DFC Presents Power Up: Shaping an Inclusive Tech Economy for Detroit

Detroit stands at a defining moment in shaping a tech economy that supports equitable growth. Hear from leaders working at the intersection of technology, economic development, and community impact as they discuss how Detroiters can fully participate in — and benefit from — the city’s next wave of tech innovation.

Join us for this in‑person convening to explore bold ideas, collaborate, and take part in building Detroit’s tech future.

What to Expect

Presentation of key findings from

• Ashley Williams Clark, Chief Strategy Officer & Director of the Center for Equity, Engagement, and Research

Fireside Chat with leading voices in the tech economy:

• Dr. Allison Scott, Chief Executive Officer, The Kapor Foundation
• Khalilah Burt Gaston, Executive Director, The Song Foundation
• Moderator: Hilary Doe, Chief Executive Officer, Michigan Institute for Growth and Opportunity

Interactive Data Walk exploring opportunities to drive systems change in Detroit’s tech ecosystem

About the Report Fueling This Discussion

Detroit Future City released , made possible through support from the Song Foundation and Kapor Foundation.

The report provides a data‑driven, Detroit‑centered vision for how tech can drive inclusive economic growth without replicating inequities seen in other tech hubs. It examines Detroit’s current tech landscape and highlights both areas of momentum and structural gaps — including uneven access to capital, workforce barriers, and ecosystem challenges — that must be addressed for Black and Hispanic/Latino Detroiters to fully benefit.

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