Event Schedule

The initial Event Schedule for Black Is Tech Week 2025 is now available. Subject to Changes. More Details on each of the events including Summits, Workshops, Special Events & Happy Hours will be announced along with venue details, registration & More. Be on the lookout for future announcements and updates.
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  • Day 1

    August 11, 2025

  • Tracing A.I.'s Journey: This Panel takes a comprehensive look at the historical milestones and technological advancements that have shaped the field of Artificial Intelligence. From the early days of rule-based systems and expert systems to the current era of deep learning and neural networks, we'll explore the key innovations, challenges, and breakthroughs that have brought A.I. to its current state. By understanding A.I.'s evolution, we'll gain insights into its current capabilities and future potential.
    All Things AI
    Where
    AI Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after AI Summit Registration)

  • AI is transforming the world of work at an unprecedented pace. This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the jobs, skillsets, and industries that will drive innovation and growth in the AI age. Discover the key trends, opportunities, and challenges that will shape the future of work, and gain insights into how to navigate this changing landscape.
    All Things AI
    Where
    AI Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after AI Summit Registration)

  • This panel explores the successes, challenges, and future directions of AI adoption in the enterprise. Learn from real-world examples of AI triumphs, understand the common obstacles that organizations face, and gain insights into the projected future of AI in business.
    All Things AI
    Where
    AI Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after AI Summit Registration)

  • This session dives into the practical skills needed to build AI agents, and in today’s landscape, this doesn’t necessarily mean coding. If you are eager to get hands-on building AI agents, this session will tell you the essential questions to ask before you start and tell you what you need to know to take advantage of low-code platforms that are revolutionizing AI development.
    All Things AI
    Where
    AI Summit Breakout (Venue Details Available after AI Summit Registration)

  • This talk provides an in-depth exploration of the quantum effect on artificial intelligence, covering the latest research, developments, and potential applications. Learn how quantum computing could unlock new frontiers in AI, from enhanced machine learning and faster processing to advanced problem-solving capabilities.
    All Things AI
    Where
    AI Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after AI Summit Registration)

  • As AI becomes increasingly pervasive, ensuring its ethical development and deployment is crucial. This talk discusses the importance of fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI, and examines the potential of other technologies like Blockchain and XAI to promote more responsible AI practices.
    All Things AI
    Where
    AI Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after AI Summit Registration)

  • As artificial intelligence increasingly integrates into cloud-native applications, the associated security risks surrounding AI workflows are evolving swiftly and becoming more complex. Each phase of the AI lifecycle—data ingestion, model training, deployment, and ongoing maintenance—presents vulnerabilities, especially within public or hybrid cloud environments where resources are shared and less controlled. Curious how AI systems in the cloud really work—and how to protect them? This session pulls back the curtain on a modern cloud-hosted AI workflow, breaking down each phase from data ingestion to model deployment.
    All Things AI
    Engineering
    Where
    AI Summit Breakout (Venue Details Available after AI Summit Registration)

  • As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into organizational processes, managing its unique risks is essential for maintaining trust, compliance, and operational success. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF), a comprehensive guide to identifying, assessing, and mitigating AI-related risks. Through an interactive, step-by-step approach, attendees will learn how to apply the framework to real-world scenarios, ensuring their AI tools align with ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals. By the end of the session, participants will have the knowledge and practical tools to confidently assess and manage AI risks in their environments.
    All Things AI
    Engineering
    Where
    AI Summit Breakout (Venue Details Available after AI Summit Registration)

  • Discover how AI is changing the face of healthcare, education, creative industries, and beyond. This panel highlights the latest applications, benefits, and implications of AI in these fields, and discusses why it's essential to understand and adapt to these changes.
    All Things AI
    Where
    AI Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after AI Summit Registration)

  • Day 2

    August 12, 2025

  • The Personal Brand Called You! is an introspective workshop designed to transfigure each attendee’s perception of themselves to that of a company, embodying fundamental business principles such as marketing, products/services, networking, storytelling, security, liability, and profitability. Get ready to dig deep, uncover valuable insight into personal branding/reputation building in order to leverage relationships to advance your career and to learn how to effectively represent both your company and yourself. This is not a lecture, nor is it an update of your LinkedIn profile or your social media; but if you are ready to do the work, you’ll learn how to tell your story with authenticity in any medium.
    Career Development
    Where
    Career Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after Career Summit Registration)

