MISSION
As mental health concerns rise in the tech industry, #REALTALK is the trusted platform for entrepreneurial stories, resources, and support.
We help leaders talk about the really hard things.
OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER every leader to learn, connect, and flourish in the tech industry.
40,000
individuals across North America, from live events and conferences
80
tech ecosystems, including Toronto, New York, and San Francisco
70
champions that are founders, investors, and executive directors
1,300
pages of data, covering valuable topics like burnout, anxiety, and grief
WHAT WE DO
Stories
Our superpower is talking about the really hard things. Through the human and real stories of tech’s leaders, we extract powerful anecdotes and lessons for you.
Frameworks
We educate on leadership communication and emotional resilience for entrepreneurs. Drawing from our data, we devise frameworks for best practices.
Events
Connection is important to healing. We speak with communities directly (in-person and online), curating conversations based on social and cultural context.
“Never again.”
The words that echoed in the room, as she hit rock bottom. In late 2017, Cherry Rose faced a series of events that shattered everything she knew. In the span of four months, she found herself in a major car accident, losing her only sibling on Christmas, and her mother diagnosed with cancer.
Those moments became the darkest period of her life.
How was she going to get through this?
How could she be happy ever again?
These questions plagued her, as she struggled each day. Trauma and grief were constant companions.
During this time, it was difficult to find support in the tech industry. Who could she talk to? Who went through a similar experience? It was then she realized: That at the highest levels of entrepreneurship, leaders are unseen and unheard.
Since then, #REALTALK is the space for unspoken conversation. She believes that leaders, despite their ups and downs, are to be celebrated. In the first wave of stories, 60 champions gathered across North America. We celebrate the humanity and strength of our leaders. We salute you.
Our Team
Committed to making a difference, our team is made up of a mighty group of specialists. This work is made possible by our community, who include industry champions and ecosystem partners.
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Our Values
Courage
Changing the world means going first. We take a step towards our mission each day.
Integrity
Life is a series of conversations. We perform at our best when we lead by example.
Grace
We handle adversity through goodwill and poise. We inspire others with our strength.