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  • Lumiii Joins Collision 2022 as a Featured Impact Startup

    Lumiii Joins Collision 2022 as a Featured Impact Startup

    Lumiii opens the door to metaverse and digital world education for tweens and adults, making it easy to learn together.

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    Jun 21, 2022


    TORONTO, June 21, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    Secret Pirates Entertainment Inc., creators of The Secret Order of Lumiiis franchise, announces that it will be joining a prominent lineup of companies at Collision 2022 as part of their Featured Impact Startups. Collision 2022 will be held at the Enercare Center in Toronto from June 20 to June 23.

    Lumiii opens the world of Web3 and the metaverse to kids and adults and continues to disrupt the industry with its unique learn-to-earn ecosystem.

    “We’re thrilled to be recognized as a startup doing more than chasing unicorn status,” said Ali Badshah, Co-Founder, CEO, and Creator of Lumiii Franchise. “We’re solving far-reaching problems with global impact using sustainable methods that prioritize social collaboration and sharing over competition and profit.”

    Known as North America’s fastest-growing tech conference, Collision 2022 will feature over 400 expert topical speakers and over 1,250 startups. Featured Impact Startups will have the opportunity to connect with top investors, network with potential mentors, and learn from the top names in tech. Over 33,000 attendees are expected this year.

    Lumiii’s mission is built alongside the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals, which include No Poverty, Zero Hunger, and Reduced Inequalities — all created to address global challenges like climate change, poverty, and environmental degradation.

    An innovative, fun way of introducing Web3 and blockchain technology to kids and families, Lumiii is poised to shine at Collision 2022 as a Featured Impact Startup, continuing to build its community through industry-leading partnerships and programs.

    Lumiii’s blockchain-powered, decentralized edutainment ecosystem is the first of its kind with a full product suite of TV media, governance and play-to-earn tokens, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), toys & collectibles, metaverse and decentralized finance platforms, and digital education.

    To learn more about Lumiii, please visit https://lumiiis.newswiremap.com.

    About Secret Pirates Entertainment Inc.

    Secret Pirates Entertainment Inc. is a Canadian global media and gaming company marketing consumer products across all age groups. Founded in 2021 by Ali Badshah and Mehdi Rahman, Secret Pirates’ mandate is to democratize the global arts and entertainment industry through altruism and decentralized technologies.

    About Lumiii

    Lumiii uses interactive storytelling and learn-to-earn gaming to build the next generation of skilled and conscientious people. Co-founded by ACTRA Award-nominated actor, showrunner, and comedian Ali Badshah and international business leader Mehdi Rahman, Lumiii by Secret Pirates Entertainment Inc. demystifies the blockchain and decentralized finance (DeFi) for kids and adults, while amplifying the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) through its entertainment, gaming, and easy-to-use digital offerings.

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    Madeleine Moench
    madeleine@newswire.com 

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  • Fox Soul Partners With Black Women Talk Tech for the 6th Annual ‘Roadmap to Billions’ Conference

    Fox Soul Partners With Black Women Talk Tech for the 6th Annual ‘Roadmap to Billions’ Conference

    Jewel Burks Solomon and Tanya Van Court Slated as Keynote Speakers for the Two-Day Hybrid Event.

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    May 31, 2022


    BROOKLYN, N.Y., May 31, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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     Today, Black Women Talk Tech announces that FOX SOUL, the Black community’s premiere free streaming platform, will serve as an official media partner for their 6th Annual Roadmap to Billions hybrid conference, taking place June 15-17 at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Brooklyn, New York. The program aims to celebrate Black culture and deal with real topics that impact the everyday lives of the Black community through frank and insightful dialogue with local and national influencers. The conference event will be hybrid, offering virtual activations and livestream content for the online audience.   

    Black Women Talk Tech is a collective of Black women tech founders identifying, supporting, and encouraging Black women to build the next billion-dollar business. This is the largest tech gathering for Black women in the World. 2,000 founders will be in attendance for the only annual tech conference created exclusively by Black women tech founders for Black female and non-binary founders and allies. Black Women Talk Tech tapped the streaming platform as thought leaders and partners to configure a traditionally live event and transform it into a hybrid in-person and virtual experience, while still maintaining the integrity and intent of the conference.

    “We’re pleased to partner with an organization whose mission is to empower and educate Black women to reach their brilliance in the tech world and beyond,” said James DuBose, general manager and head of programming at FOX Soul. “Everyone wants to have a voice, and we believe the culture is better served when those voices can be heard and appreciated beyond the privacy of our homes. This conference is just the beginning of what can come about when we work together to uplift the culture and community.”

    The conference is built from the perspective of women and the goal is to showcase the brilliance of Black women in tech, create a stage for their experiences, foster deep connections, and create real funding opportunities. Attendees will gain actionable insight and essential guidance to inspire and lead them on their entrepreneurial and professional journey through the tech landscape. There are four programming tracks this year: Culture + Marketing, Finance + Operations, Leadership, and Product + Technology, targeting founders and aspiring founders, investors and aspiring investors/fund managers, and professionals. 

    “We love the passion and vision that FOX Soul wants to bring to our conference,” said Esosa Ighodaro-Johnson, Co-Founder and CMO of Black Women Talk Tech. “Their mission has been clear since inception on celebrating and uplifting Black culture. Their partnership with the conference will help bring valuable resources to audiences who might otherwise never know the potential that exists for tech entrepreneurs.”

    The keynote speakers for the two-day hybrid event will be Jewel Burks, Tanya Van Court, and more to be announced.