  • What if the game of success wasn’t just unfair, it was rigged before we ever got to play? In this transformative talk, T’Juana Albert introduces the Breakthrough BINGO Model, a powerful framework built from her lived experience as a Black woman who rose through the ranks of corporate America without the “winning card.” With heart, humor, and clarity, she unpacks how colorism, systemic privilege, and internalized bias create invisible scoreboards that elevate some, leaving behind others. But this isn’t a talk about staying stuck. It’s about breaking patterns. BINGO stands for Break the silence, Interrogate bias, Name what you see, Give space and voice, Own the change. Through deeply personal storytelling and actionable insights, T’Juana challenges us to stop playing by rules designed to exclude, and shows us how to call BINGO on injustice, reclaim our narratives, and shape a more equitable future from the inside out.
    Career Development
    Where
    Career Summit Breakout (Venue Details Available after Career Summit Registration)

  • Today’s leadership demands more than decisiveness—it requires depth. In an environment where change is constant and people expect more than performance metrics, this Fireside Chat with Salesforce's Former Chief Business Officer and Founder @ Framework redefines what strong leadership looks like. Explore how to lead with both empathy and excellence, blending cultural awareness with strategic execution. Through real-world stories and actionable tools, discover how to create psychological safety, decode organizational signals, and lead with influence—not just authority. This is a modern Framework for leadership that works in boardrooms, team meetings, and everyday interactions.
    Career Development
    Where
    Career Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after Career Summit Registration)

  • Breaking into tech as a project manager doesn’t require a computer science degree—but it does require the right strategy. In this session, we’ll unpack exactly what hiring managers look for when filling tech project manager roles—and how you can align your experience, learn in-demand tools, and get certified to stand out. Whether you’re transitioning from government, healthcare, education, or business, this talk will help you build a tech-ready toolbox with platforms like Jira, and Confluence plus certifications like PMP, Scrum Master, and Product Owner. Walk away with a clear plan to level up your resume, speak the language of tech teams, and get hired with confidence.
    Career Development
    Where
    Career Summit Breakout (Venue Details Available after Career Summit Registration)

  • As AI continues to advance at break-neck speed, individuals, companies, and entire industries are asking the same existential question: What does the future look like in the age of AI? Drawing on both cutting-edge AI advancements and the rich lessons of past technological revolutions (such as the replacement of horses with automobiles, or the film camera with digital cameras), this session offers a forward-looking exploration of how AI will reshape industries, redefine professions, and create new opportunities. By examining historical patterns from the Industrial Revolution to the digital age, and mapping them onto today’s AI breakthroughs, we’ll illuminate the signals that separate hype from true disruption. We’ll unveil a practical framework to help individuals and organizations anticipate whether their roles are likely to be eliminated, substituted, or accelerated by AI–and how to strategically adapt. Join us to discover how to future-proof your career, harness AI’s potential, and thrive in the next era of the job market.
    All Things AI
    Career Development
    Where
    Career Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after Career Summit Registration)

  • Solutions engineering is one of the most impactful yet underexposed roles in tech—especially for those from non-traditional backgrounds. In this session, I’ll break down what solutions engineers actually do, why this hybrid technical-and-business role is critical to closing deals, and how it serves as a powerful entry point into tech for problem solvers, storytellers, and strategic thinkers. You’ll leave with: - A clear understanding of the solutions engineering role and how it differs from account executives and software engineers - The essential skills that make you stand out (hint: it’s not just coding) - Proven ways to position yourself for entry, whether you come from sales, engineering, or something completely different
    Career Development
    Where
    Career Summit Breakout (Venue Details Available after Career Summit Registration)

  • This session provides a roadmap for success in the ever-changing tech landscape. Learn how to pivot into new roles, position yourself for promotions, and make power moves that drive career growth. Discover the strategies, skills, and mindset needed to thrive in tech. Hear stories from our esteemed Panelists on how they were able to navigate their careers for optimal success.
    Career Development
    Where
    Career Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after Career Summit Registration)

  • Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is transforming the workforce by making automation accessible -- no coding expertise required. This session breaks down why RPA is the simplest, fastest route to a high-impact tech career. We'll explore how businesses across finance, healthcare, and government are urgently seeking RPA talent to modernize outdated systems and improve operational efficiency. Attendees will learn how RPA eliminates complex barriers seen in traditional tech fields, offers a rapid learning curve, and provides a direct path to meaningful opportunities. Whether you're new to tech or looking for a career pivot, RPA offers an unmatched opportunity to thrive.
    Career Development
    Where
    Career Summit Breakout (Venue Details Available after Career Summit Registration)

