On February 28th, the City of Miami Beach partnered with eMerge Americas to host a vibrant and inspiring Black History Month event, “eMerge Americas Celebrate: A DEI Series Event.” Held at Grown, a new Miami Beach restaurant owned by Shannon Allen, the event showcased the city’s commitment to fostering innovation and economic growth within the tech industry, by giving special focus on supporting Black entrepreneurs. Diverse business owners, tech enthusiasts, and investors gathered to network, share ideas, and collaborate on future ventures.
Moderated by Miami Beach Assistant City Manager and Director for the Economic Development Department, Rickelle Williams emphasized the significance of collaboration, sharing, “the partnership between the City of Miami Beach and eMerge Americas is crucial to creating a thriving and inclusive tech ecosystem. By supporting Black entrepreneurs, encouraging their voices, and addressing their issues, we are safeguard the health and vitality of the city’s diverse ecosystem. “
The event highlighted the importance of inclusion and diversity in the tech industry and served as an essential platform for business owners and entrepreneurs to connect, learn, and start and grow their businesses in the City of Miami Beach. The event featured an esteemed panel of experts, including Samella Watson, founder of BLCK (Block), Chandler Malone, CEO of Bootup, and Kimberly Marshall, a renowned angel investor. Samella Watson shared her journey as a successful entrepreneur and the challenges she overcame in the blockchain space. Chandler Malone shed light on how his company empowers underrepresented founders to launch and scale their startups. Finally, Kimberly Marshall offered valuable advice on securing funding and navigating the investment landscape for minority-owned businesses. Together, these panelists demonstrated the breadth of talent and innovation within the Black entrepreneurial community, inspiring attendees to pursue their own dreams in the tech industry.
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