where collaboration fuels growth! 🌐💼 Foster connections, share insights, and explore partnerships with industry leaders. Let's cultivate a space where shared knowledge and collaborative projects pave the way for business success in the dynamic tech ecosystem. 🚀🔗 #QuirkyCodersCommunity #TechCollaboration #BusinessGrowth At QuirkyCoders, we believe in the power of collaboration to propel businesses forward. Our platform is not just about talent acquisition; it's a thriving community where businesses network, share insights, and embark on collaborative projects. This collaborative environment isn't just about coding; it's a catalyst for business growth. Join us on this journey where shared knowledge opens doors to new opportunities and where collaborative projects redefine success in the ever-evolving tech landscape. 🌟💻 #QuirkyCoders #TechCollaboration #BusinessSuccess

Last week was wild. I pitched at TechRise Chicago and was named Runner Up! 🎉 Thank you to P33 Chicago, TechRise, and William Blair for the incredible opportunity and the judges from GSV Ventures and Reach Capital for their insightful questions. I was honored to be included in this group of fearless women building creative solutions to important problems. The whole process was incredibly supportive and a fantastic learning experience. Key Takeaways: 🌬 Breathe. It’s tough to balance being thorough and concise. Lean into what matters. Your purpose and what you’re building are bigger than your anxiety. Breathe. ♻ Iterate. The first version is always the roughest; that's how you get better. Keep listening, keep learning, and keep iterating. Aim to get 1% better every day. 💃 Be a Joyful Warrior. There’s a misconception that only serious people can drive positive change. I disagree. This is the hardest job I’ve ever had, but it’s also the most fun I've ever had in doing a job. I have a clear vision, I’m more driven, and I laugh more than ever before. I love what I am doing, and I am proud of it. Kamala Harris told us to be joyful warriors in our pursuits (mine being wealth-building equality of opportunity through education & personalization). My response will forever be, “Yes, ma’am.” Competitive situations are inevitable, but they reveal our willingness to gracefully push through. Each challenge is an opportunity to grow, learn, and demonstrate resilience. I embrace these moments as they shape me into a stronger and more determined person. #investlikeafox #grateful

Step into the life of a first-time tech founder who navigates outside the traditional tech spheres. Merging social media, technology, and culture, this unique approach is unlocking massive opportunities and creating new economic frontiers. Join the journey from an idea in Atlanta to a trendsetter in the tech world. 🌐🚀💡 #TechInnovation #CultureShaping #StartupLife

One of the biggest differentiators in a successful startup team is the diversity in the experiences of the team. NYC uniquely draws people from all backgrounds, industries, and cultures. When building your team in the city, you tap into various experiences and life stories. Engineers often reflect a wide range of personal experiences, interests, and cultural exposures they bring to their work. The multi-disciplinary backgrounds directly contribute to your product. But that’s not all. They also shape how your team grows together. Learning from each member builds a bond that forms the company’s character. A well-built company character is the first step to ownership and winning. Our roadmap meetings at Unthread can get intense. Everyone brings something new to the table, and each person’s perspective comes from a wealth of experience across industries and cultures. Only in NYC can you find this level of diverse top-tier talent anywhere in the world. Next week, we’ll dive deeper into how NYC plays a part in our customer stories.

Final call! PEERLESS applications close Friday, December 6th! We're supporting AlleyCorp as they search nationwide for early-stage tech founders bold enough to build businesses no one else can. The journey culminates in a $1M pitch competition at Google’s NYC headquarters, but it’s so much more than that. All applicants gain access to exclusive programming, including fireside chats with founders who’ve scaled to the very top. Submit your application now to secure your spot in these extraordinary conversations...  - Wendy Tsu, Founder of Branch Care - Breaking into uncharted markets.  - Lisa Lewin, Partner at Primary, Ex CEO General Assembly - The power of inspirational leadership to motivate and guide your team.  - Jeffrey De Flavio, MD, Founder of 10+ healthcare companies - Accelerating growth with high-impact GTM strategies. - Norma Chu, Founder of DayDayCook - Concept to IPO from one of the 40 women to achieve it. - Cesar Herrera, Founder of Yuvo Health - The art of building an influential network from scratch. - Gil Addo, Founder of RubiconMD - Navigating different acquisition pathways. Apply at peerlesspitch.com 

