Africans In Tech

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Welcome to Africans In Tech, a podcast where inspiring journeys in the world of technology are explored. Hosted by Sahr Lebbie, join us for candid interviews with tech professionals sharing their stories, challenges, and triumphs. Whether you're new to tech or a seasoned veteran, valuable insights and mentorship opportunities await. Let's demystify tech together and drive positive change in the industry.

  1. 4월 25일

    Africans in Tech Podcast Episode 34 | Beyond the Game: Life Lessons from the NFL w/ Joel Iyiegbuniwe

    In this episode of Africans in Tech, we sit down with Joel Iyiegbuniwe — Nigerian-American, former Chicago Bears linebacker, and aspiring tech leader — to talk about life on and off the field. We cover: Growing up Nigerian-American in Kentucky 🎭 Early dreams of being an athlete, doctor, or actor 🏈 Excelling in college football & making it to the NFL 🧠 Cognitive challenges of learning complex playbooks 💪 Why athletes’ discipline translates into careers beyond sports 👨‍👩‍👦 Family expectations, culture, and finding balance 💵 Lessons in money, relationships, and long-term planning Whether you’re an athlete, tech enthusiast, or just curious about life after professional sports, Joel’s story is full of lessons on resilience, focus, and personal growth. 📩 Got questions or want to share your story? Email us: africansintechnology@gmail.com 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications for more inspiring stories from Africans in Tech!

    29분

  2. 4월 25일

    Africans in Tech Podcast Episode 35 | Cybersecurity Secrets You’re Ignoring w/ Yasmin Abdi

    From protecting billions of users at Snap to flying 94 times in a single year, Yasmin shares her inspiring journey of leaving Big Tech to build her own company, NoHack. 🚀 In this episode of Africans in Tech, we dive into Yasmin's story — from late nights studying at the University of Maryland, to internships at Snapchat, Google, and Meta, to becoming the first Black woman in engineering at Snapchat, and now, a founder tackling cybersecurity challenges head-on. We cover: ✅ Why small businesses can’t afford to ignore cybersecurity ✅ How ransomware & deepfakes are changing the game ✅ AI’s double-edged sword in security — threat detection vs. new attack vectors ✅ Building tech opportunities back in Somalia & across Africa 📚 Grinding through college while chasing opportunities 💡 Navigating failure and turning it into growth 🌍 Breaking barriers in Big Tech without mentors 🔑 Lessons on resilience, representation, and building a future in tech This conversation goes beyond personal career growth — it’s about cybersecurity, global infrastructure, resilience, and the next wave of AI-powered threats. If you’ve ever wondered how leaders in cybersecurity think about protecting people, businesses, and even countries, this episode is for you. 💡 Don’t miss the part about deepfakes, LeBron James, and the scary future of social engineering. 📩 Got questions or want to share your story? Email us: africansintechnology@gmail.com 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the 🔔 to catch more inspiring stories from Africans in Tech!

    1시간 7분

  3. 4월 25일

    Africans in Tech Podcast Episode 36 | Patience That Builds Great Cloud Engineers w/ CloudTechExec

    In this Africans in Tech episode, we sit down with Jonte Charles, a former collegiate athlete turned cloud engineer, to unpack the mindset, discipline, and lessons that helped him transition from the wrestling mat to mastering the cloud. We talk about: 💭 Why treating ChatGPT like a “copy-paste machine” is holding you back ⚙️ The athlete’s mindset that builds resilience in tech careers ☁️ Understanding cloud scalability and problem-solving like a pro 💡 The importance of debugging — and why the struggle is where you grow 🔥 How to stay sharp, stay humble, and keep your edge in a fast-changing industry If you’re trying to pivot into tech or level up your skills, this episode is packed with real insights and practical takeaways. 🎧 Watch more from Africans in Tech Subscribe for real conversations with builders, engineers, and leaders driving innovation across Africa and the diaspora. Connect with Cloud Tech - https://www.youtube.com/@cloudtechexec

    1시간 34분

  4. 4월 25일

    Africans in Tech Podcast Episode 37 | Build a Cloud Portfolio That Gets You Hired w/ Paige Malcom

    In this episode of Africans in Tech, we sit down with Paige Malcolm, a driven software and cloud engineer who turned classroom learning and internships into a full-time role at a Fortune 500 insurance company. Paige shares how she transitioned from studying software engineering to landing two internships — one as a functional analyst and another in cloud engineering — before negotiating her first full-time offer and building a life in a new state. She opens up about navigating diversity in tech, balancing work with personal growth, and learning cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Azure and Terraform to manage infrastructure at scale. 💻 What you’ll learn in this episode: How Paige landed back-to-back internships and a Fortune 500 offer The art of negotiating your first tech salary What it’s really like working in cloud engineering full-time Her experience as one of few Black women in tech spaces Relocating for work and finding community in a new city Building confidence and owning your career path 🧠 Tech Stack: Microsoft Azure | Terraform | PowerShell | ASDO (Azure DevOps) 👩🏾‍💻 Connect with Paige: Follow her journey as she builds her career and continues empowering others to break into tech. 🎧 Watch more from Africans in Tech Subscribe for real conversations with builders, engineers, and leaders driving innovation across Africa and the diaspora. 📱 Follow us Instagram: [@africansintech]

