Storj Institute Interview Series
Empowering Equity in Web3: Stories that Inspire Change
Why the Storj Institute Interview Series?
The Storj Institute Interview Series shines a spotlight on the voices shaping the Web3 ecosystem. By amplifying stories from innovators, creators, and visionaries from underrepresented communities, we aim to inspire, educate, and connect. This ongoing series underscores our commitment to building a Web3 that’s inclusive, diverse, and equitable.
Key objectives:
- Highlight diverse perspectives in Web3.
- Educate on challenges and opportunities in the decentralized world.
- Foster a community of learning and innovation.
Golden Advice for Entering the Emerging Tech Space
Derrick Thomas shares his journey from Harlem basketball courts to JPMorgan's Innovation Economy, revealing how diverse perspectives drive breakthrough innovation, the evolution from Web3 to AI, and golden advice for aspiring founders breaking into emerging technology.
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Leading Governance with Inclusion in Distributed Work
Teasha Cable shares how CModel uses AI-powered decision intelligence to revolutionize business strategy, foster transparency, and empower inclusive innovation in the future of work.
Redefining small business lending with blockchain and decision intelligence
Garrett Ransom, CEO of Thermal Labs, is redefining small business lending with blockchain and decision intelligence—empowering inclusive innovation from the ground up.
Leading Governance with Inclusion in Distributed Work
Katherine Johnson shares insights on the future of remote work, emphasizing how thoughtful governance and cultural awareness are key to building inclusive, globally distributed teams.
NFTs, Blockchains, and Drones!
Tola Kasali, CEO of Perspective Developer, explores the integration of blockchain with autonomous UAVs, offering insights into the future of emerging tech.
Pioneering Web3 Innovator Building a Sustainable Future
Imari Oliver discusses his Smart City project in Atlanta, aiming to leverage resources, investments, and education to combat gentrification and foster inclusive development.
Blockchain Confidentiality
Musa Ogunyemi, a PhD student, delves into blockchain confidentiality and the use of machine learning for transaction monitoring, focusing on decentralized space.
DEI Council at Storj interviewing Cleve Mesidor
Cleve Mesidor, a prominent advocate for blockchain equity and inclusion, shares her insights on the state of diversity in the Web3 space, the importance of financial inclusion, and her ongoing efforts to amplify underrepresented voices through strategic initiatives like the National Policy Network of Women of Color in Blockchain.
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