We're building the world's largest multistakeholder, multidisciplinary network in Responsible Tech at All Tech Is Human! Check out this inspiring community that is united around a mission to tackle thorny tech & society issues and co-create a tech future aligned with the public interest. When I started All Tech Is Human in 2018, there was a pressing need for an organization to be a connective tissue for the hundreds of orgs and thousands of individuals working toward a better tech future. Together, we are stronger. Today we have over 550 people in our working groups, 9k people across 90 countries in our Slack, 400 people in our current mentorship program (over 1k people have gone through), a weekly livestream series, and have held dozens of in-person gatherings that have brought together thousands of people (23 gatherings last year). If you are looking to get involved with the Responsible Tech movement, we have a place for you. Hard problems require collective understanding and action, which is why we have a wide range of activities (both in-person and virtual) that bring together thousands of people across the globe to understand values, tensions, trade-offs, and best practices. Together, we work to solve tech and society’s thorniest issues. Join in! #AllTechIsHuman #ResponsibleTech

Hi LinkedIn Family! I'm thrilled to announce that I've joined Rewriting the Code as their new Partner Success Manager! 🚀 Did you know that women make up only 26% of the computing workforce in the US? At RTC, we're changing that narrative, and I'm excited to be at the forefront of this mission! In this role, I'll be empowering women in tech and fostering partnerships that create meaningful opportunities. Here's how we'll make a difference together: 🌟 Partnership Management: Cultivating strong, mutually beneficial relationships with our corporate partners. We're not just looking for sponsors; we're seeking true allies in our mission. 🌟 Empowering Women: Connecting aspiring women technologists with industry leaders and resources o help them thrive in their careers. 🌟 Data-Driven Insights: Utilizing analytics to monitor partnership performance and drive strategic decisions. We're committed to delivering measurable ROI for our partners. To our current and future partners: Let's collaborate to create a more diverse, innovative tech industry. Whether you're looking to enhance your DEI initiatives, access top talent, or make a real impact in tech, I'd love to explore how we can work together. Thank you to Erica Crutch, Nicole W. & Sue Harnett for the incredibly warm welcome! I can't wait to see how we continue to excel as a team. If you’re passionate about diversity in tech or have insights to share, let’s connect! I’d love to hear from you and explore how we can collaborate. Let’s rewrite the code of the tech industry together! 💻🌍 #WomenInTech #DiversityInTech #PartnershipOpportunities #RewritingTheCode 

"I just fired our tech team." The message landed in my inbox at 2 AM from a fellow founder.  6 months of work.  Back to square one. --- The Silent Weight Every Non-Technical Founder Carries Remember that first meeting?  The excitement.  The promises.  The crystal-clear roadmap.  Everything felt possible. Then reality crept in. Your messages wait longer for replies.  Technical explanations grow foggy.  You spot issues, but stay quiet.  After all, they're the experts. --- That knot in your stomach when you think about switching teams? I know it well. The fear that the next partner might be worse keeps you locked in a dance you've grown to dread. --- But here's the truth: • Your intuition matters • Those "naive" questions deserve answers • Your vision deserves better than half-finished features True technical partners light your path.  They don't keep you in the dark. #StartupJourney #FounderLife #TechPartnership

In nature, an ecosystem is an interconnected network of organisms that shape and support each other. In tech and business, the same is true — individuals and organizations are influenced by their environment, and in turn they contribute to it. Find out how 1Philadelphia, Ballard Spahr LLP, Morgan Lewis, Next powered by Shulman Rogers, Rittenhouse Communications Group and TEDCO actively help their local tech communities thrive, grow and become more inclusive in this sponsored roundup article. https://lnkd.in/gfXJA8Zh #TechnicallyPartner24