  • This session provides an insider's guide to navigating the $700 billion government tech contracting industry. Learn how to identify opportunities, build relationships, and win contracts in this lucrative market. Attendees will walk away with clear, actionable insights on how to start, qualify for, build careers in and win federal contracts.
    Career Development
    Startups, Founders & Entrepreneurship
    Where
    Career Summit Main Stage (Venue Details Available after Career Summit Registration)

  • This presentation, "The Luxury of the Human Voice in the Age of AI," explores the intersection of technology and authenticity. It guides professionals on how to leverage AI to enhance their public speaking while maintaining their unique voice and connection with audiences. Attendees will gain practical tools and techniques to: - Complement their speaking with AI - Amplify their authentic voice - Enhance presentation skills with AI-driven tools - Adapt to emerging communication technologies - Build a memorable brand through their voice The presentation aims to empower professionals to harness the power of AI while preserving the human touch that drives sales, impact, and meaningful connections.
    All Things AI
    Career Development
    Where
    Career Summit Breakout (Venue Details Available after Career Summit Registration)

  • Day 3

    August 13, 2025

  • AI isn’t just a research breakthrough. It’s a software engineering shift. But integrating GenAI into your dev workflow without creating chaos? That takes much more than good prompts. In this technical session, you'll learn how to integrate reliable, production-ready AI workflows into the software development lifecycle using real tools like Qodo agents, LangChain, and GitHub Actions. We’ll go far beyond demos and dive into: -Where AI belongs in your SDLC (and where it doesn’t) - How to integrate AI into code generation, testing, review, and documentation - The real, battle-tested benefits of supercharging your development workflow with AI to get ahead in this new era Whether you're a software engineer, DevOps pro, or tech lead, you’ll leave with a plug-and-play framework for integrating GenAI into your stack. No hype, just tools and tactics you can apply immediately.
    All Things AI
    Engineering
    Where
    Dev Summit Stage (Venue Details Available to invited guests. Note: This event is invite-only)

  • Discover the power of Flutter—Google’s open-source UI toolkit—for building beautiful, high-performance apps for iOS, Android, web, and desktop from a single codebase. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll get hands-on with the tools, architecture, and workflow needed to launch your first cross-platform app. Whether you're a web developer, mobile engineer, or tech entrepreneur, this session will equip you with the fundamentals to streamline your app development across devices without sacrificing speed or quality.
    Engineering
    Where
    Workshops Venue TBA to Registered Attendees

  • What You'll Learn: Current Threat Landscape: Gain insights into the most prevalent and impactful threats targeting IT environments, including advanced ransomware, phishing campaigns, insider threats, and the exploitation of vulnerabilities. We'll explore how threat actors are adapting their tactics, from leveraging stolen credentials to employing sophisticated social engineering techniques. Enterprise Security Best Practices: Discover foundational and advanced strategies for securing enterprise infrastructure. This segment will cover key areas such as identity and access management (IAM), endpoint security, network segmentation, incident response planning, and the importance of a strong security culture. Data Protection and DLP Strategies: Dive deep into the critical importance of data protection. We'll discuss best practices for data classification, encryption, and the implementation of effective DLP solutions across endpoints, networks, and cloud services. Learn how to prevent sensitive information from being accidentally or maliciously exposed. Generative AI in Security: Risks and Opportunities: Explore the dual nature of GenAI in cybersecurity. We'll examine how malicious actors are leveraging GenAI for advanced phishing, deepfakes, and automated attacks, while also discussing how security teams can harness GenAI for enhanced threat detection, automated security tasks, and realistic security training simulations. Frameworks and Tools: Understand leading cybersecurity frameworks like NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls, and how to apply them to strengthen your organization's security posture. We'll also highlight essential tools and technologies that empower IT admins to effectively manage and mitigate risks.
    Engineering
    Where
    Workshops Venue TBA to Registered Attendees

  • Great code means nothing if it can't reliably reach your users. This talk breaks down the essential DevOps lifecycle for cloud-native applications, focusing on practical patterns that actually work in production. We'll cover CI/CD strategies that scale, multi-environment deployment patterns, testing approaches that catch issues before customers do, and monitoring systems that help you sleep better at night. Whether you're shipping to hundreds or millions of users, you'll walk away with a clear framework for delivering reliable software consistently. Key Takeaways: Cloud-native CI/CD patterns that scale with your team and product Multi-environment strategies for safe, reliable deployments Practical testing and monitoring approaches for production systems
    Engineering
    Where
    Dev Summit Stage (Venue Details Available to invited guests. Note: This event is invite-only)

  • Day 4

    August 14, 2025

  • Day 5

    August 15, 2025

  • Day 6

    August 16, 2025