Black N’ Out is a platform for Black LGBTQIA+ professionals in tech to connect, support, and uplift each other. Black people are already underrepresented in tech, making up only 8% of the workforce. For Black LGBTQ+ individuals, this exclusion is even more pronounced.  However, Black N’ Out is on a mission to create a welcoming and inclusive space for Black LGBTQIA+ individuals in tech. The Story Of Black N’ Out Black N’ Out was founded in 2023 by Brandon Sidney and Ryan Wesley after the pair attended several tech conferences