Here are five Black innovators we think are set to make significant moves in 2025. From health tech and biodesign to venture capital and the creator economy, these individuals are at the forefront of progress. They’re reshaping industries, launching transformative products, and empowering communities worldwide. Here’s a closer look at their work and why you should keep them on your radar. Amanda Spann – Empowering Non-Technical Founders Amanda Spann is a marketing consultant and app entrepreneur dedicated to empowering the Black tech community. Her most recent initiative, The App Accelerator,
Dean Forbes, CEO of software company Forterro, has claimed the top spot on the UK’s Powerlist 2025, recognizing him as the most influential Black individual in Britain. Known for his rise from homelessness to the helm of a €2 billion software company, Forbes’ journey has been seen as one of remarkable perseverance, entrepreneurial spirit, and philanthropy. Transforming Challenges into Career Milestones Forbes born in southeast London in 1978, recalls a challenging upbringing with financial hardships and a mother battling muscular dystrophy. As a teenager, he navigated periods of homelessness but maintained
