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DIGITAL DIVERSITY NETWORK

NEW YORK, NY · EIN 455184602 · Form 990EZ · FY2021 · Small ($100K-$1M) · digitaldiversitynetwork.com
revenue
$152K
expenses
$15K
net assets
$-4K
employees
mission · from form 990

DIGITALDIVERSITYNETWORKENGAGEMEMBERSANDSPONSORINGCOMPANIESTHROUGHHIGH-LEVELLEADERSHIPFORUMSandON-LINEEDUCATION.

profile · synthesized from sources

Digital Diversity Network (DDN) is a nonprofit organization that advances diversity in the technology sector through leadership recognition and networking. It produces the "40 Under 40: Tech Diversity – Silicon Valley" program, which honors diverse tech leaders under 40 from underrepresented ethnic backgrounds. The initiative aims to inspire future generations, promote inclusion in tech, and connect professionals, companies, and investors around equity in the innovation economy.

named programs · 1 · from sources

What they call their work

40 Under 40: Tech Diversity – Silicon Valley
Annual recognition program honoring 40 diverse tech leaders under 40 from underrepresented ethnicities based on achievement, influence, civic engagement, and impact. Includes an awards event and networking opportunities.
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Industry and Community Recognition Awards 2 activities
    • 40 Under 40: Tech Diversity – Silicon Valley recognition program
      Recognizes 40 emerging diverse tech leaders under the age of 40 from underrepresented ethnicities through an annual program, with celebratory events held at major tech company headquarters such as Airbnb and Salesforce, drawing over 350 attendees at launch.
    • Annual Innovation & Inclusion Awards program
      Hosts an annual awards event in New York City that recognizes the contributions of Asian, Black, Latinx, and Native American professionals in digital and technology fields, with approximately 100 attendees and multiple award categories.
  • Arts Professional Advocacy & Equity Initiatives 1 activity
    • Advocacy for diversity in digital and technology sectors
      Champions inclusion and advocates for increased representation of underrepresented groups across all levels of the digital media and technology industries.
  • Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 1 activity
    • Professional development and networking for diverse tech talent
      Provides resources, career development opportunities, recruitment support, and networking events connecting diverse professionals with sponsoring companies and industry leaders through forums, online education, and panels.
  • Startup Acceleration & Business Growth Support 1 activity
    • Support for innovation in tech talent and product development
      Offers programs and platforms that support innovation in creativity, product development, and talent management among diverse entrepreneurs and technology companies.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Volunteer engagement program
      Facilitates ongoing volunteer opportunities for individuals, corporate partners, consultants, and interns to support events and programs.
  • Professional Networking Events 1 activity
    • Women of Color in Tech initiative
      Operates a national initiative that hosts annual networking events in New York, Los Angeles, and Seattle to advance diversity and inclusion, featuring panel discussions and receptions for over 100 professionals, including engagement with male allies.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$152K
Contributions & grants$11K7%
Program service revenue
Investment income
Other revenue$139K
expenses
Total expenses$15K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$16K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$-4K
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +473.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

Who runs it

board members · 11
  • Amanda Armour — Director
  • Atul Prashar — Director
  • Deserrie Perez — Director
  • Desiree Rollins — Director
  • Detavio Samuels — Director
  • Jean Brewster — Director
  • Karine Travieso — Director
  • Kedma Brown — Director Chair
  • Kevin McFall — Director Secretary
  • LaSharah Bunting — Director Treasurer
  • Maureen Carter — Director
relationships · 36

