Black Tech Week announces notable film director as 2024 keynote speaker
Last updated: June 28, 2024, 9:16 AM EST
Black Tech Week has announced Ava DuVernay, a renowned filmmaker, director and social justice advocate, as the keynote speaker for the event. DuVernay has worked on several projects, including “Selma,” “13th” and “What They See.” She is an Academy Award nominee and multiple Emmy Award winner. “Ava’s dedication to creating opportunities and platforms for people of color is deeply aligned with our efforts to support diverse founders,” said Candace Matthews, founder and CEO of Lightship Foundation. “Her insight and experience will undoubtedly inspire attendees to continue to push boundaries and drive change.” Black Tech Week will feature a special screening of DuVernay’s latest film, “Origins,” inspired by the book by Isabel Wilkerson. Aujaneux Ellis Taylor, Niecy Nash Betts, Vera Farminga, Nick Offerman and more will appear. Black Tech Week will run from July 16-18. Innovators, entrepreneurs and thought leaders from across industries come together to celebrate Black tech culture. The event will feature a diverse range of speakers, interactive workshops, networking opportunities and cutting-edge technology and service showcases. To register for Black Tech Week, visit blacktechweek.com.
Black Tech Week has announced renowned filmmaker, director and social justice advocate Ava DuVernay as the keynote speaker for the event.
DuVernay has worked on several projects, including “Selma,” “13th” and “When They See Us.” She is an Academy Award nominee and multiple Emmy Award winner.
“Ava’s dedication to creating opportunities and platforms for people of color is deeply aligned with our efforts to support diverse founders,” said Candace Matthews, founder and CEO of Lightship Foundation. “Her insight and experience will undoubtedly inspire participants to continue pushing boundaries to drive change.”
Black Tech Week will feature a special screening of DuVernay’s latest film, “Origins,” inspired by the book by Isabel Wilkerson and featuring cast members Aunjanu Ellis Taylor, Niecy Nash Betts, Vera Farminga and Nick Offerman.
Black Tech Week will take place from July 16-18, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs and thought leaders from across industries to celebrate Black Tech culture. The event will feature a diverse lineup of speakers, interactive workshops, networking opportunities and showcases cutting-edge technologies and services.
To register for Black Tech Week, visit blacktechweek.com.
