Black Founders in Tech Pitch Competition and Social

Whether you’re a Black founder in tech, a funder, an investor, or anyone interested in inclusive innovation, join us on November 9th from 5:30-8:00 pm to learn, connect, and celebrate Black business leaders.

This event will feature:

• Pitches from five incredible founders (and prize money too)
• Tech info booths and resources
• The opportunity to mix, mingle, and build your network over good food and drink

Congratulations to our finalists!

• Temi Okesanya, Founder of Road Aider  
• Margaret Adekunle, Founder of City Lending Centres 
• Sean Hervo, Founder of First Step Analytics / Prepad 
• Kevin Mpunga, Founder of Elev Homes 
• Jefferson Roc, Founder of Eimhe 
• Ange Paye, Founder of Voto App  
• Lulu Mashonganyika, Founder of LiiT Care Connect Inc. 

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This event is the inaugural event of the BIPOC Rural Tech Founders event series (Nov 2022-Oct 2023) and is proudly hosted by Innovate Calgary amongst other Alberta-based organizations including Black Business Ventures Association, Calgary Innovation Coalition, Black Canadian Women in Action, BIPOC Foundation, Platform Calgary and Catapult Start-Ups.