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Why attend?

This is an event by and for the BIPOC community to come together to celebrate our unique experiences, explore the possibilities for underrepresented people in the tech sector—and share new ideas for working together to change the face of tech for the future. 

Keynote speaker and host


Kim Crayton

Kim is an antiracist economist dedicated to forging a path to welcoming and psychological safety. She shows tech leaders how to strategically create environments that support sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals to build more innovative and profitable businesses.

Kim Crayton
Gabby Rivera

Gabby Rivera

Writer, Speaker, Storyteller and Latinx Culture Nerd, Gabby is the first latina to write for marvel Comics where she published America, showcasing the portal-punching, queer Latina powerhouse, America Chavez. She’s also an activist and youth mentor. 

Arlan Hamiltion

Arlan Hamilton

An Investor and the Founder and Managing Partner of Backstage Capital, Arlan has  invested in more than 150 startups of women, BIPOC and LGBQ+ “underestimated founders.” Her first book, About Damn Time, chronicles her personal journey as an entrepreneur and venture capitalist.  

BIPOC in Tech - Allyship in Action

Are you a BIPOC ally, or want 
to be? Join our Allyship in Action Session.

Join us to expand opportunities for BIPOC communities in tech. We’ll be hosting a separate BIPOC Ally Session to talk about how to turn your support into action, and become a co-conspirator in breaking barriers for all.