In this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, I chat with 3 of the 4 women who are the eboard of Black Tech Women. Black Tech Women (BTW) is the premier community for black women in the technology ecosystem to connect, learn, and develop. With over 1400 members since launch, Black Tech Women continue to engage... Continue Reading →
Ep. 005: Black Tech Mecca Unplugged (Part 1)
On this brand new episode of Black Tech Unplugged I have the pleasure of speaking with Fabian Elliot and Dineo (Dee) Seakamela, the co-founders of Black Tech Mecca (BTM). BTM’s mission is to ensure Black people are full participants in the global technology sector. BTM uses data to paint a clearer picture of Black participation... Continue Reading →
#TechUnplugged: Cycmode Cycling Studio
If you're into cycling classes and exercising I'm sure you’ve heard of SoulCycle and Flywheel, right? Well there’s a new cycle class in town... Cycmode. Where indoor cycling gets real! If you follow me on Instagram you've probably peeped my posts about Cycmode. Well I'm officially introducing you to the studio that combines tech and exercise,... Continue Reading →
Check Us Out on Average Black Girl!
Founder and host of Black Tech Unplugged, Deena McKay, was featured on the Average Black Girl Youtube page. Average Black Girl's main purpose is to promote and expose Black Owned Businesses and Products. Listen as Deena describes how to carve your own path. And of course let us know your thoughts in the comments! https://youtu.be/U6lr8vzfkfE
Ep. 003: Paige & Paxton Unplugged with Kelley O. Williams
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1uQJLl9oSBv1yZpfpNGnKS?si=wVQT1_7sQCODZBlsBgigmg&dl_branch=1 Kelley O. Williams is the co-creator of the Paige & Paxton Elementary STEM curriculum. While working for signature companies such as American Express and JPMorgan Chase, Kelley led nationally recognized STEM pipeline programs for girls and youth of color as one of the founding team members of the New York Chapter of Black Girls... Continue Reading →
Black Tech Unplugged Radio
So it's not what you think... Black Tech Unplugged is not coming live to your airwaves (well at least not right now). However, the host of Black Tech Unplugged, Deena McKay, got to share her story on Tech Scene Chicago. Joined by Jamila Parham, listen to the women talk about being Black women in tech, the Chicago tech... Continue Reading →
Ep. 002: The Plug Unplugged with Sherrell Dorsey
Episode 2 features the amazing Sherrell Dorsey, a noted technology journalist and social entrepreneur. She is founder of the daily tech newsletter, ThePLUG, where she leads content strategy, business partnerships, and growth of the only newsletter dedicated to highlighting the significant voices of black founders and business leaders in the news. Listen as she takes... Continue Reading →
Ep. 001: Deena McKay Unplugged
Learn about the tech path of Deena McKay, the host of Black Tech Unplugged https://open.spotify.com/episode/62aU4YRkcNlAXWFfuIOl9U?si=YKQwuoHYRKmIDLxUg498Ag&dl_branch=1 Follow Deena on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Deena_mckay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deena.mckay Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Deena_McKay Website: https://www.deenamckay.com __________________________________________________________________________________________ FOLLOW BLACK TECH UNPLUGGED Instagram: Instagram.com/blacktechunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/BlackTechUnplugged Twitter: twitter.com/Blktechunplged