Black Professionals in Tech Network launches in Zambia

Mwebantu, July 26, 2022

The Black Professionals in Tech Network (BPTN), the largest network of Black tech professionals in North America, with over 60,000 Black tech professional members globally, has officially launched in Zambia.
BPTN which launched on Friday 22nd July at Bongo Hive Technology Hub Lusaka provides a dynamic platform (obsidi.com) for global tech companies to build relationships with Black tech professionals across North America and in other global cities, enable large employers to hire talent and be seen as “An Employer of Choice” for Black tech professionals.

Mr. Lekan Olawoye, Founder of BPTN said he is confident that the launch of BPTN in Zambia will create an enabling platform for tech professionals to soar in their careers through provision of mentorship, master classes and resources as well as tap into BPTN network of career growers who are constantly seeking to hire Black tech talent, using this platform. Renowned company partners include Microsoft, IBM, LinkedIn, Deloitte, PwC, HPE, Intuit, Yelp, RBC bank, and many more global companies.

“BPTN is here to stay and will be investing $500,000USD yearly into the Zambian economy through hiring 17+ Fulltime staff, renting an office space in Lusaka and purchasing of equipment. Our Zambian office will be our Software engineering office, and it will help BPTN Inc build and maintain its global platform (obsidi.com). “He added.

In addition, BPTN offers support to partner companies through training sessions rich with relevant and culturally accurate content to enable the company to understand the Black tech professional experience, thereby supporting them to transform their systems and structure to better attract and retain talent.

We are a full-service firm that is a go-to partner for all things Black talent. This is what makes us a leading company, our ability to be the intimate partner for leading companies to solve their strategic hiring and retention needs.