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The BIS Summit

Saturday, June 15 2024

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST

The BIS Online Summit

​Mark your calendars for June 15, 2024, as the Black Innovation in STEM (BIS) Summit steps into the spotlight, promising an extraordinary experience enriched with captivating startup demos and networking opportunities to:

✅ ​Engage with potential partners & investors

✅ ​Gain exposure to innovative startups solving important global challenges in health, agriculture, fintech & more

​✅ Connect with prospective employers and fortune 500 companies leading the charge in global innovation

​What exactly is the BIS Summit, you may wonder?

​The BIS Summit, short for the Black Innovation in STEM Summit, is a unique opportunity to Ignite the Way Progressive Companies Connect with Black Entrepreneurs by showcasing the talented ecosystem of groundbreaking innovation embedded within small businesses led by diverse Founders.

​“ With less than 0.5% of VC funding going to Black-owned businesses . . . ”

​“ . . . and less than 3% of tech professionals identify as Black”

​The Black Innovation in STEM Summit is a platform to empower and connect with startups, investors and business services providers to change these statistics.

​Who should attend this event?

​Startups looking to showcase their innovations

⭐️ ​Investors seeking investment opportunities with cutting-edge startups

​⭐️ Corporate partners looking to diversify talent and clientele

​⭐️ Black talent searching for their next career opportunity

​ ⭐️Professionals looking to connect and expand their networks

​This event is for those eager to join a powerful movement — one that embraces inclusivity and desire to use innovation to solve global challenges.

​The event offers a comprehensive spectrum of activities, ranging from:

🚀 ​Pitch sessions

🔥 ​Fireside chat & panel discussions

​👋🏼 Tradeshow booths

⚡️​Speed Networking to find a co-founder

​💰Complimentary business services


​The VIP Experience

​Your experience with us will begin on Friday, June 14 with an exclusive intimate VIP Luncheon for sponsors, partners and select entrepreneurs.

​Throughout the BIS Summit, you will have access to a variety of additional perks including:

​Catered lunch

​VIP Lounge

​Exclusive Investment Opportunities

​VIP Mixer after the BIS Summit

​Secure your spot and witness the future of STEM innovation like never before!

Use the Lu.ma Registration Link - TICKETS ARE FREE RIGHT THROUGH BLACK HISTORY MONTH!

Thanks to Nobellum for news and the graphics for this virtual startup event.

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