that many didn’t have a web presence. “And COVID-19 crippled them,” she says,
class. “They want to learn only what they feel they need to learn, such as
underscoring her belief that these factors could “make it impossible for
how to upload a document from
their computer to the internet,” she explains. Empowering authors In addition to My Tech Academy, Milligan owns Through
them to compete in a global economy.” A new venture This discovery
prompted her to launch My Tech Academy, which provides technology and business courses for startups,
Professional Publishing House, a book publishing company through which she has
corporations and nonprofits. The organization offers live instruction with some free workshops— including Intro to AI; Introduction to Marketing with AI; Business Tax Compliance; and Starting and Running Your LLC—as well as personalized coaching and on-demand content. “We recognize three things in life that are guaranteed: death, taxes and computers,” says Milligan, whose motto for success is “Erase ‘no,’ step over ‘can’t,’ and move forward with life.” Located east of Inglewood, My Tech Academy offers mostly
mentored 35 authors. “There are many talented and dedicated Black writers who have written well- crafted works that deserve publication,” she says. “I teach authors how to use AI to publish and market their literary works, start and manage their publishing company, and use AI business tools,” Milligan says. With what AI brings to the business world, she adds, “there is a new business landscape. There is no more ‘business as usual.’ ” Milligan emphasizes a need to “equip Black authors and entrepreneurs with the tools they need to thrive. Literary talent matters. The power of storytelling, especially within marginalized communities, is immeasurable.” Tech equals success With plans to franchise My Tech Academy and to provide an afterschool technology class for students in grades 9 to 12, Milligan wants people of all ages to understand the urgency and importance of staying ahead of the technology curve. “I want business owners to fail-proof their businesses by staying ahead of technology,” she explains. “Seek a business coach, because sometimes you’re too close and too overwhelmed to detect changes that need to be made in your business. Finally, keep in mind that the more you learn, the more you can earn.”
remote classes and coaching with some in-person services, all provided by a staff of six trainers and coaches, along with Milligan. Milligan points out that clients like her classes and coaching sessions because many of them don’t want to take a conventional
“I want business owners to fail- proof their businesses by staying ahead of technology.” Rosie Milligan, Ph.D. Founder, My Tech Academy
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