    1시간 12분

  5. 4월 25일

    Africans in Tech Podcast Episode 38 | Pivoting from Cybersecurity to Data Science w/ Jerrod Douglas

    🚀 From the U.S. Air Force to Cybersecurity, and now thriving in Data Science — Jerrod Douglas has done it all. In this episode of the Africans in Tech Podcast, Jerrod shares how discipline, curiosity, and mentorship shaped his success in the tech industry. 🎙 Hosted by Sahr Lebbie & Queen Duncan, this conversation dives deep into Jerrod’s transformation — from military life to tech professional, author, and viral creator. 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✅ How Jerrod transitioned from cybersecurity operations → data science ✅ The mindset needed to pivot careers and stay competitive in tech ✅ Why he wrote his new book No Nonsense Tech ✅ How his appearance on Pop the Balloon went viral (and what it taught him) ✅ The importance of mentorship and community in tech ✅ How to balance grad school, fitness, and a demanding career 📘 Jerrod’s Book: No Nonsense Tech – Available now on Amazon 📱 Follow Jerrod: @thefittechguy 🎧 Listen to more episodes: Africans in Tech Podcast

    1시간 19분

  6. 3월 30일

    Africans in Tech Podcast Episode 28 | Global Lessons in Work & Wealth w/ Rejoice Jones

    In this episode of Africans in Tech, host Sahr Lebbie sits down with Rejoice Jones, founder of Vower, a skills-first hiring platform with over 10,000 users. Rejoice’s story is a global journey of curiosity, reinvention, and building solutions that change how people enter the workforce. From leading weekend volunteer programs for the homeless in Atlanta, to studying advanced South African politics in Cape Town, to teaching in Cabo, Mexico, every chapter shaped the vision for Vower. She shares how her exposure to bursary economies abroad, her background in education, and her understanding of workforce development inspired a platform where job seekers can learn skills in real time before applying for entry-level roles — making hiring faster, fairer, and more accessible. 📌 Highlights: Growing up in Grand Rapids & Clayton County Playing sports, ROTC, and student government in high school From a 2-year college to a full ride to Emory University Studying abroad in South Africa & launching microenterprises in townships Living & teaching in Cabo, Mexico — and seeing global wealth firsthand Founding Vower & recruiting interns from Georgia Tech and Emory How Vower’s patented process lets you learn skills before you apply for jobs Why skills-first hiring is the future of work 🎧 Whether you’re a student, entrepreneur, or future founder, this episode will challenge you to rethink hiring, skills, and opportunity in the modern world.

    1시간 20분

  7. 3월 30일

    Africans in Tech Podcast Episode 29 | Crafting a Career in UX Design w/ CeDerrick Mixon

    In this episode of Africans in Tech, host Sahr Lebbie sits down with CeDerrick Mixson, a multi-disciplinary creative turned UX and product design leader. Cedric’s career spans from high school side hustles in photography and barbering, to studying fine art and graphic design, to leading design teams at startups and major companies like ParkMobile, Carvana, and RoadSync. CeDerrick shares how starting at smaller companies sharpened his skills, why storytelling is a critical tool for senior designers, and how to navigate collaboration with product managers. He also opens up about his latest venture — Jello World — a platform aiming to be the “source of truth” online by scoring the credibility of social media content. We talk about: Making the jump from art to UX and product management The value of starting in small companies before going enterprise How to balance creative vision with business needs Practical tips for getting from mid-level to lead in UX Building Jello World and tackling misinformation online Whether you’re a junior designer eyeing your next step or a founder building your first product team, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and candid insights.

    41분

  8. 3월 30일

    Africans in Tech Podcast Episode 30 | The Future of Balance w/ Lily Andemariam

    In this episode of Africans in Tech, Lily shares her incredible journey—growing up as the child of immigrants, navigating career pivots, and battling burnout on the path to building Mela Ai, a platform redefining how people find balance and not burn out. Lily opens up about: The immigrant hustle that shaped her mindset 💪🏾 How she bounced back from burnout to find purpose Why representation in tech and Black women in product leadership matters The vision behind Mela Ai and the future of work & productivity, and finding balance through it all 🔥 Whether you’re chasing a career in tech, launching your own startup, or learning to manage your mental health along the way—this conversation will inspire you. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to support the movement of Africans shaping the future of tech!

    1시간 17분
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Welcome to Africans In Tech, a podcast where inspiring journeys in the world of technology are explored. Hosted by Sahr Lebbie, join us for candid interviews with tech professionals sharing their stories, challenges, and triumphs. Whether you're new to tech or a seasoned veteran, valuable insights and mentorship opportunities await. Let's demystify tech together and drive positive change in the industry.

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    Sahr
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    2024년 - 2026년
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