AFROTECH Conference 2025 Speaker Lineup Revealed

Get ready for AFROTECH™ Conference 2025! This premier event for Black technologists, professionals, creators, and leaders is set to return to the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX, from October 27-31. This year’s conference is packed with influential speakers who are shaping the future of technology across various industries.

Leaders in AI, Cybersecurity, and More

The 2025 lineup features a diverse group of experts guiding conversations in critical fields like AI, medtech, cybersecurity, engineering, marketing, and fintech. Attendees can look forward to insightful panels, engaging fireside chats, and practical workshops designed to foster innovation and explore the future of tech.

Under the AI track, Microsoft CEO Mustafa Suleyman will lead discussions on AI’s transformative role in life and work. Google data scientist Emmanuel Ekwedike will explore empowering digital identity, while JPMorgan Chase’s VP AI/ML product security lead Donald King and Forethought founder Deon Nicholas will also share their expertise.

Cybersecurity and Fintech Insights

Cybersecurity professionals will benefit from workshops led by industry leaders. Chantel Edwards, Cybersecurity Director at Capital One, will delve into the human element of cybersecurity and attacker psychology. Mike Arbrouet, senior security engineer at Figma, will present a solo talk on “Quantum Security: Future-Proofing Cybersecurity in the Age of Quantum Computing.”

Lamarr Henry and Awnya Creque, also from Figma and Microsoft respectively, will lead workshops on cyberattacks and AI’s potential. Creque shared her excitement, stating, “I was in awe when I saw how many Black and brown faces were in the industry at AFROTECH™ last year… It’s a great time. The food, the fun, the events, networking, and just genuinely connecting with people who are in the space or trying to get in the space.”

Fintech, Marketing, and Medtech Voices

The fintech track features Tabitha Brown, Clover’s chief empowerment officer, on a panel titled “Culturapreneurs: How FinTech is Fueling the Next Generation.” She’ll be joined by Stephen Love, founder of Made with Love Media, and Shannon Watkins, Fiserv’s Chief Brand, Marketing & Communications Officer.

• **Fintech:** Jackson Aimiuwu (Amazon Web Services), Tiffany Aliche (The Budgetnista), Boluwatife Aiki-Raji (Carrot Credit), Benjamen Oladokun (Shekel Mobility).
• **Marketing and Advertising:** Malik Ducard (Pinterest), Adrienne R. Lofton (Google), Maya Dukes (Delta).
• **Medtech:** JaBaris Swain (Johnson & Johnson), Omotolani Olasanoye (Oh She’s Tech), Chikara Foster-Rettig (OB-GYN).
• **Engineering:** Melvin Hillsman (Red Hat), Shadeira Nesmith (Coding Black Females), Hervé Aniglo (Kids Next Code), Sola Babatunde (Toyota).

Don’t Miss Out!

This is just a glimpse of the incredible talent that will be gracing the stage at AFROTECH Conference 2025. With endless networking opportunities at the Expo Hall and impactful sessions across multiple tracks, it’s the must-attend event for anyone in the tech industry.