In this episode of “When Relationships Matter in the Innovation Economy,” we sit down with Tanya Beja, the Managing Partner at AlleyCorp Impact. Tanya discusses her pivotal role in leading investments and incubations that benefit working families, drawing from her rich background in venture capital, venture philanthropy, and social entrepreneurship. With a master’s degree from Harvard Kennedy School and a BA summa cum laude from Tufts University, Tanya’s expertise and passion for social impact shine through as she shares how relationship building has been a cornerstone of her success and the advancement of her mission to support underserved communities. Join us to hear Tanya’s valuable insights and experiences in creating positive change through strategic partnerships and innovative approaches to social challenges.

In this episode we're interviewing John Simon. John is an active entrepreneur, creator and investor in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors. He is currently a managing director at http://www.sigmaprime.com/ where he focuses on software-based businesses and disruptive technology businesses, often getting involved in businesses at their formation or earliest stages.

In this special edition, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAV-FSsBAqFNFF-Bdg_gPag5SEZE9cP9SDU (https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-express/) discusses the new Future of Tech Is Inclusive program by Amex Ventures and Goodie Nation, what Amex Ventures is looking for, an overview of the VC fund, and more

For Pride Month, we hosted a special edition of our podcast featuring https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadeshawn?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAAFhSDkBQHeEhccYW-rNUNRNpGLRLaBBgJk, https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscarpedroso?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAABmi1sBLxUSyMdk8oOhOVOs0-RY4YuzM8c, https://www.linkedin.com/in/wangchristal?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAAtkfAABLyzvo4owp3diUF1Ykz1u_k8NQXw, https://www.linkedin.com/in/rianalynn?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAAFIB0sBlX9wcNZ1u9YTQQbRZmKV92WPw7Q, and https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinqinhu?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAAwYTcoBalY9--g9fqpqSTO3MwTnptnKtF4 and moderated by https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaciewillis?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAAv3rQwBXVciA-6dinBR7d5EY_btMctgg-g (Goodie Nation Tech Storytelling Fellow) showing how LGBTQ founders are dope and why relationships matter for them in the innovation economy.

Gerald Youngblood (Lenovo) and Scott Strong (AMD) discuss how family and legacy influenced the Lenovo Evolve Small initiative.

Deisha Barnett (President, Global Communications & Content Strategy @ UPS) shares how keeping in touch and being "confidently vulnerable" have created inflection points in her life.

Good stories from great mothers who are awesome founders: Shante Frazier (WellCapped), Liberty White (Chozen Media), and Emily Brown (Free from Market).

This episode stories from founders Kristina Newton (HYPE) and Melissa Brogdon (FourthParty) as well as Goodie Nation's Tracey Palmer about women leaving jobs at large companies to launch their own organizations. Co-hosted by Joey Womack and Ama Kessie

Hear origin stories and inflection points from awesome women founders and experts from our Intentionally Good program. Shout out to Naya F. Powell, Kacie Lett Gordon, Cherida D. Smith, and Ama Kessie for leading the conversation!

Music, media, fashion, events, and so much more make up the timeless and ever-growing industry that is culture. Hear stories and insights from founders making big waves in the culture space! 

Even though our community has spread nationally, Atlanta has always been home to Goodie Nation… And for good reason. We’ve seen a ton of AWESOME founders come out of the A. Hear stories and insights from founders making big waves in Atlanta! 

Y’all… People are underestimating Texas. Houston, Dallas, and Austin are producing some awesome founders! Listen to stories and insights from BIG founders doing BIG things in the BIG state! 

Yo, for real. The East Coast has some supremely talented people in the innovation economy. Let's hear their stories.

Two slogans. One theme. In recognizing Atlanta as a hub for startup and early-stage entrepreneurs, artists, and creatives, the dialogue will focus on the idea of “the hustle”—including addiction to the hustle and coping mechanisms or addictions created from the hustle while building an entrepreneurial vision. 

We can’t talk tech without bringing in voices from the West Coast. Listen to stories and insights from founders from LA to the Bay Area!

What about the in-between? Most companies won't become unicorns. But if you're running a company that won't become one, there aren't many sources of capital and support for you. Hear from founders, capital providers, and others for a riveting conversation.

Relationships are the catalysts of our lives, yet where we grow up, the schools /institutions we attend and the cities we choose as professionals act as future determinants of success in tech - particularly for traditionally under-estimated communities and sectors. Coming out of the pandemic, how are we, as a community, thinking about building the tech workforce of the future?

A ton of support has gone to diverse founders over the last 24 months. But what's really happening in the space. And where are things going in 2022? What about 2023 - 2205? The speakers in this episode will share their predictions.

The future of work is emerging as a huge space for innovation, and we’ve got several founders in our community who are taking part in the action. In this episode, you'll hear from some of those founders about how their shaping the industry.

When founders build, they change the world in so many ways. We’re lucky to know founders who change it for the better. Hear from awesome people in health, education, and more.