Your guide to the best conferences for networking, recruiting, and career growth in tech
April
Houston, TX
Black Is Tech Conference
Affordable Entry
Tickets start at just $75, making world-class tech training accessible to everyone ready to level up their career
AI-Focused Learning
Deep-dive workshops on Google Gemini and ChatGPT that give you hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI tools
Top Recruiters
Companies like Microsoft and Amazon actively recruit on-site—bring your resume and make connections that count
March
Baltimore, MD
NSBE Annual Convention
Massive Scale
18,000+ attendees and 300+ companies recruiting—this is where the entire Black engineering community converges
Leave Certified
Walk away with professional certifications in AWS or Python that immediately boost your resume and open new career doors. Technical training meets opportunity in one powerful weekend.
October
Anaheim, CA
Grace Hopper Celebration
Largest Gathering
The premier event for women in tech—an unmatched community of innovators, leaders, and changemakers
70+ Companies
Top tech firms actively recruiting talented women—from startups to Fortune 500 giants
$8M in Scholarships
Life-changing financial support awarded to women pursuing tech careers and education
100% Free
Virtual
ColorStack Stacked Up Summit
Zero Cost Barrier
Completely FREE and virtual—no travel expenses, no registration fees, just pure opportunity for Black and Latinx CS students
Industry Leaders
Companies like Bloomberg, Netflix, and Meta don't just sponsor—they lead sessions, share insights, and actively mentor the next generation
Year-Round
Free for Job Seekers
Women Impact Tech
Direct Access
Skip the resume black hole—interview directly with hiring managers
Top Companies
Google, Microsoft, PayPal and more actively participate
Career Launch
Turn conversations into offers throughout the year
November
Boston, MA
SWE WE26
200+
Workshops
Hands-on technical sessions covering everything from coding to leadership
2
Career Fair Days
Two full days to connect with recruiters and land your dream role
$500K
Annual Scholarships
Substantial financial support awarded to women pursuing engineering degrees
10 Months
All Expenses Paid
Code2040 Fellows Program
01
Apply to the Program
Join a selective cohort of talented Black and Latinx technologists committed to growth
02
Technical Training
10 months of world-class technical training that sharpens your skills and expands your network
03
Career Support
Personalized mentorship and career guidance completely free—plus an all-expense-paid summit
04
Launch Your Future
Graduate with connections, credentials, and confidence to thrive in tech
September
Los Angeles, CA
National Black MBA Conference
Dedicated Tech Summit
A specialized track focused exclusively on technology careers and leadership
Nation's Largest
The largest diversity career fair in the country—thousands of opportunities in one place
Business Meets Tech
Perfect for professionals at the intersection of business strategy and technology innovation
Don't Just Watch from the Sidelines
These conferences are where opportunities meet preparation. Get in the room. Build your network. Transform your career. Your future in tech starts with showing up.