Devin Dixon: Giving Underrepresented Youth Opportunities in Tech
Devin: Glad to be with you, Spiffy! We are creating more opportunities for underrepresented youth to get into technology through esports and gaming.
Maria Velissaris: Strengthening Investment in Women’s Health
Maria: Glad to be with you, Spiffy! SteelSky Ventures is a Black female-founded venture capital fund investing in companies that improve access, care, and outcomes in women’s health. Our portfolio companies—the companies in which we invest—serve women and girls across their lives, providing everything from period underwear to mental healthcare for families. We invest across the spectrum of healthcare (think medical devices, digital health, and more), and we’re backed by leading organizations like The American Hospital Association, Blue Shield of California, Eli Lilly, and Bank of America.
Roy Scott: Uplifting Children’s Lives with Healthy Hip Hop
Roy: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Healthy Hip Hop is transforming a generation of children through infusing hip hop culture with innovative technology, education, and positive attributes. We understand that hip hop is the voice of our youth, yet the challenge is that most of the mainstream messaging is not appropriate for kids. Healthy Hip Hop is providing a safe hip hop and social media experience for children and families.