Tech in the Hood is a podcast that celebrates Chicago's contribution to the digital age by showcasing the personal and professional journey of its host, Ahmed "Flex" Omar, and conversations with innovators and old friends.
Tech in the Hood
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Podcast Overview
Tech in the Hood is a podcast that celebrates Chicago's contribution to the digital age by showcasing the personal and professional journey of its host, Ahmed "Flex" Omar, and conversations with innovators and old friends.
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Publishing Since
2/21/2023
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Recent Episodes
August 6, 2024
Game-Changer: Terrance Muse's Playbook for Real Estate Success
As we wrap up Season 3, we sit down with Terrance Muse, a real estate entrepreneur from Chicago and a longtime friend of our host. Join us as they reminisce about their first meeting and explore Terrance's journey from athlete and basketball player to his entrance into the real estate field. They discuss the impact of technology and AI on the industry and highlight the crucial role of brokers and agents in making home ownership accessible and educating communities about real estate.
July 30, 2024
Empowering Business Growth: AdTech, Marketing, Venture Funding, and Inclusion with Semhar Amdemichael
Semhar Amdemichael, a prominent figure in digital marketing and AdTech joins Flex to discuss her career trajectory and role in Chicago’s tech ecosystem. Semhar breaks down the unique strategies that set Chicago apart as an entrepreneurship hotbed, her participation in LongJump VC and shares her insights on the dynamic landscape of AI in advertising. We’ll uncover challenges in AI adoption, share tips for entrepreneurs, and discuss everything from high-level pitches to the critical importance of reskilling in Black and Brown communities.
July 23, 2024
Artist Replete with Matthew Moore
Our guest this week is a disruptor. Matthew Moore, owner of Artist Replete, sits down with Flex to talk about how he built his business online before transitioning to a brick-and-mortar establishment. Matthew breaks down his strategy for scaling Artist Replete and uncovers the unconventional marketing and sales approaches that took him from a digital store all the way to Michigan Ave. We’ll spill some industry secrets, share tips for artists, and talk about everything from SEO to mental health.
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