The House of Code + Culture: Reimagining the Future of Tech Through Black Innovation
The House of Code + Culture will take place on January 29, 2025, at Utah Tech Week. It will celebrate Black innovation in tech and is free and open to all.
Ecosystem
Salt Lake City, UT, January 21, 2025
The House of Code + Culture announces an event during Utah Tech Week. It will take place on January 29, 2025, at Salt Lake Crossing, located at 470 W, 200 N, Salt Lake City, UT 84103, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
It celebrates the transformative power of Black innovation, creativity, and collaboration in the tech industry and brings together visionaries, technologists, entrepreneurs, and cultural influencers.
Attendees will experience panels, discussions, and keynote presentations designed to spark conversation and ignite change.
Highlights of the event will include:
- Well at Work: A panel exploring how to center wellness for diverse employees in tech and build healthier workplaces
- Sports IQ: A discussion on the intersection of technology and the sports world, highlighting innovative solutions and emerging trends.
- Mentorship and Networking: An interactive session fostering meaningful connections and career-building opportunities
- Fireside Chat with Morgan Williams-Brown, visionary founder of Blendyd Studios on navigating the tech industry as a trailblazer
- Keynote Address by Latonya Howell of Tafi on insights into trends and culture in technology from a leader redefining the industry
- DJ 150 Proof
- Culinary delights by Chef Dayo
- A full bar to keep the energy high and the connections flowing.
The House of Code + Culture addresses the unique needs and challenges faced by the Black community in tech. The event centers on amplifying Black voices, celebrating their experiences, and fostering innovation at the intersection of culture and technology.
"The House of Code + Culture is more than just an event—it’s a movement to amplify the voices and contributions of Black innovators in the tech industry," said Nikki Walker, co-founder of The House of Code + Culture.
"We’re reimagining what’s possible when culture and technology intersect," said Princesse DesRose, co-founder of The House of Code + Culture.
This event is free and open to the public, with programming tailored to tech professionals, students, and anyone passionate about innovation and cultural impact.
For more information or to RSVP, visit www.houseofcodenculture.com
