Introducing the Black Innovation Leaders of Florida – Innovation Tour

Network, sample dishes from local restaurants with wine and beer sampling and a chance to interact with innovative displays.

Tampa, FL – August 15, 2023. The Florida Black Innovation Tour, a pioneering series of events poised to captivate different cities, is set to bring a new era of empowerment and innovation. This transformative tour, set to start in Tampa on August 25-26, 2023, is organized by the Black Innovation Leaders of Florida in collaboration with its organization’s members. It is all about uniting organizations, tech talent, entrepreneurs, leaders, politicians, corporate executives, and venture capitalists from diverse backgrounds to help the black community succeed in building wealth and equity in the innovation community.

It all starts on August 25th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI). People will come together to network, sample dishes from local restaurants with wine and beer sampling, and have a chance to interact with innovative displays. Then for Day 2 at the Entrepreneur Collaborative Center on August 26, from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM, the community will gather to discuss public policy issues. Conversations around engaging in the legislative process and protecting yourself in this new stage of AI. The Tampa event wouldn’t happen without the support of these members, sponsors, and partners: The Mainframe, Blacks in Tech Tampa Bay, Above Promotions, HHillsborough County Entrepreneur Collaborative Center, and MOSI.

“It’s time for us to come together. Our strength lies in our unity, working together to drive real change and make a positive impact,” says Ebony Vaz, Founder & CEO of Above Promotions. With each event on this journey, attendees can expect to gain invaluable perspectives into the challenges confronting the black community and its participation in today’s and tomorrow’s innovations. The tour stops will address the topics of Capital, Procurement, Education, Talent, and Public Policy. Along the way, each city will have science and technology-related displays, making this a unique experience for all attendees.

The innovation tour is more than just a series of events – it’s a chance to be part of making the state a true hub of inclusive and advanced innovations. Join us in shaping a brighter future! Other upcoming cities include Orlando, Miami, and Pensacola.

About the Black Innovation Leaders of Florida: Uniting organizations and innovation community leaders across the state of Florida who share a focus on improving the current and future state of innovation within the black community. By focusing on key areas such as public policy, procurement, talent, education, and capital, we aim to create an ecosystem that nurtures innovation and drives lasting change. By fostering an inclusive environment, we can address the challenges the black community faces more effectively and create opportunities that benefit everyone. Visit the official website at http://blackinnovationfl.org/ to learn more.

Originally posted 2023-08-19 13:02:52.