Versatile By Nature
This experience brings together creatives, technologists, founders, and mentors to explore the wide-ranging skills and perspectives driving innovation across industries. With a focus on connection, access, and real-time support, Versatile by Nature highlights the many ways people show up in business, creativity, and leadership.
*Cash bar and appetizers will be available.
Panel Discussion:
The Intersection of Creativity, Culture, and Tech in Entrepreneurship.
Panelists:
1. Dija Renuka
Actor | Filmmaker | Educator | Founder, Blue House Entertainment LLC
Dija Renuka is an award-winning film and stage actor, producer, community advocate, and author of I Dare You Not to Compare Yourself with Others. She is the Executive Producer and Founder of Blue House Entertainment, a social impact entertainment company dedicated to telling diverse stories that center mental health and inspire heart-shifting conversations. Dija’s work uplifts culture toward greater equity, inclusion, and empathy. Her films are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo on Demand.
She holds a B.A. in Acting and Biomechanics from Purdue University and a Master’s in Social Practice Art from the University of Indianapolis. In her free time, Dija enjoys sunshine, movies, reading, international travel with her family, and indulging in Jamaican, Indian, and Ethiopian cuisine.
2. Martina Jackson
Founder & CEO, CaptureNoire
Martina Jackson is the Founder & CEO of CaptureNoire, a photo and video editing app built to highlight diverse skin tones. Her team is focused on building photography technology that reflects a broad spectrum of cultural beauty. Martina is also the owner of Drea & Co, a digital marketing and photography agency.
She graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Biology and was recently recognized among IU’s 20 Under 40. Martina is the Grand Prize winner of Be Nimble’s inaugural Black Innovation Week pitch competition and earned Audience Choice and 2nd Place at the 2023 PitchFeast for CaptureNoire.
3. Tyler Hill
Co-Founder, Backstroke
Tyler Hill is a multidisciplinary creator—award-winning product designer, comedian, music artist, and compelling speaker—working at the intersection of culture, creativity, and technology. He is the Co-Founder of Backstroke, an AI-powered messaging platform for eCommerce, and formerly led UX for AI innovation at Shutterstock. His work has been featured at SXSW, where he helped present Shutterstock’s cutting-edge AI tools.
Based in Indianapolis, Tyler brings visionary energy to brand-building, mentoring, and public speaking. His user-centered design strategies have helped multiple SaaS companies scale and exit successfully. Whether on stage or in a strategy session, Tyler’s versatility fuels inclusive innovation and lasting impact.