Plus, our CEO reflects + recessionary reading.
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| | | | Why is this still an issue? Happy Monday, Baltimore. With the Ravens headed back to Cincinnati next week, I'll hold off on my recurring NFL commentary until we know that we've got a shot at doing anything in the playoffs. Today, you'll see a new feature story that explores an unfortunate, old problem: the critique that local funders are not doing enough to support Black founders. For me, as we watch to see how a possible recession might impact funding in Baltimore, the fact that some of the city's most acclaimed startup founders don't feel like this city offers the support they need to truly meet the opportunity presented to them is maddening. That's in no small part because this city is a majority Black one, with many people who loudly boast the benefits of being in a place with so much opportunity and talent, with the potential to confront longstanding disparities and racism while leading the way for other cities to do the same. It makes me wonder if there's any bigger issue in Baltimore tech than the fact that there are some people with a lot of money who just don't think that Black founders are as capable of running a successful company as white ones. And I know that in a city that doesn't often speak its problems so plainly, that may not be easy for anybody to hear. But if this possible recession becomes a real one, this disparity will remain entrenched, so it needs to be said out loud as much as possible. Are you a Black founder encountering similar issues to those expressed by the commentators in this story? Are you considering leaving Baltimore because of them? Let us know by emailing [email protected]. — Technical.ly editor Sameer Rao ([email protected]) | | | | | Top Stories | | By Whether we get hit with a full-on recession or not, it's a good time to get to know the economy with these books, podcasts and newsletters. Read more » By For you, we offer a look at what this news organization does — and how you can help us do it better. Read more » By In this latest episode, the leader of B-More Kitchen discussed his journey in creating the ghost kitchen and coworking space, which has helped some of Baltimore's best-known food startups shine. Read more » By Rebecca Rosenberg is both exhibiting ReBokeh, which created an app to assist those with visual impairments, and competing in an affiliated pitch competition during the premiere tech trade show. Read more » | Blast from the past From founders to incubator leaders to extraordinary networkers, these are the people making the links to grow the community. Read more » | Your Job in Tech Search all open jobs and hiring companies Featured Jobs In-office locations: Santa Monica, CA, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA. Remote location(s): United States. As a certified B Corp, our mission is truly woven into the fabric of what we do. As you grow...Find out more » There is a place for you at T. Rowe Price to grow, contribute, learn, and make a difference. We are a premier asset manager focused on delivering global investment management excellence and...Find out more » There is a place for you at T. Rowe Price to grow, contribute, learn, and make a difference. We are a premier asset manager focused on delivering global investment management excellence and...Find out more » This Week in Jobs How setting the right expectations can lead to bigger wins. Read more » SUBSCRIBE to TWIJ Post a Job Get a Job | | | | |
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