Welcome to another episode of Notable and Black in Tech Podcast, where we highlight trailblazers making waves in the tech industry!

In this episode, we sit down with Robert Washington, the founder and CEO of Shelter Share, an innovative app that connects people with emergency shelters during severe weather events. 🚨🌪️

Robert shares his incredible journey—from experiencing a tornado firsthand while holding his newborn daughter to building a tech solution that now helps communities in need. But his story doesn’t stop there! Through accelerator programs, no-code development, and sheer determination, Robert pivoted his app to also serve the homeless population, providing them with access to vital resources.

🔹 Key Takeaways from This Episode: ✅ The reality of being a Black founder in tech ✅ How Shelter Share helps during extreme weather and homelessness crises ✅ The power of accelerator programs for first-time tech founders ✅ Lessons from launching an app with no prior coding experience ✅ Overcoming imposter syndrome and finding your purpose in tech

If you're passionate about tech, entrepreneurship, social impact, or startup growth, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won’t want to miss!