“I’m so proud to be here; to come all the way from New York City, be an activist, be a person that is often not invited to these spaces, and be invited into this room,” said Mallory. “Incredible people have called us here this evening to have a conversation. You’ve already heard the message; you already know what is needed; you already know what is being called upon all of you in this moment.â€
Ellis-Lamkins could not believe her eyes, when it came to the event’s turnout. “First, I have to say, as long as I’ve been in tech, I didn’t know there were black people. I almost want to be happy to look at all your faces, and run through the crowd. That’s the most exciting thing that happened today–seeing all these people of color.â€
Overall, the Black Professional Network, hosted a very successful event that was led by many powerful conversations. Hopefully, these profound dialogues have continued on beyond the concrete floors of the building.
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Sequoia Blodgett is the Technology Editor for Black Enterprise, Silicon Valley. She is also the founder of 7AM, a lifestyle, media platform, focused on personal development, guided by informed, pop culture.