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Imagining Better Futures: Highlights from the 2025 State of the Atlanta Black Tech Ecosystem Summit

Imagining Better Futures: Highlights from the 2025 State of the Atlanta Black Tech Ecosystem Summit

Yesterday, the much-anticipated 2025 State of the Atlanta Black Tech Ecosystem Summit sponsored by Tito's Handmade Vodka transformed from an in-person gathering at The Gathering Spot into a two-part virtual panel and in-person town hall.  experience that radiated innovation, collaboration, and hope. With majority of the Atlanta Black tech community tuning in, this year's theme, ...

Recapping the Inaugural Google for Startups Session: For Founders, By Founders thought leadership series

Recapping the Inaugural Google for Startups Session: For Founders, By Founders thought leadership series

At Goodie Nation, we believe in the power of community and the transformative impact of collective intelligence. That belief was the driving force behind partnering with Google for Startups on their inaugural For Founders, By Founders Thought Leadership Series—a unique workshop series designed to tap into the incredible expertise of the Google for Startups Founders ...

Our Vision For 2025 and Beyond: Building “The United States of Good”

Our Vision For 2025 and Beyond: Building “The United States of Good”

As we step into 2025, we can't ignore DEI's significant attacks and cutbacks within our innovation landscape. But here at Goodie Nation, we're not dwelling on the setbacks. Instead, we're encouraging founders, investors, tech professionals, community builders, and the ecosystem to reimagine what's possible when we put inclusivity and positivity in innovation first. This year, ...

Recap: Intentionally Good Summit Volume III – Harnessing the Power of Positive Innovation

Recap: Intentionally Good Summit Volume III – Harnessing the Power of Positive Innovation

The Intentionally Good Summit Vol. III brought together the Goodie Nation community in a high-energy event that blended inspiration, action, and celebration. With the theme “The Power of Positive Innovation,” this year’s summit served as a pivotal conversation on how to address underrepresentation in the innovation economy. Founders, investors, tech professionals, startup coaches, and corporate ...

Announcing the Inaugural Equity Wings Cohort

Announcing the Inaugural Equity Wings Cohort

We are thrilled to introduce the inaugural cohort of Equity Wings, our angel investing training program designed to empower professionals to make their mark in the world of early-stage investing. After a rigorous selection process, we are proud to present a diverse and talented group of 46 individuals who are ready to take flight as ...

Announcing Goodie Nation’s 5 Newest Board Members: A Step Forward in Our Mission to Empower A Positive Innovation Ecosystem

Announcing Goodie Nation’s 5 Newest Board Members: A Step Forward in Our Mission to Empower A Positive Innovation Ecosystem

Goodie Nation is thrilled to announce the addition of five remarkable leaders to our Board of Directors: Caitlin Ferguson, Jeff Hilimire, Jenea Bradley, Kirk Barnes, and Shay Lawson. Each of these individuals brings a wealth of experience, a commitment to excellence, and a passion for empowering the next generation of positive innovators and changemakers. As ...