    Additional confirmed speakers include Carla Harris, Vice Chairman and Managing Director at Morgan Stanley; Dee Tuck, CTO at ARRAY; Janis Bowdler, Counselor for Racial Equity at the US Department of Treasury; Kelly Ifill, Founder and CEO at Guava; David Williams, Assistant Vice President- Automation at AT&T; and Kenneth Ebie, Executive Director & Chief Development Officer, Black Entrepreneurs NYC.

    Activations this year include an Opening Night Pajama Jammy Jam, live crowdfunding, and an NFT + Crypto Corner. Tickets for this year’s Roadmap to Billions conference are available at the following link: https://bit.ly/PPLAfox 

    To register for the conference, visit www.blackwomentalktech.com. 

    To learn more about Fox Soul, visit https://foxsoul.tv.

    ABOUT FOX SOUL:
    FOX SOUL is the Black community’s premiere free streaming platform serving UNAPOLOGETICALLY BLACK, CONSUMABLE BY ALL entertainment around the clock to 44+ million viewers. With over 1,300 hours of live and interactive programming annually, we are home to some of the most iconic faces and voices of our culture: Cocktails with Queens hosted by Claudia Jordan, the award-winning FOX SOUL’s Black Report, the black filmmaker showcase known as FOX SOUL’s Screening Room hosted by Vivica A. Fox, The Book of Sean hosted by Dr. Sean McMillan, Business of Being Black with Tammi Mac, TEA G-I-F and more. We share YOUR voice and YOUR Truth 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information on FOX SOUL, visit us on YouTube and FOXSOUL.TV.

    ABOUT BLACK WOMEN TALK TECH:
    Black Women Talk Tech (BWTT) is a collective of black women tech founders who have a unique understanding of the challenges black women startup owners face in the industry, but most importantly they understand the contribution of these innovators. The organization seeks to identify, support, and encourage black women to build the next billion-dollar business. BWTT has chapters in Atlanta, Georgia, New York City, and San Francisco. To learn more please visit www.blackwomentalktech.com. Follow BWTT on social media pages on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. 

    MEDIA CONTACTS: 
    Demetria@PressPassLA.com
    Jennifer@PressPassLA.com 

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  • Black Women Talk Tech Announces Return of In-Person Roadmap to Billions Conference

    Black Women Talk Tech Announces Return of In-Person Roadmap to Billions Conference

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    Apr 8, 2022


    NEW YORK, April 8, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    Black Women Talk Tech, a collective of Black women tech founders identifying, supporting and encouraging Black women to build the next billion-dollar business, officially announces its 6th Annual Roadmap to Billions conference. The conference will be held June 15-17 before Juneteenth Weekend at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Brooklyn, New York. The event will be hybrid, offering virtual activations and livestream content for the online audience.   

    This is the largest tech gathering for Black women in the World. 2,000 founders will be in attendance for the only annual tech conference created exclusively by Black women tech founders for Black female and non-binary founders and allies. The conference is built from the perspective of women and the goal is to showcase the brilliance of Black women in tech, create a stage for their experiences, foster deep connections, and create real funding opportunities. Attendees will gain insight and valuable lessons to inspire and guide them on their entrepreneurial and executive journey through the tech landscape. There are four different programming tracks this year: Culture + Marketing, Finance + Operations, Leadership, and Product + Technology.

    Activations this year include an Opening Night Pajama Jammy Jam, live crowdfunding, and an NFT + Crypto Corner. Tickets for this year’s Roadmap to Billions conference are available at the following link. Early bird pricing is available now and prices will increase closer to the conference: https://bit.ly/3xagTiT 

    Confirmed speakers so far include Carla Harris, Vice Chairman and Managing Director at Morgan Stanley; Dee Tuck, CTO at ARRAY; Janis Bowdler, Counselor for Racial Equity at the US Department of Treasury; Kelly Ifill, Founder and CEO at Guava; David Williams, Assistant Vice President- Automation at AT&T; and Kenneth Ebie, Executive Director & Chief Development Officer, Black Entrepreneurs NYC.

    “We are thrilled to be back in person for our sixth annual Roadmap to Billions conference,” says Esosa Ighodaro-Johnson, Co-founder of Black Women Talk Tech. “There have been many success stories from this event, but there is much more work to be done to enrich the Black community and build for the culture.” 

    Regina Gwynn, Co-founder of Black Women Talk Tech adds, “The 6th year of the Roadmap to Billions conference will provide something for everyone at every level in their career whether investor, entrepreneur, student or professional. We are helping people create their own seat at the table where people of color often get ostracized.” 

    This year’s sponsors include Brooklyn Navy Yard, Intuit, Bloomberg, Dell for Startups, Citi, Balsamiq, Lowenstein Sandler, First Round Capital, American Family Insurance, Morgan Stanley, and JustWorks. 

    The Black Women Talk Tech community includes entrepreneurs, professionals, professionals with side hustles, engineers, product development executives and UX/UI designers. Industries their members operate in include fashionTech, medTech, edTech, finTech and entertainment. 

    About Black Women Talk Tech:
    Black Women Talk Tech (BWTT) is a worldwide collective of black women tech founders who have a unique understanding of the challenges Black women startup owners face in the industry. The organization seeks to identify, support, and encourage Black women to build the next billion-dollar business. To learn more, please visit www.blackwomentalktech.com. Follow BWTT on social media pages on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. 

    Media Contacts:
    Demetria@PressPassLA.com
    Tiffany@PressPassLA.com

    Source: Black Women Talk Tech

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