HBCU Students
Innovators of Tomorrow
On February 18th, 2024, Winston-Salem State University and the City of Winston-Salem co-hosted the HBCU Smart Cities Showcase with a career fair and student pitches for prizes.
Participation Benefits
Participating cities in the HBCU Smart Cities Challenge can unlock numerous benefits, including:
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Gain access to a wealth of resources, including research insights, technological expertise, and funding opportunities to support your smart city initiatives.
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Gain access to a wealth of resources, including research insights, technological expertise, and funding opportunities to support your smart city initiatives.
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2024 HBCU Alumni Fellows
The 2024 HBCU Alumni Fellows program honors exceptional alumni for their leadership and community impact. They will engage in initiatives and mentor future HBCU leaders.
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Tanyaradzwa Chisepo
Bethune-Cookman University
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Taylen Roberts
Dillard University
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Sigmus Eshiobomhe
Fisk University
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Augustine Ezirim
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"Working with Pathway OZ has been a game-changer for our business. Their expertise in navigating Opportunity Zones within HBCU communities helped us secure the right investments and expand our operations. Thanks to their strategic approach and deep understanding of the local ecosystem, we've experienced substantial growth and made a positive impact on the community. We highly recommend partnering with Pathway OZ to unlock the potential of Opportunity Zones.
Norma McGowan Jackson
District 1 - Councilwoman of City of Tuskegee
"Working with Pathway OZ has been a game-changer for our business. Their expertise in navigating Opportunity Zones within HBCU communities helped us secure the right investments and expand our operations. Thanks to their strategic approach and deep understanding of the local ecosystem, we've experienced substantial growth and made a positive impact on the community. We highly recommend partnering with Pathway OZ to unlock the potential of Opportunity Zones.
Norma McGowan Jackson
District 1 - Councilwoman of City of Tuskegee
"Working with Pathway OZ has been a game-changer for our business. Their expertise in navigating Opportunity Zones within HBCU communities helped us secure the right investments and expand our operations. Thanks to their strategic approach and deep understanding of the local ecosystem, we've experienced substantial growth and made a positive impact on the community. We highly recommend partnering with Pathway OZ to unlock the potential of Opportunity Zones.
Norma McGowan Jackson
District 1 - Councilwoman of City of Tuskegee
"Working with Pathway OZ has been a game-changer for our business. Their expertise in navigating Opportunity Zones within HBCU communities helped us secure the right investments and expand our operations. Thanks to their strategic approach and deep understanding of the local ecosystem, we've experienced substantial growth and made a positive impact on the community. We highly recommend partnering with Pathway OZ to unlock the potential of Opportunity Zones.
Norma McGowan Jackson
District 1 - Councilwoman of City of Tuskegee
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Grateful to Partners who made this Success and Impact possible
We proudly collaborate with cities dedicated to innovative and sustainable urban development. Below are the logos of our partner cities, each committed to advancing smart city initiatives.
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