EVENT
2025 Back to School Summit
SESSION
Thursday, September 11, 2025
1:30 pm
SESSION OVERVIEW

Breaking Barriers: Philanthropy’s Role in Tech Talent Transformation

No longer confined to traditional grantmaking, today’s philanthropic leaders are co-creating systems-level solutions to drive inclusive economic mobility. This panel discussion will explore how philanthropic capital is being used to break down structural and financial barriers, expand access to workforce opportunities, and spark innovation across the tech sector. A panel of experts will share insights, strategies, and lessons learned, highlighting how philanthropy is reshaping opportunities for people and communities. The conversation will examine how impact is being redefined—not just in jobs or dollars, but in creating pathways to transformed lives.