About Black Tech Midwest
Black Tech Midwest is building an ecosystem where technology professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, educators, students, community leaders, business owners, and people curious about technology can connect, learn, collaborate, and grow.
Empower & Equip
No matter your socioeconomic status or zip code, you should have the information to make an educated decision on whether and how to implement tech and AI.
A Thriving Ecosystem
A deeply connected Heartland where Black founders receive funding, engineers find high-growth careers, and the next generation sees technology as a viable path to wealth creation.
Ideas Meet Execution
We are building a workforce where thought leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders collaborate directly with tech professionals to bring ideas to life through technology. This is about more than jobs — it's about building community, launching businesses, and creating the infrastructure to help them scale. When the visionaries and the builders are in the same room, things get made.
The Founder
Omar Perkins Jr.
Founder
Omar Perkins Jr. founded Black Tech Midwest, a nonprofit hub in St. Louis bringing technology and AI information to people regardless of socioeconomic status or zip code.
Contact: operkins@blacktechmidwest.com
Board of Directors
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Board member names and roles are awaiting confirmation from Black Tech Midwest and will be published here once approved.
Contact us about governance and partnershipGot Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should attend?
Everyone is welcome at Sip & Tech: business owners, creatives, educators, tech professionals and anyone curious about technology and AI. You do not need to work in tech.
Is parking available?
Free parking is available for the November 12 Sip & Tech Mixer at The Post Building, 1190 Cole Street, St. Louis.
Is there an age requirement?
Please confirm the age requirement on the event ticket page or email operkins@blacktechmidwest.com before purchasing. An age policy has not yet been confirmed on this website.
What should I wear?
Wear something comfortable for conversation and networking. Contact operkins@blacktechmidwest.com if you need to confirm any event-specific dress requirements.
What is the refund policy?
Refunds are subject to the policy on your Eventbrite event listing. Our website refund wording is awaiting organizer confirmation; please review the ticket listing before purchasing.
What accessibility accommodations are available?
Email operkins@blacktechmidwest.com before attending to discuss access needs and confirm venue accommodations. Specific venue accessibility details are awaiting confirmation.
How can I contact Black Tech Midwest?
Email operkins@blacktechmidwest.com with questions about events, volunteering, partnerships or sponsorships.
Read the full refund policy before purchasing tickets.