Luvvie explores the inspiring journey of Morgan DeBaun, the visionary founder and CEO of Blavity Inc., as she discusses building a media empire for Black millennials. Morgan shares her path from Silicon Valley to establishing a diverse and mission-driven company, highlighting the challenges of fundraising, overcoming skepticism, and the importance of resilience and innovation. Offering valuable insights on leadership, team building, and navigating entrepreneurship, Morgan’s story is a powerful testament to ambition, community, and staying true to one’s vision.
More about Morgan:
Morgan DeBaun is a serial entrepreneur and the founder, CEO, and Chairman of Blavity Inc. Under her leadership, Blavity Inc. has become a market leader, reaching over 100 million readers per month with its brands including Blavity, 21Ninety, AfroTech, Travel Noire, Home & Texture, and Shadow & Act. Her achievements have earned her accolades such as ADCOLOR’s Innovative Award, Forbes 30 Under 30, and recognition among America’s Top 50 Women in Tech.
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