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We chatted with StandUp Ventures Managing Partner & #movethedial Champion Michelle McBane to learn more about the fund and how you can apply!

Throughout #BlackHistoryMonth, our BE in Tech series highlights some of the experiences of Black women in the Canadian tech industry.

We sat down with Claudette McGowan, Chief Information Officer, Enterprise Technology Employee Experience at BMO and Founder of The Black Arts and Innovation Expo (BAIE), to discuss her inspiration behind BAIE and how you can be involved.

Stephany Lapierre, CEO of tealbook, explains to Amber Mac how their platform connects buyers and suppliers and how artificial intelligence makes it easier for companies to know who they are doing business with.

Montresa McMillan, Senior Vice President, Head of Omni Strategy North America, TD Bank Group discusses with Amber Mac how the bank understands one box does not fit all employees and works to ensure an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Dr. Laurelle Jno Baptiste, Partner, Vocalmeet explains to Amber Mac how her company helps automate businesses. and who has been some of the early champions in helping her build the company.

Marlina Kinnersley, Co-Founder and CEO of Fortay.ai discusses with Amber Mac how the culture and analytics platform uses artificial intelligence to assist companies in the hiring process.

Lori Casselman, Executive Advisor, Health and Business Innovation shares with Amber Mac how today’s workforce has evolved to expect companies to focus more on the community and culture they provide.

Shelby Walsh, President and Head of Research at TrendHunter shares with Amber Mac how the company has grown into the largest trendspotting platform in the world and how they help brands find new ideas faster.