African American Women Are the Fastest Growing Segment of Tech Entrepreneurs

African American women are the fastest growing segment of tech entrepreneurs. According to a study by DigitalUndivided, their number of businesses in the tech sector has increased by 68% in just three years. This is an impressive statistic, and it shows that African American women are determined to make their mark in the tech industry. In this blog post, we will discuss why African American women are choosing to become tech entrepreneurs, and we will explore some of the challenges that they face. We will also highlight some successful African American women who have made a name for themselves in the tech world.

There are a number of reasons why African American women are choosing to become tech entrepreneurs. For one, they are tired of being underrepresented in the tech industry. Only about percent of employees at major tech companies are African American, and only percent are women. This lack of diversity can be discouraging for African American women who want to enter the tech field. But instead of giving up, they are starting their own businesses. They want to create products and services that reflect the needs and interests of their community. And they want to show the world that African American women can be successful in tech.

African American women also face unique challenges when starting their own businesses.

• One challenge is access to capital. It can be difficult for them to secure funding from investors, who are often reluctant to invest in businesses led by African American women.

• Another challenge is the lack of mentors and role models. When you're the only African American woman in your field, it can be difficult to find someone who understands your experience and can offer advice and guidance.

But despite these challenges, African American women are forging ahead and making their mark in the tech world.

Some of the most successful African American women in tech include

Kimberly Bryant, who founded Black Girls Code, a nonprofit that teaches coding to young girls of color;

Regina Gwynn, who is the co-founder of Code2040, an organization that helps underrepresented minorities in tech;

Reshma Saujani, who founded Girls Who Code, a nonprofit that helps young women learn to code;

Kathryn Finney, who founded digitalundivided, an organization that supports tech startups led by women of color;

Shelly Bell, founder and CEO of Black Girl Ventures, which creates access to capital for female founders of color.

and Laura Weidman Powers, who is the co-founder of Code for America, a nonprofit that works to make government more efficient and effective.

Each of these women has made a significant contribution to the tech world, and they are inspiring other African American women to pursue their dreams.

If you're an African American woman interested in starting your own tech business, don't be discouraged by the challenges. Remember that you have the power to create products and services that reflect the needs and interests of your community. And know that you are not alone—there are many other successful women like you who are making their mark in the tech world. And with determination and hard work, you can achieve success too.