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February 20, 2024 69 mins

Join us on this empowering episode of the Big Tech Energy Podcast as host Jarrett Albritton sits down with special guest Tre Baker to discuss black excellence and economic strategies. Explore the potential for transformative growth in tech and the broader community.

- Tre Baker presents his strategic plan to utilize federal reparations to bridge the wealth gap.
- Insights into Tulsa's booming tech scene and how it's becoming a hub for black founders and innovators.
- The unique approach of Techstars Tulsa in supporting underrepresented founders and Tre’s personal investment interests.
- The significance of compelling storytelling and addressing real customer problems when pitching to VCs.
- Tre Baker's perspective on the importance of collective investment and reparations in stimulating economic growth and reducing poverty.

00:00 Passionate about farming, technology, and proptech innovation.
10:09 Found opportunity, pivoted career, moved to Tulsa.
14:11 Financial empowerment, career growth, and ancestral energy.
19:46 Advice for black founders on securing funding.
22:04 Founders navigating tough market, solving real pain.
28:23 Seek experienced talent for growth and scalability.
35:02 AI tool at Brevity.com creates customizable decks.
39:00 Tech investing for Star Trek future, not Star Wars.
43:52 Minimum investments of $100; lack of funding.
51:43 Debate on reparations for stolen labor and access.
59:49 Reparations fund investments for long-term community benefit.
01:01:40 Transparent, democratic investment approach with voting rights.
01:07:18 Connect with me on social media, free resources.

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