Nikita Gupta: Changing the Workforce

Oct 27, 2022 Posted by: Jason Block NJ, Princeton, SDG 8, USA

Nikita: Symba is on a mission to open up the workforce. Over twelve million students do not have access to participate in an internship program, even though they seek the opportunity. We interviewed 250+ talent leaders and discovered that employers lack the necessary tools and resources to scale accessible internships and needed a solution. Symba’s technology and resources help talent leaders take their programs hybrid or remote, opening their internships to candidates based anywhere with internet access.

Maria Velissaris: Strengthening Investment in Women’s Health

Oct 25, 2022 Posted by: George Romar Atlanta, GA, Maria Velissaris, USA

Maria: Glad to be with you, Spiffy! SteelSky Ventures is a Black female-founded venture capital fund investing in companies that improve access, care, and outcomes in women’s health. Our portfolio companies—the companies in which we invest—serve women and girls across their lives, providing everything from period underwear to mental healthcare for families. We invest across the spectrum of healthcare (think medical devices, digital health, and more), and we’re backed by leading organizations like The American Hospital Association, Blue Shield of California, Eli Lilly, and Bank of America.

Roy Scott: Uplifting Children’s Lives with Healthy Hip Hop

Oct 21, 2022 Posted by: Jason Block Atlanta, GA, Roy Scott, SDG 3, USA

Roy: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Healthy Hip Hop is transforming a generation of children through infusing hip hop culture with innovative technology, education, and positive attributes. We understand that hip hop is the voice of our youth, yet the challenge is that most of the mainstream messaging is not appropriate for kids. Healthy Hip Hop is providing a safe hip hop and social media experience for children and families.

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