Alisia McClain is the founder of Vividus Labs and TECH-Nique, where she advances program evaluation, data strategy, and generative AI solutions that center community and equity. Formerly Executive Director of Microsoft’s Future of Work Initiative, she led efforts that reached over 10,000 residents and created Louisville’s first AI city blueprint. She holds a PhD from the University of Louisville and continues to leverage technology for social good and inclusive impact.

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Seryn Bentley is a Louisville native, poet, and community strategist whose work with TECH-Nique spans from its early days in 2018 to the present. As a part of the organization, Seryn has contributed to website design through the LinkUp program, social media management, and facilitation for youth-focused workshops and events, including the All That TECH Conference. As a tech instructor, Seryn has taught coding, artificial intelligence, and robotics at local community centers, Play Cousins Collective, Sowing Seeds with Faith, and New Day Ministries. Currently, Seryn is a fellow for TECH-nique’s AI Fellowship, The Fold.

Shamia Allen leads technology education and community innovation at TECH-Nique, where she advances youth centered programming, impact reporting, and hands-on training in coding, circuits, AI, and data analytics. She began as a TECC Boss intern and grew into a project leader and program manager who has guided emerging tech leaders across Louisville. Shamia develops curriculum, creates websites for community partners, and strengthens key community relationships. As an active member of The FOLD, she continues to support learning experiences that expand access to technology and meaningful opportunities.

Hasani Williams is a member of The Fold at TECH-Nique and a Computer Science scholar at the University of Louisville, where he studies programming, data analysis, and information systems. His work with TECH-Nique includes app design and development projects that address community needs through creative and practical technology solutions. Hasani brings experience in UX and UI design, data analysis, and project management, and he enjoys blending artistry with technical problem solving to create tools with meaningful impact. Through programs like TECH Boss, he has led workshops that introduce youth to design thinking and emerging technologies. Outside of TECH-Nique, he is active in the National Society of Black Engineers and explores creative interests such as customizing shoes, painting, and character design.

La’Daysha Wade is TECH-Nique’s Cybersecurity Specialist and a dedicated leader in youth technology education. She began her journey with TECH-Nique in 2020 as an intern and grew into roles as a coding instructor, workshop facilitator, and program manager. La’Daysha now oversees the organization’s cybersecurity systems and strengthens digital safety practices across programs and partnerships. She is developing a community focused cybersecurity curriculum and pathway that introduces Black youth and underrepresented communities to the importance of digital protection and the possibilities within the field. As an active member of The Fold, she continues to show how cybersecurity can safeguard communities and support meaningful growth.

Ra Spencer is a creative leader at TECH-Nique, Inc. with a long history of service and innovation. He began as a TECC Boss intern and went on to become a program manager, where he helped guide scholars as they developed community centered tech projects. Ra filmed and directed the doccurriculum for TECC Boss and has captured countless photos that document TECH-Nique’s growth and community impact. He is an active member of The FOLD and has facilitated engaging tech workshops through Linkup. Ra continues to use his talent in storytelling and technology to support learning experiences that uplift underrepresented communities.