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SVB at AFROTECH

Building relationships and fostering growth in the Black tech community

Event date: October 30, 2025

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Meet SVB at AFROTECH 2025 at the Founders' Summit

Now in our seventh year with AFROTECH, Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank will host the AFROTECH Founders' Summit on October 30th at the Houston Convention Center. We're excited to connect with innovators and discuss how we can support their growth in today’s dynamic ecosystem. Founders can apply to the AFROTECH Founders' Circle to get involved.

SVB sponsors AFROTECH in 2024

SVB proudly worked with AFROTECH, the world's largest Black tech conference. We connected with over 37,000 innovators, providing tangible value and fostering meaningful connections for entrepreneurs and professionals.

AFROTECH is electrifying. It's a space where innovation and culture intersect, where ideas flow freely and where the future feels tangible.

Tosh Ernest

Head of Catalyst 2045

Igniting conversations and inspiring action

SVB curated impactful experiences for attendees including:

• Innovation Stage panel: Tosh Ernest, Head of Catalyst 2045, led an engaging discussion with multi-hyphenate artist and entrepreneur on thriving in the innovation economy overcoming challenges unique to founders.
• Founders & Funders event: SVB hosted a Pitch Competition with our partnership with BLCK VC and StartupOS; providing valuable networking, insights and strategic opportunities for Black tech startups and investors.

Recharge and reconnect experience:

SVB’s Recharge Lounge located outside of the learning labs created an oasis for attendees between sessions. The lounge offered complimentary refreshments, professional headshots, a silent disco/meditation space and charging stations, the lounge became a sought-after destination to recharge and network. AFROTECH highlighted it as a prime example of attendee-focused engagement.

Looking ahead

SVB remains dedicated to supporting Black tech innovators and fostering a more inclusive innovation ecosystem. We're excited to continue this journey at AFROTECH 2025 and beyond.

Catalyst 2045: SVB's initiative to fuel innovation through inclusive access to capital, resources and expertise. Connect with our team.

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