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DisruptED in the D with Chris Dargin Part 2

Ron Stefanski
February 4, 2025
Chris Dargin
Cloud Conduction
DisruptED
Ron J Stefanski
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As the tech industry continues to reshape the globe and offer up unprecedented opportunities for innovation, entrepreneurship, and workforce disruption, it has also allowed some big towns the ability to see benefits. With Detroit rebuilding itself from economic downturns and industrial decline, the city is seeing a rise in tech-driven initiatives aimed at fostering inclusivity and economic empowerment. But what does it take to break into tech and thrive?

On this continuation episode of “DisruptED,” featuring Chris Dargin, host Ron J. Stefansk talks with the CEO of IT integration at Synth and Chief Revenue Officer at Cloud Conduction, to discuss the evolving landscape of working in tech. Dargin picked up where he left off, discussing his unconventional career journey, the challenges he has faced as a Black entrepreneur in Detroit, and how initiatives like the North American FinTech Coalition are opening doors for underrepresented founders.

Several takeaways from the second episode discussed:

  • How many tech professionals, including Dargin, don’t follow a linear career path, and how they explore different routes, leveraging mentors, and opportunities to carve out a unique trajectory.
  • Detroit’s growing tech scene and how it’s helping create more economic inclusion, particularly for Black and brown entrepreneurs.
  • The emerging technologies are not only redefining financial services but also leveling the playing field for Black and brown entrepreneurs. AI and automation present new learning opportunities and business potential, allowing individuals to fast-track their expertise and scale their ventures.

Chris Dargin is a leading executive in IT integration and revenue strategy, serving as CEO of Synth and Chief Revenue Officer of Cloud Conduction. His aim has been bridging the gap between tech and financial services, particularly for underrepresented entrepreneurs. He is committed to driving economic empowerment in Detroit and is an advocate for inclusive innovation and fintech accessibility.

Article by Alexandra Simon.

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