Underrepresented in Tech Unsung, Unstoppable: 22 Black Trailblazers in Technology
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Feb 13, 2026 A celebration of 22 Black pioneers who shaped telecommunications, computing, spaceflight calculations, imaging and collaboration tech. Conversations also cover modern challenges like biased hiring, limited access to internships and mentorship, non-inclusive cultures, and building equitable pipelines. Practical ideas for widening networks, training, and retention round out the discussion.
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Granville Woods' Inventor Story
- Granville Woods held nearly 60 patents and invented the multiplex induction telegraph that reduced train accidents.
- Thomas Edison tried to sue him and later offered partnership after losing the case.
Katherine Johnson's NASA Legacy
- Katherine Johnson calculated flight paths for early NASA missions and verified machine computer results.
- She received the Presidential Medal of Freedom and inspired the film Hidden Figures.
Otis Boykin's Practical Inventions
- Otis Boykin held 26 patents including a wire precision resistor used in TVs, IBM computers, and missiles.
- He also invented a control unit for the pacemaker improving everyday electronics accessibility.
