Blavity’s AFROTECH Conference is right around the corner, returning to Houston from Oct. 27-31 to gather Black innovators, entrepreneurs and more for five days of networking, discussions, performances and other programming. This year’s conference will include The Blavity Stage, presented by Blavity Media Group, that will be home to dynamic, sponsor-led sessions showcasing cutting-edge products, impactful campaigns and the thought leadership driving culture-forward innovation.
Read on for more about The Blavity Stage’s exciting programming.
‘Native Land Pod’ live recording
Native Land Pod hosts Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers will join The Blavity stage for a live podcast recording, where they’ll discuss the current political landscape, wielding insights and unapologetic analysis, unraveling the threads that connect Black Americans and marginalized communities to a place they courageously call home.
The live recording will include live audience participation.
Blavity Comedy Night, presented by Blavity House Party, featuring KevOnStage
On Friday, Oct. 30, All Access and Executive ticket holders will get the chance to attend Blavity Comedy Night presented by Blavity House Party, a special evening event that offers attendees the opportunity to unwind and enjoy premium entertainment and surprise moments. Featuring comedian KevOnStage & Friends, Blavity Comedy Night’s doors will open early for attendees to secure their seating and connect before the performance.
‘Roland Maritn Unfiltered’ Live from AFROTECH
AFROTECH and Roland Martin is bringing #RolandMartinUnfiltered to this year’s conference, broadcasting live through the week. Known for tackling news, politics, culture, and more, Martin will deliver sharp commentary and real-time reactions to the biggest moments happening on site. Attendees can catch tapings where Martin interviews key voices in tech, entrepreneurship and public policy—right from the center of Black innovation.
Blavity Creator Summit, in partnership with Dream Con
Blavity is teaming up with anime and gaming convention Dream Con on a one-day creator summit at AFROTECH. The experience will offer the next generation of Black digital entrepreneurs, creators, influencers and esports talent tactical insights, new connections, and support building pathways to sustainable success.
Blavity’s creator summit in partnership with Dream Con will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center– General Assembly from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm CST on Oct. 31.
Creator Meet-Up
This year’s AFROTECH Conference will also give content creators, influencers, and digital storytellers casual networking spaces to connect, collaborate and share insights. Creators still building their social media presence will get the opportunity to meet peers and spark lucrative partnerships.
Blavity supports the creator economy via programs like The Blavity Creator Collective Fellowship, a paid quarterly program that helps diverse talent across Blavity’s brands: Blavity.com, Travel Noire, 21Ninety, and Home & Texture. The fellowship aims to elevate emerging creators by offering tools, mentorship, and a platform to showcase their creativity in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Blavity Market at the Expo Hall
AFROTECH attendees who want to support Black-owned businesses should look out for Blavity Marketplace at the AFROTECH 2025 Expo Hall. The Marketplace will include brands across industries from fashion and beauty to tech and lifestyle.
To purchase a booth to connect with attendees and grow your business, visit AFROTECH’s vendor booths page for more information.
Stay tuned for more updates on AFROTECH 2025 programming here.