Who they work with

  • 2019 Innovation & Inclusion Awards Partner — Hosted or participated in the 2019 Innovation & Inclusion Awards
  • Amazon Partner — Provided a panelist for Digital Diversity Network's event on engaging male allies to support women of color in tech.
  • Amazon Studios Partner — Member organization represented in DDN's network of diverse professionals
  • Board of Influencers Network — Group of individuals committed to promoting DDN's programs and events through time and expertise.
  • Comcast NBCUniversal Partner — Annual corporate sponsor of Digital Diversity Network.
  • Comcast/NBCUniversal Partner — Member organization represented in DDN's network of diverse professionals
  • Deloitte Partner — Participated in Digital Diversity Network's Seattle event with a representative serving as a panelist.
  • Diageo Brands Partner — Provided sponsorship and libations for the Innovation & Inclusion Awards ceremony.
  • Dometi Pongo Partner — Served as emcee for the Innovation & Inclusion Awards ceremony.
  • Essence Communications Partner — Annual corporate sponsor of Digital Diversity Network.
  • Google Partner — Member organization represented in DDN's network of diverse professionals
  • Google Partner — Provided a panelist for Digital Diversity Network's event focused on advancing women of color in tech.
  • HBO Partner — Annual corporate sponsor of Digital Diversity Network.
  • Intel Partner — Member organization represented in DDN's network of diverse professionals
  • Limeade Partner — Provided a panelist for Digital Diversity Network's Seattle event on tech diversity and inclusion.
  • Los Angeles Partner — Hosts annual Women of Color in Technology Reception
  • Microsoft Partner — Provided a moderator and panelist for Digital Diversity Network's Seattle event on engaging male allies in tech diversity.
  • NBCUniversal Partner — Co-presented the 2nd Annual Los Angeles Women of Color in Tech Reception with Digital Diversity Network.
  • NBCUniversal Partner — Presenting partner for the 2nd Annual Los Angeles Women of Color in Technology Reception, providing hosting and financial support.
  • New York City Partner — Hosts annual Innovation & Inclusion Awards event
  • REGISTRYBayArea.com Partner — Partnered with REGISTRYBayArea.com to launch the "40 Under 40: Tech Diversity – Silicon Valley" program.
  • Ryann Richardson Partner — Featured speaker and interviewer in fireside chats with special award honorees at the Innovation & Inclusion Awards.
  • Saatchi & Saatchi Partner — Event sponsor for the Innovation & Inclusion Awards.
  • Sponsoring Companies Partner — Companies that sponsor the organization's leadership forums and online education programs
  • The New York Times Company Partner — Member organization represented in DDN's network of diverse professionals
  • Twitter Partner — Member organization represented in DDN's network of diverse professionals
  • UCLA Anderson School of Management Partner — Hosts the Center for MEMES Media, Entertainment & Sports where Jay Tucker serves as Executive Director and advisor to Digital Diversity Network
  • Viacom Partner — Member organization represented in DDN's network of diverse professionals
  • Warner Bros. Partner — Annual corporate sponsor of Digital Diversity Network.
  • Warner Bros. Partner — Member organization represented in DDN's network of diverse professionals
+ 6 more
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Diverse Teams Drive Better Business Outcomes
    methodology: diverse-teams-drive-better-business-outcomes
    By building diverse tech teams, organizations can better identify and serve unmet market needs, because varied lived experiences lead to more innovative solutions and broader market relevance.
  • Inclusive Gender Partnerships to Advance Workplace Equity
    methodology: inclusive_gender_partnerships
    By including men in diversity initiatives, we create actionable strategies to remove systemic barriers for women of color in tech, because sustainable inclusion requires allyship and structural change driven by both men and women.
  • Invest in Pipeline Professionals to Accelerate Representation
    methodology: pipeline investment in working professionals
    By investing in working professionals already in the technology sector pipeline, we increase representation of underrepresented groups in tech, because advancing those already in the field creates faster, more sustainable demographic change than focusing solely on entry-level talent.
  • Leadership Development Through Networking and Role Model Exposure
    methodology: leadership-development-through-networking
    By providing networking opportunities, industry education, and exposure to role models, we enable diverse professionals to advance in tech careers, because peer and mentor connections increase visibility, confidence, and access to opportunity in a high-barrier field.