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What's really stopping us?

Hey everybody. We're almost at the end of the week and, with July right around the corner, the close of our third annual Racial Equity in Tech Month. So, as this editorial calendar theme draws to a close, here's something for all of you and your fellow Baltimore stakeholders to chew on: 

 

What do you think is the single biggest hurdle to achieving true racial equity in Baltimore's tech scene? And how are or would you go about fixing it?

 

Let us know by replying to this email or sending a note to , anytime.

 

—Technical.ly reporter Donte Kirby (donte@technical.ly)

 

 

P.S. Below, you'll spot the latest story from This Week in Milwaukee Rising. This Technical.ly series highlights the social entrepreneurs, civic technologists and creative innovators who are most shaping the Midwest city, especially those focused on bringing a more just, equitable and dynamic Milwaukee economy. See the full series and subscribe to the weekly newsletter here.

 
 

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Top Stories

How innovation in Baltimore led to Catalyte’s new $15M state contract

By Donte Kirby | 2 minute readWith the new contract, CEO Jacob Hsu plans to show that what Catalyte did for Baltimore can scale for the state — and even the country.
Closing the digital divide requires more than internet access
By Holly Quinn | 3 minute read

"We can put networks and get everyone connected and still not have digital equity," says Bret Perkins, Comcast's SVP of external and government affairs. Here's what the corporation and communities are doing about it. Read more »

Pass IT On wants to change the game by bringing an esports league to Baltimore
By Donte Kirby | 2 minute read

Willie Sanders Jr. is using video games to create IT professionals, but that's only the tip of the iceberg for the growth he wants to see in Baltimore’s tech community. Read more »

‘Do these investors share my values?’ This is your founder diligence checklist
By Kimberly Klayman | 5 minute read

From the legal experts at Ballard Spahr, learn how to make sure potential investors are a good fit for your company. Read more »

What does it take to thrive in Milwaukee — and for Milwaukee to thrive as an innovation hub?
By Julie Zeglen | 5 minute read

For growth after stagnation, the Midwest city must both invest in its most established founders and professionals, and develop in-roads for those who want to get there. Individual and organizational collaboration can help. Read more »

Blast from the past

Baltimore’s edtech history, in 10 crucial steps
Originally published August 12, 2016

Edtech has really gained steam here in the last couple of years, but the roots go back further than you might think. Read more »

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