How do we close the technology disparity gap? As a whole we are consumers. People read those headlines about Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates and their kids not having computers and they say, “How didn’t they have computers at home?” [It’s] because they’re teaching their kids how to build it. Read Full Article
The recent deaths of George Floyd and other black Americans at the hands of police have sparked an outpouring of statements from businesses, founders and investors across the venture capital world. Many have been declarations of solidarity and support for the black community, while others have promised action to address ingrained racial inequity. Black founders and investors are paying close…
Despite the obstacles, some black women founders are out here killing it when it comes to raising capital. New Orleans startup Resilia, founded by Sevetri Wilson, announced today that it has raised $8 million in its Series A round of funding. Read Full Article
As every entrepreneur can tell you, starting a business can be difficult. More so if you’re from a minority group in America. For black founders, especially, the challenges are numerous. For one thing, 80% of black entrepreneurs have reported challenges with capital or funding. Many of them resort to using their own savings and investments (70%), some turn to family and friends for…
Sevetri Wilson’s first company, a consulting agency for nonprofits, faced a serious challenge: Plenty of nonprofits needed help, but not many could afford it. Her second company, New Orleans-based Resilia, is an attempt to solve that problem. Read Full Article