It's all about recruitment this week on Tech in the Hood with our guest, Kevin Davenport, Author, Founder, and CEO of The Ideal Candidate. On the show, Kevin and Flex discuss trends in recruitment, and dig into some of the biggest challenges facing young people entering the workforce. It's an inspiring conversation that covers everything from Kevin’s upbringing on the Southside, to his founder journey, and the unique challenges he faced writing his book, The Ideal Candidate, while struggling with dyslexia and ADD.
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Our guest this week is a disruptor. Matthew Moore, owner of Artist Replete, sits down with Flex to talk about how he built his business online before transitioning to a brick-and-mortar establishment. Matthew breaks down his strategy for scaling Artist Replete and uncovers the unconventional marketing and sales approaches that took him from a digital store all the way to Michigan Ave. We’ll spill some industry secrets, share tips for artists, and talk about everything from SEO to mental health.
read moreSemhar Amdemichael, a prominent figure in digital marketing and AdTech joins Flex to discuss her career trajectory and role in Chicago’s tech ecosystem. Semhar breaks down the unique strategies that set Chicago apart as an entrepreneurship hotbed, her participation in LongJump VC and shares her insights on the dynamic landscape of AI in advertising. We’ll uncover challenges in AI adoption, share tips for entrepreneurs, and discuss everything from high-level pitches to the critical importance of reskilling in Black and Brown communities.
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