Podcasts about kelauni cook

Kelauni Cook is the founder of Black Tech Nation, and we've been trying to get her into the studio for some time now because we have seen her sacrifice firsthand.  Kelauni has made some real sacrifices to get where she is today. The Howard University grad is a software developer, a community builder, and now - a funded non-profit executive looking to create a space for black tech workers, who often find themselves feeling isolated.  Kelauni talks to us about how she got here, what comes next, and how big of a factor time management is playing in her life now that she and BTN have built some momentum.

Anthony Hughes is the CEO and founder of Tech Elevator, a coding bootcamp programs with physical locations across the Midwest. His work is oriented around supporting people in rapidly acquiring technology skills so they can have more meaningful careers.   Anthony previously worked for JumpStart, an economic development organization focused on startups in Northeast Ohio. At JumpStart, he founded the Entrepreneurial Mentoring Program, which matched successful entrepreneurs and executives with budding technology entrepreneurs in mentoring relationships.   In this conversation, Anthony and Aaron discuss how the program works, how Anthony came to the Midwest from England, and why the work is so fulfilling.   Never miss one of our best episodes by subscribing to the newsletter.   Anthony’s Challenge; Broaden your perspective on hiring tech talent. You don’t need a degree to be a valuable contributor.   Connect with Anthony Facebook Twitter Instagram Website   If you liked this interview, check out episode 314 with John Dick, 265 with Kelauni Cook, and other interviews with Pittsburgh power brokers.   Underwritten by Piper Creative A digital agency that provides strategy, delivery, and analysis specializing in a few key service offerings. Documentary-as-a-Service (Vlogging 2.0) Instagram Content Production & Account Building Podcast Production, Strategy Consulting, and Guest Acquisition   If you aren’t creating or curating content regularly, your clients and customers might forget you’re open for business. YouTube Instagram Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Overcast | PodBay

Kelauni Cook has not lived in Pittsburgh long, yet she has made her mark as one of the city’s up and coming tech experts and brings that expertise to the latest Drinking Partners podcast. After attending a coding boot camp, Ms. Cook founded Black Tech Nation to help “gather, connect, and affect” Black tech professionals. Since then, her reach has expanded to Academy Pittsburgh Beta Builders – Pittsburgh’s first high school coding camp for minorities and girls. At the start of the podcast, Ms. Cook talks about the time that Day went Hollywood on her, which Ed finds unsurprising. A discussion about online privacy veers into unexpected territory and mixes real concerns with hilarious hypotheses that only Ed and Day can imagine. Ms. Cook holds her own with the Drinking Partners throughout which leads to several exchanges that will leave listeners laughing. No technology stone goes unturned in this enjoyable, energetic, and informative interview that highlights how well Ms. Cook has adapted to life in Pittsburgh and how well she adapts to the Drinking Partners follies. Catch Ed and Day this Saturday at Arcade Comedy Theater and find Kelauni at http://blacktechnation.com.

Nisha Blackwell is the founder & lead design curator of Knotzland Bowties. Founded in 2014, Knotzland specializes in custom handmade bow ties made from repurposed and reclaimed materials.   Driven by her passion for the environment and reducing waste, Nisha began Knotzland to create distinctive, fashionable goods that speak to the individuality of her customers. Dedicated to sourcing high-quality, salvaged materials, Knotzland issues limited edition, one-of-a-kind bow ties.   Nisha was recently named to Facebook’s small business council. We discuss her humble beginnings, how Instagram has been crucial for growing her business, and how mentors have played a role in her business.   Mentioned The Green Collar Economy: How One Solution Can Fix Our Two Biggest Problems by Van Jones   Never miss one of our best episodes by subscribing to the newsletter.   Nisha’s Challenges; Support makers & businesses of color and find creative ways to reuse and upcycle material.   Connect with Knotzland Instagram Twitter Facebook Website   Nisha Instagram   Connect with Piper Creative YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter Website   If you liked this interview, check out previous episodes with Pittsburgh Tech Council President Audrey Russo, Black Tech Nation founder Kelauni Cook, and community organizer William Generett. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Overcast | PodBay

Kelauni Cook transformed her life by learning to code. She came to Pittsburgh to attend a 12-week coding bootcamp called The Academy.   Now, she heads Black Tech Nation and is developing on the Ethereum network. We discussed race and access in tech. We also profiled her story and eclectic collection of job titles. Kelauni grew up in Chicago and attended Howard University in Washington, D.C., before moving to North Dakota, where she studied to get into a program for sociocultural anthropology.   We end up talking about blockchain technology and cryptocurrency.   Attend my one-day conference January 27th in Pittsburgh. Learn more here.   Kelauni’s Challenge; Invest in Bitcoin!   Mentioned Blockchain TED Talks     If you liked this interview, check out my previous episode 195 with Felix Hartmann or any of my blockchain related interviews.

Academy Pittsburgh first session graduate Kelauni Cook joins us to talk about coming from Chicago/North Dakota to participate in the coding bootcamp, moving to Pittsburgh, how much energy it takes to get through the program, the oppurtunities she's already seeing after graduating, giving back to the program with an upcoming Academy Pittsburgh Podcast, and more! This episode was recorded at Work Hard Pittsburgh. Find out more at www.workhardpgh.com! Help out the show with a donation! Become our boss! Go to patreon.com/awesomecast Also, check out sorgatronmedia.com and awesomecast.com for more entertainment. Follow Michael Sorg (@sorgatron) and @AwesomeCast for updates and live streams of our interviews! Subscribe on Facebook,Stitcher, Spreaker, iTunes, and Youtube!

Academy Pittsburgh first session graduate Kelauni Cook joins us to talk about coming from Chicago/North Dakota to participate in the coding bootcamp, moving to Pittsburgh, how much energy it takes to get through the program, the oppurtunities she's already seeing after graduating, giving back to the program with an upcoming Academy Pittsburgh Podcast, and more! This episode was recorded at Work Hard Pittsburgh. Find out more at www.workhardpgh.com! Help out the show with a donation! Become our boss! Go to patreon.com/awesomecast Also, check out sorgatronmedia.com and awesomecast.com for more entertainment. Follow Michael Sorg (@sorgatron) and @AwesomeCast for updates and live streams of our interviews! Subscribe on Facebook,Stitcher, Spreaker, iTunes, and Youtube!