Connect to Equity – Technology Equals Opportunity

Time:
July 27, 2023 - 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Room:
George R. Brown Convention Center// Expo Hall

Urban League NOW

Urban League NOW: Experience & Lounge is the ultimate networking, educational, and hospitality experience during the National Urban League Conference!  From coffee and coworking spaces to product giveaways and free headshots, this is the place for attendees to take a breather between sessions or network and connect with colleagues, top experts, professionals, celebrities, and influencers.

Urban League NOW: Experience & Lounge features:

Coffee & Snacks Break  - Refresh & Refuel Breaks
Fireside Chats
Giveaways
LinkedIn Profile Reviews
Free Headshots
Health & Wellness Pop-up
Book Signings
Celebrity Meet & Greet
Make-up Tutorials

FREE HEADSHOTS + LINKEDIN PROFILE REVIEWS SCHEDULE

Thursday, July 27, 2023 | 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday, July 28, 2023 | 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Lounge Hours:
Thursday, July 27, 2023 | 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday, July 28, 2023 | 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM

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More than 24 million American households can't afford broadband or access a service where they live. The COVID pandemic exposed the depth of the crisis and its disproportionate impact on communities of color. The situation is especially challenging at many HBCUs, where the inaccessibility of resources compromises learning. The implications affect everyone. This session features a slate of experts who take up the challenge of broadband access and equity and discuss solutions. Learn about the federal Affordable Connectivity Program and its work with NUL and other partners to connect students and households to broadband ... and opportunity.

Moderator: Michelle Williams, President/Co-Founder, Philanthrolab.co

Panelists:
Michael Browne, Vice President, Public Policy and Strategic Alliances, Verizon
Nicolaine Lazarre, Vice President, External Affairs, Charter Communications
Sean Mickens, Associate VP, External Affairs, Comcast
Clint Odom, VP, Strategic Alliances & External Affairs, T-Mobile

Second Half of Panel:
Micheal Browne, Director of Community Engagement, Verizon
Aicha Davis, State Representative, Texas State Board of Education
Shirelle Francis, Founder, iLeap
Bemnet Meshesha, VP of Community, Culture & Education, Girl Scouts

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