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The best tech conferences in Texas for 2026 — Houston, Austin, and Dallas. AfroTech Conference leads, with HealthStack and AI Edge under one roof November 2-6.

Dorian Smith-Garcia

Aug 26, 2026

News

Top Black Medical Conferences To Attend In 2026

The best Black medical conferences in 2026 for physicians, nurses, and health-tech leaders — including HealthStack Conference at AfroTech in Houston.

Dorian Smith-Garcia

Aug 14, 2026

Career Professional Development

How To Lead A Black ERG That Actually Works

How to lead a Black employee resource group that creates real impact — getting buy-in, running programming worth showing up for, and avoiding leader burnout.

Tyler-Christian Daniels

Aug 13, 2026

Career Professional Development

Top Black AI Conferences To Attend In 2026

The best AI conferences for Black professionals in 2026 — from AfroTech's AI Edge training day to NVIDIA GTC. Who each one is for and how to get there.

Dorian Smith-Garcia

Aug 13, 2026

Career Professional Development

How To Hire Black Tech Talent At Scale In 2026

How to recruit and hire Black tech talent in 2026 — where to find candidates, how to build a pipeline, and why AfroTech's recruiting floor works.

Tyler-Christian Daniels

Jul 29, 2026

Career News Professional Development

Top 10 Black Tech Conferences To Attend In 2026

The 10 best Black tech conferences in 2026, from AfroTech in Houston to NSBE. Dates, cities, and who each one is for.

Hayley Hynes

Jul 29, 2026

Advice Career

As An Exec Who Spent 32 Years With BET And Moved With Shifts In The Industry, Debra Lee Urges Leaders To Stay Adaptable Amid AI Changes

After 32 years at BET, former CEO Debra Lee reflects on her legacy and the importance of embracing change in an AI-driven world.

ShaCamree Gowdy

Nov 6, 2025

Advice Career

How Juan Bonilla Leverages Generosity For Brand Growth — ‘It’s About Building A Reputation And Earning Trust’

At AFROTECH™ Conference 2025, Juan Bonilla and Ayiko Broyard broke down the philosophy of “strategic generosity” at Walton Isaacson.

ShaCamree Gowdy

Oct 31, 2025

Technology

Lanny Smoot, The Disney Imagineer With The Most Patents At Walt Disney, Shares The Next Big Thing That Could Change The VR Game

At AFROTECH™ Conference 2025, Disney Imagineers Lanny Smoot and Jonathan Becker shared behind-the-scenes insights on the latest creations.

ShaCamree Gowdy

Oct 30, 2025

Advice Career

Stacey Abrams’ Life In Mississippi Drives Her Commitment To Democracy In An AI-Driven World: ‘Often We’re Told To Pick A Lane…I Picked A Freeway’

Stacey Abrams shares how expanding opportunity and understanding emerging technologies like AI are crucial to protecting democracy.

ShaCamree Gowdy

Oct 29, 2025

Branded Content

More Than Skin Deep: How Brilliance in STEM Powers L’Oréal’s Vision

At AfroTech Conference 2025, join an insightful panel to explore how diverse STEM talent at L’Oréal is building inclusive solutions.

Angela Littlefield

Oct 20, 2025

Advice Career

Watch: Joe Tillman Left Law Behind To Help Companies Raise Capital, Urging Authenticity Over Hype

At AFROTECH™ 2024, Joe Tillman of The Raine Group shared insights on staying authentic while raising capital.

ShaCamree Gowdy

Aug 11, 2025

Career

Watch: Palo Alto Networks SVP Of Strategic Pursuits Prem Iyer Shares Why Cybersecurity And AI Are The Most Important Markets In Tech Right Now

At AFROTECH™ 2024, Palo Alto Networks' Prem Iyer explained why cybersecurity and AI dominate the tech landscape.

ShaCamree Gowdy

Jul 30, 2025

Advice Career

Watch: As The First Black Woman Chair Of The NYSE Board, Sharon Bowen Says If You Don't Pay It Forward, You've 'Wasted The Seat'

At AFROTECH™ 2024, Sharon Bowen, chair of the New York Stock Exchange, reflected on her journey through law, finance, and government.

ShaCamree Gowdy

Jul 28, 2025

Business

Watch Now: Bun B Explains How His Music Career Influenced His Business Strategies

At AFROTECH™ 2024, Bun B opened up about his journey and using faith, integrity, and preparation to build a successful empire.

ShaCamree Gowdy

Jun 26, 2025