Shanique Yates

AFROTECH STAFF

Shanique Yates

Shanique Liz Yates is an Atlanta-based journalist and content creator with a passion for storytelling on a range of topics that include business, culture, entertainment, and news. Her work can be found across platforms like aspireTV, REVOLT, BAUCE, and more!

Want to read more?

Articles1733

Ice Cube's 'Are We There Yet' Franchise, Which Generated $156M Worldwide, Acquired By Paramount Skydance

With the recent news of Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Cube's Are We There Yet? franchise, it's worth noting that what the iconic rapper has created with Cube Vision places him in an entirely different lane from his counterparts.

Jun 26, 2026

How Xbox Showcased 'The Power Of Black Voices In Gaming' At AFROTECH™ Conference 2024

Director of the ID@Xbox Developer Acceleration Program, James Lewis, chats about diversity in gaming during the AFROTECH™ Conference 2024.

Dec 13, 2024

AFROTECH™ 2024 — Microsoft And Keith Lee Join Forces To Scale Black-Owned Restaurants With AI

Keith Lee extends partnership with Microsoft during the AFROTECH Conference 2024, to showcase the power of AI technology.

Dec 4, 2024

AFROTECH™ 2024 — From Idea To Impact: How The Conference Sparked SPILL, The Platform Redefining Community And Culture

SPILL VP of Community and Partnerships Kenya Parham speaks with AFROTECH™ during this year's conference about new features.

Nov 27, 2024

AFROTECH™ 2024 — Cliff Worley On AI’s Role In Shaping The Future Of Entrepreneurship

Kapor Capital's Cliff Worley shares AI tools with AFROTECH™ Conference 2024 attendees to grow their startups.

Nov 25, 2024

AFROTECH™ 2024 — While T.I. Is Here For Innovation, He Also Believes Technology Could Never Replace Human Emotion And Here's Why

T.I. talks innovation and why he believes technology could never replace human emotion at AFROTECH™ Conference.

Nov 21, 2024

AFROTECH™ 2024 — 'Consumers Know When It’s Phony,' CEO Of The Walton Isaacson Agency Aaron Walton Says While Discussing The Power Of Authenticity

Following his “The Art of Brand Collaborations” session during AFROTECH™ 2024, Aaron Walton explained the importance of authenticity.

Nov 20, 2024

AFROTECH™ 2024 — Will.i.am Recalls His Mother Using Her Last $200 To Help Him Jumpstart His Music Career

Will.i.am hit the AFROTECH™ 2024 Conference to share where his ambitions come from, recalling a humble upbringing in South L.A.

Nov 20, 2024

AFROTECH™ 2024 — Hannah Bronfman Went From DJ To Angel Investor Of Over 70 Companies, Now She Looks To Start Her Own Fund

During the 2024 AFROTECH Conference, Hanna Bronfman detailed her journey from DJ to angel investor, pouring millions into over 70 companies.

Nov 19, 2024

AFROTECH™ 2024 — Bun B Declares, 'I Was Not Given This Company Just to Cash Out,' As He Shares His Journey With Trill Burgers

Bun B explains his path toward success with Trill Burgers during AFROTECH™ 2024, and explains how he used his impact to get people to buy in.

Nov 16, 2024

AFROTECH™ 2024 — Colin Kaepernick Urges 'All Money Is Not Good Money' And Talks Lumi, His AI-Powered Storytelling Platform

Colin Kaepernick joined AFROTECH™ 2024 to discuss Lumi, his AI-powered platform using the technology to democratize storytelling.

Nov 15, 2024

AFROTECH™ 2024 — Creative Collective NYC Founder Imani Ellis Says 'Black Culture And Black Creators Are Driving The Economy'

The Creative Collective's Imani Ellis and Kensington Grey's Shannae Ingleton Smith discuss how Black creators can get paid their worth.

Nov 14, 2024

Dr. D’Wayne Edwards, An HBCU President And Shoe Designer With Over 50 Patents, Partners With Target To Release Innovative Shoe Collection

ÜNOS by Sz creator Dr. D'wayne Edwards chats with AFROTECH™ about the new footwear line now available in Target.

Oct 9, 2024

Big Sean Champions Detroit's Pensole Lewis College, The Only Design-Focused HBCU, And Reflects On The Importance Of Empowering The City’s Voice

Big Sean speaks with AFROTECH™ about the importance of education, betting on yourself, and partnering with PLC Detroit.

Sep 26, 2024

AFROTECH™ Conference Speaker And Google's Matthew Robinson Says His Advice For Tech Enthusiasts Is To 'Stay Curious, Adapt, And Embrace Change'

UX design pro Matthew Robinson speaks to what tech enthusiasts have to look forward to during the 2024 AfroTech™ Conference.

Sep 24, 2024