Gusto Gathers: Advancing Black Businesses with AI #ATLTechWeek

​Join Us for Gusto Gathers: Advancing Black Businesses with AI

​Location: Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs
Date: Monday, June 9 | 3:30–6:00 PM
Part of #ATLTechWeek

​Join us at the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs for Gusto Gathers: Advancing Black Businesses with AI—an afternoon where innovation meets celebration. Whether you’re a founder, small business owner, or change-maker in Atlanta, this is your chance to connect with fellow leaders, swap stories, and discover how AI can help your business thrive.

​This event is part of #ATLTechWeek—a week of events hosted by builders, VCs, and startups spotlighting Atlanta as a top 5 tech hub.

​Why Attend

• ​Learn how AI can work for you—not against you

• ​Connect directly with Gusto and partners who champion Black-owned businesses

• ​Walk away with tools, insights, and community to help your business thrive

​What to Expect

​3:30 PM – Sip + Social
Kick off the afternoon with signature mocktails/cocktails, small bites, and good vibes as you explore AI tools, chat with business leaders, and get to know the Gusto community.

​4:00 PM – Fireside Chat
Hear from dynamic local leaders and a Gusto expert about how AI is changing how we grow, hire, and operate—with less stress and more intention. Expect real talk on how to use AI to support your business and your people—not replace them.

​Panelists include:

• ​Liberty White – Founder & CEO, She Learns AI
  A global trailblazer equipping 1M women with AI and tech skills. Liberty leads community-centered initiatives that drive representation, innovation, and workforce readiness at the intersection of diversity and AI.
  IG: @SheLearnsAI | LinkedIn

• ​Durantae Lucas – CPA + SaaS Finance Professional
  A fractional CFO guiding tech founders and startups in the Southeast. With deep roots in the startup space, Durantae specializes in the financial health and growth of emerging businesses.

• ​Takia Lamb – Founder & CEO, TK Consulting & Design™
  An Atlanta-based branding and creative strategist helping small businesses thrive through intentional marketing and messaging. Host of Talkin’ with TK, Takia brings a heart-centered approach to design and entrepreneurship.

​5:00 PM – Final Cheers + Community Wrap-Up
Grab your swag, collect resources from the Gusto booth, and wrap up the evening with more networking and inspiration to take back to your business.