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Chicago has a new permanent leader at the helm, and she’s already making major power moves.👏🏾 Dr. Macquline King secured the CEO seat for Chicago Public Schools after an 18–1 vote, proving she’s the strategic force the district needs to navigate a looming $1B budget gap. With the full backing of Mayor Brandon Johnson and labor leaders, King is the blueprint for how homegrown talent can scale their impact from the classroom to the boardroom. Read the full story here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g88ZpKZX #AFROTECH 📸: Macquline King via LinkedIn

An AFROTECH™ Insider session, “The Science of Storytelling” with Nicole Foster, reframed it, introducing narrative bonding and how stories create real connection. Your story is your professional identity. You don’t need to overshare, you need to be clear. It’s one of the most underused tools in leadership, networking, and interviews. The takeaway is simple. You already have the experience. Start shaping your story with intention. 💬 Tap the link 🔗 https://lnkd.in/et8rcMP8 to build your leadership capital and tap into more insightful sessions like this. #AFROTECH #INSIDER #CreatorFellow

The SAVE student loan plan is no longer an option. 🎓 After being struck down in court, millions of borrowers now have 90 days to switch plans or risk being moved into a standard repayment plan with typically higher monthly payments. The shift reduces guarantees around affordability and forgiveness, and experts recommend taking action immediately. 🔗 Read the full story in the bio. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gGS_FN_6 #AFROTECH

Clinical practice is shaped in real time through decisions, systems, and the people doing the work. The benefits of attending the HealthStack Conference is earning CME credits while gaining practical insight you can apply directly to how you practice and lead. If you’re already in healthcare, give yourself the opportunity to stay sharp, expand your perspective, and learn from those doing the work. This is where the future of care is being built. Be there. Secure your Medical pass 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gZ-WnD8v for AFROTECH™ Conference 2026. #AFROTECH #ATC2026

Betting on yourself pays off, but betting on the right partnership sets you up for life. ✍🏾 Allen Iverson’s legendary move to Reebok over Nike is a masterclass in strategic negotiation, securing him marketing capital that even outpaced the greats at the time. Now, with a diversified portfolio, Iverson’s $32M Reebok payday on the horizon proves that the best business moves are the ones that protect your legacy long after the final whistle. Read the full story here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gfKCP4FQ #AFROTECH

USDA is pulling back major funding aimed at supporting farmers. 🌾 The agency has canceled nearly $300 million in grants designed to expand access to land, capital, and markets. The move ends dozens of contracts with nonprofits, tribal governments, and universities. Critics say it could affect Black, Indigenous, and immigrant farmers, who were the primary focus of the funding. 🔗 Read the full story in the bio. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gPmJpWRc #AFROTECH

Keith Lee is turning the traditional festival model into a massive family reunion with a major purpose.🙌🏾 FamiLee Day is hitting NOLA this May, bringing the local businesses that keep our communities running to center-stage. From carnival rides to multi-genre performances, Lee is bridging the generational gap while providing a high-visibility platform for independent entrepreneurs to scale their revenue and reach. Learn more about Keith Lee’s FamiLee Day Festival here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g5tPUXa8 #AFROTECH

THEMEETUP continues in Baltimore April 9th with a curated gathering rooted in Black brilliance, vision, and momentum. Come join a space built for real connection and opportunity bringing founders, creators, innovators who build the tech ecosystem. Baltimore you don’t wanna miss this. Be in the room. 💬 Tap the link 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gwzZ4Sqa to lock in your spot for THE MEETUP Baltimore. #THEMEETUP #AFROTECH

Benedict College is seeing major gains in student success. 🎓 The HBCU has achieved a 104% increase in its four-year graduation rate compared to its historical average. The progress reflects expanded support services, stronger academic investment, and a focus on affordability, serving a student population that is 85% Pell-eligible, first-generation, and from low-income backgrounds. 🔗 Read the full story in the bio. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ginZ3BKG #AFROTECH

Harlem’s own Jaasu Mallory is living up to his name as a master builder.🎧 After producing hits for Don Toliver, Coco Jones, and Lil Uzi, the USC grad is showing the industry why independence is the ultimate power move. He bypassed the quick check to build a decade-plus portfolio that functions as equity. “People thought I was insane for going this long unpublished … Now I’m the smartest guy in the room,” said Mallory. Read the full story here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gsMT2qHV #AFROTECH