Black Women Talk Tech

The 4th annual “2M Mentors Live” by The WIE Suite in partnership with DVF (Diane von Furstenberg) will take place on March 19th in New York in celebration of International Women’s Day.⁠ This year’s focus is on supporting strong early-stage founders and expanding access to meaningful mentorship and capital. Fifty rising founders will receive curated mentor circles (fundraising, go-to-market, brand, hiring & leadership), connect with NYC-based founders and VCs, and participate in a founder showcase. Past mentors have included leaders from Briogeo, TikTok, Serena Ventures, Glossier, Ariel Investments, Calvin Klein, and more — including Diane von Furstenberg herself. 🗓 Deadline to apply: February 27th 🔗 Application: https://lnkd.in/dbmCZyMP #mentorship #payitforward #womensupportingwomen #womenintech #womensday

If you’re seeking funding as a Black founder, strategy comes before the search. 💰🔍 In our previous post, we outlined the different types of capital and how each impacts ownership, growth, and long-term scalability. Now, the next step is knowing where to look. 👉🏾 Today, we’re breaking down real funding resources Black founders can access. Because visibility, alignment, and preparation matter just as much as opportunity. At Black Women Talk Tech, we are serious about helping Black women founders navigate the full funding landscape with clarity and confidence. 💬 What funding resource should we unpack next? 💾 Save this for later and share it with a founder building something scalable. #businessfunding #techfounders #womenintech #blackownedbusiness #startupfunding

SXSW 2026 kicks off March 12 at Google Austin — and Women Future Forward is where the day gets intentional. This is a full-day program built around three focused tracks: entrepreneurship, leadership, and funder/investors. From early-stage operators navigating growth, to founders refining their personal brands, to investors writing first checks and building aligned teams — every session is designed to be practical, candid, and immediately useful. Expect fireside conversations with founders who’ve built while scaling, panels on operations and bootstrapping, leadership sessions on visibility and AI, and investor-led discussions on capital, teams, and purpose — capped with hot seats, closing remarks, and a cocktail hour that actually leads somewhere. If you’re coming to SXSW to learn, connect, and leave with real momentum, this is where you start. 🎟️ Register here: https://lnkd.in/eGtuU6mG #SXSW #womentintech #blackwomenintech #techcommunity #techconference

THE FUTURE IS NOW! Celebrating African Americans in Technology. 💻✨ We’re proud to share that Regina Gwynn, CEO & Co-Founder of Black Women Talk Tech, will be in the building at Harlem Fine Arts Show 18 as we celebrate trailblazing leaders redefining innovation and shaping the digital future. This powerful experience honoring African Americans in Technology will feature dynamic conversations, meaningful networking, and recognition of those building the systems and platforms transforming our world. 📍 The Glasshouse, NYC 🗓️ February 22, 2026 🕙 10 AM – 1 PM Join us, invite a friend, and #ATTENDWITHUS for an unforgettable celebration of culture, community, and tech excellence. #blackhistorymonth #blackexcellence #NYCEvents #blackcommunity

Women Future Forward brings together the founders, leaders, and investors shaping what’s next - all in one room at SXSW 2026. 🤝🏾🚀 Across three focused tracks, you’ll hear directly from operators who’ve scaled and bootstrapped real businesses, leaders navigating visibility and growth, and funders actively writing checks and building aligned teams. These are not surface-level conversations. They’re practical, candid, and grounded in experience. From entrepreneurship to leadership to capital, this lineup reflects the full lifecycle of building - and the people who’ve already done it. If you’re coming to SXSW to learn from people in the work and leave with momentum you can actually use, this is where your day starts. 🎟️ Register here: https://lnkd.in/eGtuU6mG Theanna, Angel Hive, Masthead Strategies, Fivefoottwo Marketing, Luminary, Fierce Foundry, Angel Next Door Podcast, The Fourth Effect, The Whisper Group, WE Global Studios, XO, Maria Louise, Crossover Meats, Woosh Beauty, LLC, Cien.ai, Venturous Counsel, Ghost Democracy, Beget Love Consulting, InviNext Growth Partners, Fincore, How Women Invest, ayana Foundation, VectorMedicalGroup, Xmartlabs, Justworks, Google, Fidelity Investments, Association of Women's Business Centers, Sapphire Labs, Foley Hoag LLP #SXSW #womentintech #blackwomenintech #techcommunity #techconference

We’re excited to kick off Black History Month being part of a space that centers purpose, community, and impact. 🤩💪🏾 Leading with Purpose: Strategy, Technology, and Community at Work, an evening at Fordham University bringing together leaders across tech, finance, consulting, and the public sector for a meaningful conversation on leadership, AI, and career growth. Join us for an engaging conversation, meaningful connections, and an impactful exchange of ideas with our community! 📅 Feb 18, 2026 | ⏰ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm | 📍 Lincoln Center, NYC 🎟️ Limited free tickets available 👉🏾 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eAsj5_GG (bio link) #networkingevent #NYCEvents #blackwomen #blackhistorymonth #techconference

SXSW 2026 starts March 12 at Google Austin—and Women Future Forward is where the real momentum begins. We're bringing together 15 powerhouse women's organizations and 30+ industry-shaping thought leaders for a full day of substance: tactical panels with founders who've raised millions and scaled companies, hot seat networking that creates high-value connections, 1:1 expert sessions across legal, marketing, finance, and investing, and relationships that last far beyond Austin. Learn from Cate Luzio (Luminary), Regina Gwynn (Black Women Talk Tech), Michelle Jacobs (Womaness), Katie Dunn (Angel Investor), and other leaders who've already broken through the barriers you're facing. This isn't another SXSW side event. This is your strategic advantage! 🎟️ Register now to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/eGtuU6mG #SXSW #womentintech #blackwomenintech #techcommunity #techconference

We're proud to support Leading with Purpose: Strategy, Technology, and Community at Work, an evening at Fordham University bringing together leaders across tech, finance, consulting, and the public sector for a meaningful conversation on leadership, AI, and career growth. 📍 Feb 18, 2026 | Lincoln Center, NYC 🎟️ Limited free tickets available We’re honored to be part of a space that centers purpose, community, and impact. Join us! 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eAsj5_GG

If you’re building a tech or scalable company, understanding how funding works is non-negotiable. 📈💸 Not all capital is created equal and the wrong funding choice can slow growth, limit control, or cost more long-term than founders expect. At Black Women Talk Tech, we believe access to capital starts with access to clear, practical information. 👉🏾 That’s why we break down the funding landscape in ways that help Black women founders make informed, strategic decisions aligned with building billion-dollar, scalable companies. This is about more than money! It’s about ownership, sustainability, and long-term impact. 💾 Save this for reference and share it with a founder who’s navigating funding decisions right now. #funding #techfounders #womenintech #startup #businesstips

This Black History Month marks 100 years of formally recognizing Black excellence, resilience, and impact. 💪🏾🖤 For Black women in tech, history isn’t only something we reflect on: it’s something we actively shape through innovation, leadership, and community building. Every product launched, team led, and barrier broken adds to a legacy still in motion. 💬 What does Black History Month represent for you as a Black woman in tech? We invite you to share your perspective below. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackWomenInTech #WomenInTech #Innovation #BlackCommunity