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AFROTECH™ Conference is the largest Black tech conference of the year! Get ready to connect with a global community of 20,000+ Black tech innovators during a series of digital and in-person events filled with dynamic programming on emerging trends, networking opportunities with industry leaders and conversations with top tech recruiters.
AFROTECH™ Conference 2023 will take place Wednesday, November 1 through Sunday, November 5, 2023
AFROTECH™ Conference 2023 will be in Austin, TX for the second year in a row. Programming and Events will be held at the following locations:
Schedule at a Glance
All times are Central Time (CST).
All times and dates are subject to change.
Wednesday, November 1
8:00 am – 8:00 pm Registration
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Opening Ceremony
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Partner Events
Thursday, November 2
7:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration
9:00 am – 5:00 pm Expo Open
9:00 am – 5:00 pm Educational Programming
4:00 pm – 9:00 pm Partner Events
Friday, November 3
8:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration
9:00 am – 5:00 pm Expo Open
9:00 am – 5:00 pm Educational Programming
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm Partner Events
TIME TBD Protect the Culture, ticketed event
Saturday, November 4
8:00 am – 2:00 pm Registration
9:00 am – 12:00 pm Expo Open
TIME TBD Official AFROTECH™ Music Stage, ticketed event
TIME TBD AFROTECH™ Music After Hours, ticketed event
Sunday, November 5
9:00 am – 4:00 pm Partner Events
The full conference schedule, including session details and speakers, will be released early October 2023
There will be an AFROTECH™ Conference app that will roll out closer to the conference date. Stay tuned!
Mobile scooters can be rented directly from the Austin Convention Center for use during the Expo. Please contact Austin Convention Center directly, at the Business Center on Level 1, for pricing and availability.
Yes, you must be 18 or older to attend the AFROTECH™ Conference. No exceptions.
Attendees can create their professional profile and upload their resumé to the AFROTECH™ network after successfully registering for the conference. Talent Infusion powered by AFROTECH™ connects you with networking and career opportunities at top companies across industries. Click here to submit.
We invite students from all over the world to apply for our AFROTECH™ Conference 2023 Scholarship. Attending this in-person conference will be a one-of-a-kind experience and opportunity in your academic career.
Scholarship application is now closed. Recipients of the AFROTECH™ Student Scholarship will be notified September 2023.
Many companies sponsor tickets for employees to attend AFROTECH™ Conference as a learning or networking opportunity. Kick start the conversation with your employer by using this cover letter as a template to explain why they should invest in your professional growth.
You can purchase your AFROTECH™ Conference 2023 ticket by going to this link.
For the most up-to-date pricing visit our registration page
There are several ticket levels for the AFROTECH™ Conference 2023.
This ticket level gives the attendee General Admission access and access to student-only meetup spaces and student-focused events. You must be currently enrolled at an undergraduate or post-secondary institution and use your .edu email address to register. Ticket Price: $300.
Ticket Price: $2,450
If you want an ALL-ACCESS pass and an upgraded experience at the AFROTECH™ Conference – Buy the exclusive All-Access ticket.
Hotel, airfare, ground transportation, off-site events, meals, and parking are NOT included.
All registered attendees will receive a confirmation by email (please check your junk/spam folder). The confirmation email is your receipt and verifies the event(s) and/or additional fee sessions you have signed up for and how much you have paid. If you have questions regarding your registration, please contact afrotechreg@blavity.com.
AFROTECH™ Conference tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE. There are no refunds extended for payments collected for AFROTECH™ Conference.
We currently do not offer discounts specifically for military or non-profits.
Group rates are available for the purchase of 10+ tickets. To purchase group rate tickets, please contact afrotechreg@blavity.com. In addition, be sure to subscribe to our newsletter www.afrotech.com to be the first to know about special promotions.
All promo codes must be applied at the time of purchase. We cannot process refunds for unsuccessful promo code usage. If you are experiencing difficulties using your promo code, please contact afrotechreg@blavity.com for assistance before making any payments.
All badges must be picked up onsite. Badge Pickup locations will be shared in October 2023.
AFROTECH™ Conference tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE, however, they are transferable until October 27, 2023 at 6:00 PM ET. Refunds will not be provided for “no-shows”.Please email afrotechreg@blavity.com if you need assistance with ticket transfers.
Please note: If badge has already been used, a substitution will not be approved.
We’ve negotiated the best available rates at Austin hotels for AfroTech Conference 2023. Book a room in our hotel block through our official housing vendor, Resiada, to enjoy:
-The best available rates-Exclusive perks and amenities (varies by hotel)
-No booking or change fees,
plus the option to pay later
Please use the link below to book your room:
Book Hotel
Shuttle service is not offered at this time.
Attendees should plan to fly to the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).
Downtown Austin is 7.5 miles away from the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and typically less than a 15 minutes car ride.
What are the transportation options from the airport to downtown Austin?
Please visit our Partnerships page for more information on partnering with AFROTECH™ Conference.
You may complete this form to apply to be a speaker.
The Submission Form For 2023 Conference Speakers Is Now Closed. All Additional Submissions After 6/30/23 Will Be Considered For Future Events.
Selected speakers will be notified in September 2023.
There are no volunteer opportunities available for AFROTECH™ Conference 2023 at this time.
We will not be launching the pitch competition for AFROTECH™ Conference 2023 at this time.
Thank you for your interest in sharing AFROTECH™ Conference 2023 in your news coverage. Professional photography and videography is allowed in specific areas of the conference with proper credentials and a camera tag provided by AFROTECH™. By submitting to become accredited you agree to respect the rules and regulations set forth in this policy.
All interviews must be pre-scheduled prior to conference, do not approach speakers during the conference.
All social post should include AFROTECH™ official hashtags
Please send all coverage to press@blavity.com
Ticketing Questions (upgrading pass, payment issues, general ticketing inquiries): afrotechreg@blavity.com
Travel/lodging questions: afrotechhousing@blavity.com
Other conference questions (programming, accessibility, conference specific questions): conferenceops@blavity.com