Notable Speakers
Professor
john a. powell
2024 Detroit Digital Empowerment Summit
On the second day of the 2024 Detroit Digital Empowerment Summit, Professor john a. powell, Director of the Othering & Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley, delivered a thought-provoking keynote on the role of technology in advancing equity and inclusion.
With depth and clarity, Professor powell explored how digital innovation can be a powerful tool for bridging social divides and cultivating true belonging—especially in cities like Detroit. His insights challenged us to rethink not only how we build technology, but who we build it for.
His message left attendees with a deeper understanding of what it means to design a digital future where everyone is seen, valued, and empowered to thrive.
