Nikkia Reveillac Head of research at Twitter. (Photos: TechBeach)
Representation and inclusion have become more than buzzwords in the tech space as companies make a concerted effort to diversify their talent pools.
Taking into consideration the fact that approximately one in two foreign-born blacks in America are from the Caribbean, it comes as no surprise that many of these recruits are of Caribbean heritage. Holding positions of influence in areas ranging from software development and engineering to diversity and marketing, these individuals have also invested their time and talent in the regional tech ecosystem, Tech Beach Retreat, which seeks to spur an entrepreneurship and innovation revolution throughout the region. Here are several tech professionals with Caribbean roots who are making their mark at some of the world’s leading tech companies while simultaneously leveraging their expertise to create opportunities for undiscovered talent in the region alongside Tech Be
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While 2020 was a dismal year for business, several Caribbean companies managed to not only survive but thrive in a socially distanced world. Industries range from food to finance, data to delivery, but they all have one thing in common a technology-based foundation.
“The pandemic played into the hands of many tech companies as people transitioned to work from home, so the demand for digital tools and services skyrocketed. This saw double and triple-digit growth for companies within the sector. While traditional businesses that already leveraged technology were well-positioned to grow,” says Kyle Maloney, co-founder of TBR Lab, a Caribbean-based accelerator programme designed to connect regional startups, corporations and government agencies with global resources.