Startup Grind Houston #SGHOU

CALLING ALL DEI LEADERS! Oye, mira, here’s the deal: I don’t like pushing products. I’m not here to convince you to do what’s right for your business, life, or soul. BUT if I don’t talk about Justice A.I. then this tool will never reach the people who need it most—and THAT would be a disservice. So here it is: Justice A.I. is the #1 Ethical and Decolonial AI. Period. We’re not just checking boxes—we’re meeting ALL EEOC requirements and setting the standard for how AI should work in the real world. 🔥 What’s in it for you? Schedule a demo and watch your organization transform into a powerhouse of inclusivity and cultural competency. Here’s what we build: 1️⃣ Cultural Competency 2️⃣ Inclusive Company Culture 3️⃣ Transformational DEI Training 4️⃣ Ethical Marketing Strategies 5️⃣ Customer Service That Speaks to Everyone 6️⃣ HR Practices That ACTUALLY Work for All … and so much more. This isn’t just for HR. I’m talking libraries, schools, startups, Fortune 500s, and yes—even your own families. Let’s put this tool where it can make REAL change. 👉 Head to www.justiceai.co and schedule your demo today. Let’s decolonize the future, together. #OyeMira #JusticeAI #EthicalAI #DEILeadership #AIforChange

Are you ready for our Global Pitch Battle? The ultimate stage for early-stage startups building the next big thing! 🏆 Introducing our newest global initiative, where the world’s top emerging startups will face off to claim the champion title and win prizes along the way! With Pitch Battles happening at over 100 local Startup Grind Chapters across 30+ countries, our entire community will be able to watch the winners clash in thrilling virtual Semi-Finals and Finals in January 2025. 🔦 Ready for the spotlight? Apply here to pitch and select your closest city: https://lnkd.in/ebNVZztV 📅 Join the events in January 13-16 at your local community: https://hubs.ly/Q02Z_NgK0 Thanks to the support of Builder.ai, Notion, and so many local sponsors. ⚡ James Gee - Kendra Sellick - Bruce Lunnis - Karlie Valine - Patricia Michelena, PMP - Derek Andersen - María Paula Ramirez - Darshan Fichadia - Jamilah Tawfiq Morrar - Neda Morrar - Naman Jain

Don't just talk about equity -- ACT ON IT! Join us for an inspiring fire-side chat with Christian Ortiz ✊🏽, founder of #JusticeAI, and discover how to use AI to tackle biases and foster leadership transformation. Startup Grind Houston #SGHOU is hosting Revolutionizing Equity: How Justice AI Impacts Bias in Business + Beyond. Make sure to attend it on December 30.

✨ Revolutionizing Equity Through AI ✨ What if AI could disrupt bias and foster justice in every corner of our lives? Join Christian Ortiz ✊🏽, founder of #JusticeAI, in a fireside chat that delves into the power of innovation for equity in leadership, business, and beyond. 📅 Monday, December 30, 1:00 PM CT 🔗 Save your spot: https://lnkd.in/g7ZrgSWi Be part of the future.

#StartupGrind Are you ready to redefine leadership with equity at the forefront? Justice AI is more than a tool—it's a movement toward fairer decision-making. In this session, we’ll uncover how it identifies hidden biases and empowers leaders to create transformative, systemic change. You’ll walk away with actionable insights and a renewed perspective on using technology for justice and accountability. This conversation isn’t just about tools—it’s about rewriting the rules of leadership. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the change with Christian Ortiz ✊🏽 #StartupGrind #SGHOU #HoustonFounders #GLobalFounders #AI

"Just be a good company with an all-male founding team." #FundFemaleFounders

Every year we select the top 150 startups that are making waves in their industries to exhibit at our annual conference in Silicon Valley. Here's a sneak peek at the 2025 batch... 👀 Neurabody (formerly Posture AI), with their PostureSense, Smart Shirt. They have a groundbreaking approach to spinal health. Their all-in-one posture health platform uses AI/ML to analyze user data and deliver personalized interventions for back pain throughout the day. It’s wearable tech with real impact! Alma stood out for simplifying the immigration journey for founders, researchers, and technologists. Their digital platform combines high-quality legal expertise with fast, personalized support to guide users through complex applications, making immigration smoother and smarter. From April 28-30th, 2025 these startups will pitch live to an audience of thousands, meet with investors, build new partnerships and showcase what they're building at their dedicated exhibition booth. Interested in joining? Applications are still open for the 2025 Startup and Scaleup Exhibition (but spaces are limited)! https://hubs.ly/Q0300PrH0

Did you grow up being told “better the devil you know than the one you don’t?” At first glance, sticking with the "devil you know" feels safe. It’s familiar, predictable—even when it’s uncomfortable or unproductive. But here’s the catch: this mindset keeps you tethered to patterns, systems, or choices that no longer serve you. Here’s why that’s a problem: 1️⃣ It Values Familiarity Over Growth Staying with what’s known prioritizes avoiding discomfort over pursuing opportunity. But growth often requires stepping into the unknown. The Result? You miss out on new possibilities, ideas, and solutions that could redefine what success looks like for you. → Moving beyond this mindset means embracing calculated risks so that you can evolve into your fullest potential. 2️⃣ It Reinforces Limiting Patterns The “devil you know” keeps you locked in a cycle of repeated behaviors, even when they’re no longer effective. You tell yourself, “At least I know what to expect,” but that expectation can be a ceiling, not a foundation. → Breaking free allows you to challenge assumptions and make decisions that align with the leader or person you want to become—not just who you’ve been. 3️⃣ It Undermines Confidence in Change Choosing the “devil you know” signals to your brain that change isn’t worth the risk. Over time, this erodes your ability to trust yourself and your decisions when the stakes are higher. → When you disrupt this mindset, you build confidence in your ability to navigate uncertainty and create better outcomes. 4️⃣ It Puts Short-Term Comfort Over Long-Term Gains This mindset provides immediate relief but often leads to missed opportunities for long-term success. The safety of familiarity can cost you the growth, impact, or fulfillment you’re capable of achieving. → Releasing the “devil you know” frees you to prioritize strategic, aligned decisions that pay dividends in the future. So, how do you move beyond it? By recognizing that discomfort isn’t the enemy—it’s a signal that you’re challenging yourself in meaningful ways. In the 5-Week Decision-Making Quest, we tackle mindsets like this head-on. → You’ll uncover the hidden stories holding you back. → Rewire how you approach decision-making to prioritize alignment, not just safety. → Build the tools and confidence to make bold, strategic choices that align with your values and vision. The “devil you know” doesn’t have to define your decisions. 🔼🔼🔼🔼🔼 It’s time to break free and create a future you design, not one dictated by old patterns. Let’s rewrite the story of how you make decisions—starting now. ➡️ Join the Quest and take the first step toward a more aligned, intentional way of leading and living. https://lnkd.in/g6cn2AEs

Oye, mira. DEI Isn’t Just for Marginalized Groups: Why White People Have a Critical Role to Play #oyemira

Dream Builder ‘25 closes in less than 48 hours! ⌛ This is the LAST CHANCE to submit your app idea and win a $40,000 build, plus the tools needed to turn your innovative idea into a successful venture. https://hubs.ly/Q02_D1MJ0 Builder.ai