Amplifying Afrotech’s Impact with a City Proclamation

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civi case study

Client overview

AfroTech,oneofthelargestmulticulturaltechcareersconferencesintheUnitedStates,convenesBlackinnovators,entrepreneurs,and professionalstocelebrateandadvancediversityintechnology WhenAfroTechhosteditsconferenceinHouston,thegoalwastohost theirbestconferenceyet,andtoleavealastingimpressiononthecity

Challenge

AfroTech’s leadership aimed to amplify their presence in Houston by connecting with grassroots, civic, and community leaders To achievethismilestone,AfroTechrequiredapartnerwithdeeplocal expertise,arobustnetwork,andanunderstandingofgovernment processes

Solution

CiviConsultantspartneredwithAfroTechtoleadthiseffortwiththe goal of securing official government proclamations declaring it “AfroTechDay”intheCityofHouston Thisinitiativesoughtto:

Highlight AfroTech’s significance to Houston’s tech and entrepreneurialecosystems

Demonstrate AfroTech’s commitment to uplifting the local community

Strengthen relationships with local officials, businesses, and advocates

Results

CiviConsultantsdeliveredmeasurablesuccess,including:

Official Recognition: Houston proclaimed an official AfroTech Day, demonstrating the city’s commitment to diversityintech

Increased Visibility: The proclamation announcement generated significant buzz, enhancing AfroTech’s local andnationalprofile

Strengthened Relationships: AfroTech built connections withHouston-basedbusinesses,communityleaders,and policymakers,pavingthewayforfuturecollaborations

Services Provided

Garrett Auzenne Founder & CEO of Civi Consultants; State Representative Ron Reynolds (HD-27); Morgan DeBaun CEO of Blavity Inc; Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Harris County; CongresswomanEricaLee-Carter(TX-18);andCouncilMembersEdPollard,CarolynEvans-Shabazz,andTiffanyThomas

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