Name: Diversity Advocates SXSW Meetup
Start: 2019-03-11T12:00:00-04:00
End: 2019-03-11T15:00:00-04:00
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Registration & Networking
Registration & Networking

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                Diversity Advocates SXSW Meetup            
March 
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2019
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A battle for funds, fame and the brightest future in tech.

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The Game-Changers
20 companies showing significant commitment to Diversity & Inclusion. Our network of influencers, advocates, and experts have found the top 20 companies in Austin that show the best in Diversity and Inclusion.
 
Your vote makes the difference: the top 5 companies with the most votes will win at our Inaugural event.
 
Join us for an evening of drinks, snacks, and as much genius you can handle.

The Game-Changers
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It's time to step out from behind our keyboards and connect during SXSW! This casual meetup for Diversity Advocates is your chance to meet the group, make connections, and share your experiences.

This event is hosted by the creators of the Austin Mosaic Awards, an event honoring companies that are leading cultural shifts in diversity and inclusion.
#DASXSW

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Why you should rSVP

Meet the community
This is a unique opportunity to meet current and future Diversity Advocates in person and engage in meaningful conversations. You may also meet your next teammate, co-founder, or investor during meaningful engagement.

Unwind
Connect with the group in a relaxed space. Food and drinks are included.

Be inspired.
Build together and get inspiration to take your diversity initiatives to the next level. You'll be able to share, ask questions and get answers from others in the group.
Meet the nominees
20 companies showing significant commitment to Diversity & Inclusion. Our network of influencers, advocates, and experts have found the top 20 companies in Austin that show the best in Diversity and Inclusion.
 
Your vote makes the difference: the top 5 companies with the most votes will win at our Inaugural event.
 
Join us for an evening of drinks, snacks, and as much genius you can handle.

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Nomination Committee

Preston James
CEO
DivInc

Nicole Forbes
Partner program manager
MEDIA TEMPLE, GODADDY

Becky Arreaga
President, Partner
Mercury Mambo

Moby Hayat
Mentor, Host
The Fire show

Hayley Netherton
Venture associate
Capital Factory

Rachelle Oribio
CEO and Founder
ValorUp LLC

Your Organizers
Janice Omadeke

CEO and Founder, The Mentor Method
Janice Omadeke is the CEO and Founder of The Mentor Method, a MassChallenge Texas company that's helping companies increase their inclusion and retention of diverse talent. Janice served as a DC Ambassador at SXSW, was selected to attend The White House Summit on Building the Tech Workforce of Tomorrow, and a top 10 finalist in Rent the Runway's Project Entrepreneur.
>> LinkedIn
Ruben Cantu

Director of Inclusive Innovation, University of Texas, Austin
Experienced Founder with a demonstrated history of working in the media production industry. Strong entrepreneurship professional skilled in Digital Strategy, Media Relations, Social Impact, and Film Production.
>> LinkedIn
Naji H. Kelley

Founder and CEO at BLNDED Media
As the Founder and CEO of BLNDED Media, my passion is to enable the success of others through entrepreneurial pursuits. BLNDED Media is a digital network for multicultural audiences interested in businesses.
>> LinkedIn
Meet the companies nominated for your vote!
Small to Mid-Size Companies

large companies

Diversity & Inclusion Influencer of The Year

The Location

The Menlo NY Hotel is located in the heart of New York City's "Silicon Alley." Register at the front desk and head on back to the SoHo Room.

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The Nominees
Ron Flex

Founder, Power Pushers
Power Pushers connects fitness-focused users with health and nutrition experts to create custom workouts, holistic diets and a wellness regime.
Keighty Simms

CEO, BankTank
Many underserved communities need guidance to help organize personal finance and public assistance. BankTank helps navigate the waters with a powerful software platform.
Daryn Daniels

Founder, Leg Up Inc.
As a former U.S. Marine, Daryn Daniels saw firsthand the devastation caused by combat. Leg Up Inc. is developing new artifical smart limb technology for returning vets.
Tootsie Napolitano

VP of Product, Ding!Ring!
Sometimes, we need a nudge to get us where we need to be, doing what we need to do. Ding!Ring! is wearable tech that provides gentle reminders on the go.
Malala Chodary

President, Frost Finder
Frost Finder provides affordable climate control to small farmers in developing nations, helping to save thousands of pounds of food and seed otherwise lost to poor storage.
The Lineup
12:00pm –
Registration & Networking

12:30pm –
Welcome Remarks
Cynthia Overton, PhD
Janice Omadeke
Naji H. Kelley
Ruben Cantu
1:00pm –
More networking, celebrating and photos
3:00pm –
Event closes

Sponsor Block #12
Sponsors and Partners

The spot to gather

"Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic."
– Arthur C. Clarke, Author

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Your Organizers
Janice Omadeke

CEO, Founder, The Mentor Method
Janice Omadeke is the CEO and Founder of The Mentor Method, a MassChallenge Texas company that's helping companies increase their inclusion and retention of diverse talent. Janice served as a DC Ambassador at SXSW, was selected to attend The White House Summit on Building the Tech Workforce of Tomorrow, and a top 10 finalist in Rent the Runway's Project Entrepreneur.
Ruben Cantu

CEO at LevelUp Institute
Experienced Founder with a demonstrated history of working in the media production industry. Strong entrepreneurship professional skilled in Digital Strategy, Media Relations, Social Impact, and Film Production.
Naji Kelley

Founder and CEO at BLNDED Media
As the Founder and CEO of BLNDED Media, my passion is to enable the success of others through entrepreneurial pursuits. BLNDED Media is a digital network for multicultural audiences interested in businesses.

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