Field To Boardroom 2 (FTBR 2): Technology Series, is a technology conference created to provide resources, networks, and opportunities to Black and Brown tech professionals, entrepreneurs, and students. This three-day event will focus on the latest advancements in tech, as well as, top issues facing the Black and Brown tech community, including representation and business ownership. The program will feature presentations, panel discussions, breakout sessions, a pitch competition, after parties and musical performances.
VENUE
JW Marriott Charlotte
Larry Okey Onyejekwe Jr. MD, JD earned a Juris Doctorate from Stanford Law, and a Doctor of Medicine from The Ohio State University. He served in the Iraq war as a Lieutenant Colonel, practiced law as an IP Litigator, and co-founded a company that developed a full-service vaccination management software for Pediatric and Family Medicine Clinics. Today, Dr. Onyejekwe Jr. is Vice President of Healthcare Ops and Medical Affairs at 23andMe.
Why aren't there more Black-Owned technology companies? Our panel will venture to address this question along with other hurdles facing Black IT Professionals. The discussion will incorporate participation from the audience in hopes to inspire fruitful dialog and uncover potential ideas and solutions.
Platinum Level Sponsors will present the latest opportunities in their respective fields. Discussion topics may include, 5G Tech, Autonomous Driving, DARQ (Distributed Ledger Technology (such as blockchain)), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Extended Reality (including Virtual and Augmented Reality), Cyber Security, and Quantum Computing. Walk away with insights from leading IT professionals that are applicable across all industries.
The FTBR Black Tech Pitch Competition is designed for majority Black-Owned, Pre-Series A start-up technology businesses looking for funding and support. Eligible contestants will go through an application and selection process, top applicants will be chosen to pitch their business to our panel of Venture Capitalists and Investors looking for fresh ideas with potential impact. Prize money in the amount of $5,000, and $1,500 will be awarded to the winner and runner-up respectively.
The VIP Brunch will feature four time Olympic medalist and two time World Record holder in swimming, Cullen Jones. In addition to his accolades and accomplishments, Cullen is passionate about giving back and has developed a partnership with USA Swimming Foundation’s Make a Splash Program. Cullen tries to help all people learn how to swim. Cullen is also a Senior Manager of Sports Marketing and Philanthropy at Speedo where they are constantly working to innovate the sport of swimming with technology.
SPONSORSHIP
$10,000
4 VIP Tickets W/Parking
5 Gen. Admin Tickets
Exhibitor Booth
Host Breakout Session
Appear in Conference Ad.
2 min Speach at Event
Interview on Podcast
Advertise on Podcast
Article on S&E Website
Attendee Data
Primary Logo Display
$5,000
2 VIP Tickets W/Parking
2 Gen. Admission Tickets
Exhibitor Booth
Appear in Conference Ad.
Mention at VIP Brunch
Mention at Kick-Off Event
Attendee Data
Secondary Logo Display
$2,500
1 VIP Tickets W/Parking
2 Gen. Admission Tickets
Exhibitor Booth
Mention at Kick-Off Event
Attendee Data
Secondary Logo Display
$1,000
Exhibitor Booth
2 Gen. Admission Tickets
Logo in Event Handbook
$2,500 Minimum
Judge Competition
2 VIP Tickets W/Parking
Guest on S&E Podcast
2 min Speach at Event
Article on S&E Website
Attendee Data
$150-$600
Mention in Event Handbook
$600-$1,200
Secondary Logo
Mention in Event Handbook
$1,200 Plus
Interview CCP
Secondary Logo
Mention in Event Handbook
Submit Your Email To Inquire About Sponsorship Opportunities
FEATURED GUESTS
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
6:30 p.m. - Welcome/Check-in (Letter from Obi Chukwumah with Agenda)
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Kick-off Meet & Greet + Exhibitor Reception (Cocktails & Small Plate Dinner)
8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. - Performance (Mekka Don)
9:00a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - Breakfast
9:30 a.m. - 9:40 a.m. - Introduction & Welcome (Obi Chukwumah Space & Equity Corp CEO)
9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. - Keynote (Dr. L. Okey Onyejekwe Jr. VP of Healthcare Ops and Medical Affairs at 23&Me)
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Panel Discussion (Panelists listed above)
12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. - Lunch
1:25 p.m - 1:40 p.m. - Space & Equity Corp / Comer Correct Consulting Presentation
1:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Breakout Sessions (Hosted by Platinum Sponsors)
Session (1): 1:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Session (2): 2:45 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Session (3): 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Breakfast
10:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Black Tech Entrepreneur Pitch Competition
12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. - VIP Lunch (Special Guest Presentation)
Tayo Aina - Interview (Time TBD)