BLK Tech Connect #3 (Sponsored By PerryLabs)

​Join us for BLK Tech Connect #3, a dynamic conversation moderated by Dez Jones, founder of Hey Follow Up and author of Hey, Nice to Meet You, spotlighting the journeys of Black tech founders who built their empires from the ground up.

​This event is all about real stories, real strategy, and real community—designed to inspire the next generation of builders, founders, and innovators.

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​🎤 This Month’s Panel Features:

​Jeffrey Scruggs - AI Engineer, CTO of Venture 4 Them & Founder of Majestic Light Group

​Dontae Tyler - Founder of OQP Solutions, also known as The Cyber Hygienist

​MarKeisha Snaith - Sr. Security Architect & Founder of Xire

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​They’ll dive into:

• ​How they turned ideas into thriving tech businesses

• ​The unique challenges (and wins) of Black entrepreneurship

• ​Practical tips on scaling, funding, and building your brand

• ​How AI is shaping the future—and how you can leverage it early

• ​What it takes to succeed and stay ahead in today’s fast-changing tech landscape

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​📅 Event Schedule

• ​11:00 AM – Doors Open

• ​11:30 AM – Networking Mixer

• ​12:00 PM – Opening Remarks + Icebreaker

• ​12:30 – 1:15 PM – Panel Discussion + Audience Q&A

• ​1:15 – 2:00 PM – Community Chat & Wrap-Up

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​✨ Plus raffles and small bites will be available throughout the event to keep the vibes flowing!

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​🎟️ Tickets: Minimum donation: $3

​All donations go directly toward covering event expenses and supporting future BLK Tech Connect community events.

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​🌐 Who Should Attend?

• ​Aspiring and current Black founders

• ​Tech enthusiasts and AI-curious minds

• ​Community builders and creatives

• ​Anyone interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, and ownership

​🔗 Stay Connected

​Follow @blktechconnect on social to stay in the loop about upcoming events, workshops, and community collaborations.