7 notable African tech executives making a mark in corporate America

The African immigrant community in the U.S., though going through a lot of political attacks, is making serious waves in various sectors of the American economy. Be it in healthcare, entertainment, business, sports, and technology, the immigrant community is making an impact that is reshaping the culture, politics and economics of the U.S.

President Donald Trump would definitely have to think again about his “shithole comments” as Africans in the U.S. have proven to be one of the most educated and successful minority groups through the various entrepreneurial initiatives they have taken that are generating revenue and creating jobs.

As the world is in the midst of a tech boom and tech companies continue to pop up in the U.S., African immigrants are one of the minority groups at the forefront of this digital movement. From software development to digital enterprise solutions, as well as serving as founders and CEOs of some of America’s most dominant tech companies, the following African  tech executives have shown determination to take the technology industry in America to the next level.

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Mildred Europa Taylor

Mildred Europa Taylor is a writer and content creator. She loves writing about health and women's issues in Africa and the African diaspora.

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