In September 2019, Robert F. Smith paid off the college loan debt of the entire graduating class of Morehouse College, a Historically Black College & University (HBCU), as well as the student loan debt taken on by the class’  parents. This moment changed hundreds of lives forever, and made a

Winter break is a time when most students unwind and relax, using the few weeks to enjoy their favorite hobbies. In that regard, young Robert F. Smith was no different than kids today. During high school, he used his breaks to get more acquainted with technology, especially computers. He would

The United States is collectively navigating important conversations surrounding the inclusion of women and marginalized communities, in particular, within industries such as engineering, business, and technology where they have been historically underrepresented. Vista Equity Partners is one of many companies investing in the education of members of marginalized communities early

For many people, the holiday season means shopping for gifts for loved ones. But, while you might be tempted to shop online at a big-box retail store, consider spending money at your local small businesses. Retail small businesses, most of which have under 100 employees and don’t exceed $6 million

From September 14th to 18th, the city of Denver celebrated everything entrepreneurial during Denver Startup Week. It is the largest free event of its kind in the city, and for the first time ever,  the program went virtual. The weeklong event showcased Denver’s global culture of innovation and the thriving

While addressing a group of South African students, the late U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy once said, “Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each