On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcasts, Greg sits down with Dr. Marquicia Pierce, the Founder and Principal Consultant at Ruby Leaf Media, a science media and communications company. 

She discusses her role of leading a dedicated team and empowering tech accelerators and investors to support their portfolio companies in the STEM fields.

She is driven by a passion for bridging the gap between science and business and has consulted over 100 science professionals, academics, and entrepreneurs, guiding them through their startup journeys.

In this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Greg is thrilled to have Andrea Parker joining us as our special guest. Andrea brings a wealth of experience as a Marketing Project Manager at Cisco Systems in Morrisville, NC, and holds the esteemed title of Certified Scrum Master.

Andrea Parker is deeply involved in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. As co-president of the Connected Black Professionals Network at Cisco and a member of the Blacks in Technology-RDU Executive Board, Andrea advocates for Black excellence within her company and the wider tech community.

Beyond her corporate role, Andrea co-owns "The Parker Group Consulting, LLC," a consulting firm specializing in business branding, marketing strategies, and career coaching. She is also a dynamic motivational speaker, known for her talks on resilience, relatability, and overcoming career obstacles. 

Originally from Halifax County, North Carolina, Andrea earned her bachelor's degree in communication & journalism from East Carolina University and a master's degree in information technology from North Carolina A&T State University. In her personal life, she finds joy in her role as a mother and wife, loves traveling, indulging in brunches with friends over bottomless mimosas, and nurturing her spiritual journey.

Join us and prepare yourself to delve into a fascinating discussion with Andrea about her journey, insights into the tech industry, and her impactful contributions to diversity and inclusion initiatives. Get ready to be inspired and informed by this engaging conversation!

On this episode we chat with the President of Blacks In Technology Chicago, Vera Dureke. Vera chops it up with Greg to share her journey as a dynamic professional based in Chicago pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Data Science and Mathematics from Indiana University East.

 We discuss her role and experience as the BIT Chicago chapter lead, the initiatives she has planned for the chapter as well as diving into her hobbies of collecting vinyl records and crafting with 3D printers.

About our guest:
Vera Dureke is a professional based in Chicago, currently serving as the Chapter President for Blacks in Technology Chicago. She is pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Data Science and Mathematics from Indiana University East, showcasing her passion for data-driven insights and innovation. In addition to her academic pursuits, Vera takes on the role of Marketing Lead for Out in Tech Chicago.

By day, Vera works as a Contract Analyst at CDW, where she excels in analyzing and managing contracts. Beyond her professional life, she is an avid collector with an extensive assortment of vinyl records, Funko Pops, and a flourishing collection of plants. Her creative side shines through as she enjoys crafting with 3D printers, bringing her imaginative ideas to life.


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On this episode Greg chats with Dominique Carney, a multi disciplined technologists who went from studying and obtaining a degree in Anthropology to earning her Masters in Human Computer Interaction.

Greg talks to Dominique about her tech journey which includes being a Database Administrator, to a Senior Security Analyst to a UX Researcher. Dominique also discusses becoming a subject matter expert in AI and Security.

On this episode Greg Greenlee speaks with Web3 Entrepreneur and BIT Foundation Twin Cities chapter President, Marlaina Love.

Marlaina is the Founder and CEO of Pipe Dream Ventures, a web3 venture studio committed to helping visionaries transform innovative concepts into fundable, scalable market solutions, bridging the gap between vision and reality. 

Marlaina has over seven years of corporate leadership experience, with a reputation for strategic leadership, effectively guiding high-profile, global, cross-functional software teams.

Marlaina is at the forefront of the digital revolution. Her presence is felt in the web3, blockchain, and XR ecosystem, where she's known for immersive storytelling through digital arts, technology, and culture.

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On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Greg Greenlee sits down with Bobby McNeil, Technology recruiter , author, speaker, and Chapter President of Blacks In Technology RDU (Raleigh-Durham). Bobby Jr. is an experienced Tech Recruiting Leader, with over a decade of delivering successful talent acquisition strategies across various Fortune 500 companies. 

About Bobby McNeil:

Bobby's journey includes playing college basketball as a member of the 2007 NCAA Division II National Championship Barton College Bulldogs and mentoring young men and women on life after college athletics. Bobby is a nationally recognized leader within Blacks In Technology, holding the role of President of the award-winning Blacks In Technology Raleigh-Durham Chapter, winners of the organization’s 2023 IMPACT Award. Bobby has deeply dedicated his career to empowering Black professionals in the tech sector through mentorship, consulting, and fostering valuable community and corporate partnerships. 

He also shares his insights on prominent tech podcasts and speaking at some of the largest tech conferences in the country. Bobby was recently named to the Power 50’s Top Black Creators on LinkedIn, a peer-voted platform recognizing the best and brightest Black Creators on LinkedIn. 

Bobby actively contributes to organizations such as the North Carolina Technology Association, where he serves on the Board of Advisors. As a new author, Bobby is scheduled to release his very first book in the summer of 2024, an honest and candid narrative addressing the most common pitfalls of job seekers while providing honest and candid insights on today’s corporate job market.

On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Entrepreneurship Edition, our host Natasha Walwyn Robinson chats with Dawn Nicole Mcilwain, Co-Founder of Skilldora, an eLearning platform that uses AI instructors.

Founded in 2022, Skilldora is at the forefront of the eLearning industry and one of the first companies in the United States to use A.I. digital humans to deliver all of it's online courses.

On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast Greg speaks with Cyber Security expert, Malik Girondin. They discuss Maliks transition from a Customer Service rep in the retail space to his ascent in tech from working in a NOC (Network Operations Center) to a Cyber Security expert and teacher.

Malik possesses a bachelors degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Information Technology Management from Western Governors University as well as many additional certifications.

On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Greg explores the world of user experience (UX) with Imani Nichols. Imani Nichols is the founder and senior UX researcher at Yzzi (pronounced Yizzee) Research. Based in New York City,

Imani founded Yzzi Research to help businesses understand the pain points, desires, experiences, and journeys of their end users and customers. She provides research-based insights that enable
businesses to design and engineer products and services that their customers enjoy.

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On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Greg sits down with Maliya Baxter, founder of Sister Scripters, an organization focused on amplifying Black women’s voices in technology, encourages the participation of other Black girls to join tech, supports Black women’s goals and educates Black women on the career readiness skills needed to land jobs and internships in various tech environments.

Maliya has a Bachelors in Computer Software engineering and is planning to turn Sister Scripters into a non profit organization and expanding to other Universities across the nation.

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