What are we reading? The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

This month, we’re reading The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, the story of a Black woman who unknowingly had an enormous and enduring impact on science and the future of medicine. As we celebrate the impact and history of Black Americans during Black History Month,...

2023 Parity Project Innovation Challenge Webinar

  Last week Tuesday, we hosted an informational webinar on all things PPIC. Participants were able to speak directly to past winners of the Parity Project Innovation Challenge, ask questions, and connect with members of the Base 11 team, all to enhance their...

What we learned at the 2022 Next Frontier Conference

What we learned at the 2022 Next Frontier Conference

Last November, Base 11 hosted the Next Frontier Conference, bringing together experts, students, young innovators, and other members of our Base 11 community to learn and discover. Through incredible panels and workshops, we learned what it’s like to work across the...

Doug Bender Becomes Chairman of the Board at Base 11

Doug Bender Becomes Chairman of the Board at Base 11

IRVINE, CA, January 20, 2022 -- Doug Bender has assumed the role of chairman of the board for Base 11. After successfully serving his two year term as vice chairman, Bender will now serve a two year term as chairman, leading the board's effort to provide strategic...

Base 11 Executive Director Ingrid Ellerbe Retires

Base 11 Executive Director Ingrid Ellerbe Retires

Ingrid Ellerbe, the tireless executive director of Base 11, retired this month, after nearly five years of high impact service at Base 11 and over three decades of leadership in the technology and education industries with a focus on empowering underserved communities.

Base 11’s Statement on Violence Against Asian Americans

Base 11’s Statement on Violence Against Asian Americans

We at Base 11 are deeply saddened by the recent violence against Asian Americans occurring in cities across the U.S. and are horrified by the senseless murders in Atlanta. Our team, our board, and our extended family stand in unwavering support of our Asian community against all forms of racism and acts of hate.