You've got to meet Shea Taylor, Vice President of Innovation Economy, Startup Banking at J.P. Morgan, and a proud native ATLien. Shea thrives on seeking new challenges and pushing boundaries. That's why he joined J.P. Morgan—to help founders explore what's behind doors #2 and #3, not just door #1, especially when it comes to disruptive tech. His superpower? Giving Founders the tools and insights so they can build as they fly. His business philosophy centers on servitude—serving business owners and contributing to their success. Shea takes pride in being an active participant in building the Atlanta we know and love today. His words of wisdom for founders: "Pursue a relentless perfection of your craft. Founding a business is an activity-based sport, and results come from continuous effort and activity." Join him and other dope members of the community here atlblacktech.org
Atlanta Black Tech
Technology, Information and Internet
Atlanta, Georgia 4,498 followers
Improving the quality and quantity of people of African descent in Atlanta's tech ecosystem.
About us
The convening body for the Black tech K-12, college, corporate, government, and startup community in Metro Atlanta. An ecosystem building program by Goodie Nation
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http://www.atlblacktech.org
External link for Atlanta Black Tech
- Industry
- Technology, Information and Internet
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2017
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Atlanta, Georgia 30308, US
Employees at Atlanta Black Tech
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Cicely Parker, MBA, CRA is a distinguished leader in finance and technology and a Senior Solutions Engineer at Oracle. Her proficiency in Cloud ERP and EPM solutions has established her as a vital advisor in finance operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Procurement. Cicely is renowned for her strategic approach in leveraging cloud computing solutions to enhance university business processes, demonstrating exceptional leadership in team coordination, cross-departmental collaboration, and specialized training in Fusion Analytics Warehouse. Beyond her professional achievements, Cicely has significantly contributed to community development through her leadership of the Girls Today Women Tomorrow Leadership Institute between 2006 and 2013, mentoring young girls to foster leadership qualities and encouraging their educational advancement. Cicely's personal interests include traveling, dancing, and pursuing golf, reflecting a balanced blend of professional dedication and personal enrichment. Her distinguished career and commitment to community service exemplify her comprehensive expertise and leadership in both her professional field and personal endeavors. Our community dinners are happening next week, and this is the perfect time to jump into the community and get your reservation so you can meet dope people like Cicely. https://lnkd.in/edTJqGY4 #AtlantaBlackTech
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Have you seen our ecosystem help us map the ecosystem? That's community right there for you! Drop the program, organization, or leader in the comments that: A Tech/Computer Science Org for K-12/College Based in Atlanta or significant presence in ATL Black-led or primarily targeting Black students. Let's goooooo!
Board Director | Transformative Philanthropic Leader | Social Impact Engineer | Equitable Education Champion
✊🏾 As a key advocate for equitable access to technology and computer science education, I’m thrilled to support an incredible initiative - an Ecosystem Mapping Project by Atlanta Black Tech. This project aims to identify every Black-led or Black-inclusive organization in Atlanta that is working to make tech and computer science more accessible to Black K-12 and College students. 🚀 Let’s come together to spotlight the organizations making a real difference in our community. 🗣️ Tag a program, organization, or leader in the comments that: A Tech/Computer Science Org for K-12/College Based in Atlanta or significant presence in ATL Black-led or primarily targeting Black students I’m giving a shoutout to Nancy Taiye Aragbaye, MPA , Richard Hicks and Inspiredu Atlanta, Valarie Mackey , Laron A. Walker, Dane Bamburry, MBA , Jasmine Miller , Yamilee Toussaint , Natoshia Anderson, Ed. D. , Bryan Cox , Oneisha Freeman Rojales and Georgia Technology Authority , Dr. Maxine Cain . ⚡️Who else should be on the radar for @atlblacktech? Tag them below! If you get tagged, make sure you tag someone else! 🙌🏽😎 #atlblacktech #weourus #ecosystemmap #k12 #college #computerscience
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Last night, we kicked off our Inaugural Cohort of Equity Wings! After a rigorous selection process, we welcomed the first-ever group of 46 trailblazing professionals to our Equity Wings angel investing training program. ➡️Here's a Snapshot -18 members are accredited investors, bringing substantial financial power to support innovative ventures. -A variety of expertise from Health & Wellness to Cybersecurity, AI, and MedTech - Industry leaders from founders to CEOs and senior principals on board, this group boasts incredible leadership and startup experience. This program isn't just about training investors; it's about building a community passionate about supporting underrepresented founders and driving meaningful change. Over the next few weeks, our cohort will dive into the world of angel investing, gaining skills to evaluate startups, make strategic investments, and foster a more inclusive ecosystem. Learn more about these dope people here https://lnkd.in/gMPfdhJK #AtlantaBlackTech
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We want to introduce you to Cinamon White, Ed.S. She is a multi-talented force in the tech industry, actively working to close the gender gap. As a co-founder of Techknow LLC and AmericanSTEAMAcademy, she empowers young women to pursue careers in STEAM. Beyond her co-founding roles, Cinamon is deeply involved in the Atlanta tech community. She Leads Google Developer Groups (GDG) Atlanta and is an Ambassador of Women Techmakers. Currently, Cinamon is at the forefront of quantum communication technology with Synapse Solutions. She's dope, and this is a community member you need to know. To be a community member, we all need to know, join us at https://lnkd.in/edTJqGY4
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Our Ecosystem Mapping Project is an effort to map every single Black-led or Black-inclusive organization making technology and computer science more accessible for Black K-12/College Students. We need your help - Join us in shining a light on powerful organizations doing impactful work in this space. 🗣️ Tag an organization, program, or leader in the comments that are the following: -A Tech/Computer Science Org for K-12/College -Based in Atlanta or significant presence in ATL -Black-led or primarily targeting Black students Who should we not leave off the list? If you get tagged, make sure you tag someone else! 🙌🏽
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Applications are due THIS Sunday 8/25. Apply to Goodie Nation’s Equity Wings Cohort - a free, month-long journey designed to empower and educate aspiring angel investors right here in Atlanta to invest in local Black-founded startups! Here’s what you will learn from this program: ✅Foundational Knowledge ✅Startup Evaluation Skills ✅Due Diligence Expertise ✅Investment Decision-Making ✅Post-Investment Support Strategies Learn more & Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eMDsWP_3 Make sure you share this so we all win. #AtlantaBlackTech
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✊🏾 As we get to know more and more leaders in Atlanta’s K-12/College Tech & Computer Science Community, we get more excited to keep it going! This is an effort to map every single Black-led or Black-inclusive organization making technology and computer science more accessible for Black K-12/College Students. We need your help - let's shine a light on powerful organizations doing impactful work in this space. 🗣️ Tag an organization, program, or leader in the comments that are the following: -A Tech/Computer Science Org for K-12/College -Based in Atlanta or significant presence in ATL -Black-led or primarily targeting Black students We're shining a light on these organizations Bryan Cox, Research Faculty at the Constellations Center for Equity in Computing (Georgia Institute of Technology) Deidra Morrison Wells & Napiya Nubuya at The Next IT Girl Torrance Evans, Atlanta Chapter Leader of Black Boys Code ⚡️Who should not be left off the list?! If you get tagged, make sure you tag someone else! 🙌🏽😎 #atlblacktech #weourus #ecosystemmap #k12 #college #computerscience