About Us

Our Roots: Project Nandi

Before TCBC was formed, our founding team supported over 300 families with technology access, distributing 278 devices during the pandemic. This work laid the foundation for a cooperative model that centers community needs in internet equity.

Before TCBC was formed, our founding team supported over 300 families with technology access, distributing 278 devices during the pandemic. This work laid the foundation for a cooperative model that centers community needs in internet equity.

Before TCBC was formed, our founding team supported over 300 families with technology access, distributing 278 devices during the pandemic. This work laid the foundation for a cooperative model that centers community needs in internet equity.

Before TCBC was formed, our founding team supported over 300 families with technology access, distributing 278 devices during the pandemic. This work laid the foundation for a cooperative model that centers community needs in internet equity.

Before TCBC was formed, our founding team supported over 300 families with technology access, distributing 278 devices during the pandemic. This work laid the foundation for a cooperative model that centers community needs in internet equity.

Before TCBC was formed, our founding team supported over 300 families with technology access, distributing 278 devices during the pandemic. This work laid the foundation for a cooperative model that centers community needs in internet equity.

Before TCBC was formed, our founding team supported over 300 families with technology access, distributing 278 devices during the pandemic. This work laid the foundation for a cooperative model that centers community needs in internet equity.

Before TCBC was formed, our founding team supported over 300 families with technology access, distributing 278 devices during the pandemic. This work laid the foundation for a cooperative model that centers community needs in internet equity.

Our Members

Ini Augustine - Chair

Ini Augustine is a network engineer, social innovator, and serial entrepreneur. She is the CEO of Technologist Computers. She serves on the Governor’s Taskforce for Broadband. Ini is also the founder of the Black Broadband summit, which aims to discuss shared experiences around lack of access, teach how the internet works, and discuss community led solutions to closing the digital divide in the Twin Cities.

Tanika Fears - Vice Chair

Tanika Fears is an author, a devoted mother of four, and an active member of various community organizations. As an author, Tanika has found immense joy in crafting captivating stories that transport readers to new worlds and offer unique perspectives. When Tanika is not immersed in literature, her most important role is being a mother and grandmother. Being a mother has taught her the true meaning of unconditional love, patience, and the importance of nurturing young minds. Additionally, Tanika finds great fulfillment in giving back to the community through my involvement in various organizations. Whether it’s volunteering at local charities or participating in community projects, Tanika believes in making a positive impact and fostering a sense of togetherness. Tanika is passionate about creating, nurturing, and empowering both in her writing and in her personal life.

Inie Clement - Treasurer

Inie Clement specializes in the development of affordable housing in poverty-stricken areas. Her areas of expertise include city, state, and housing grants. As a pharmacist, she has worked to create health equity for indigenous reservations of the Navajo and Tohono Nations in Arizona.

Latoya White - Secretary

Latoya is the founder of Angel’s Delightful Creations, an urban bakery. She’s a determined individual who thrives on solving problems and seeing things through to the end. As a previous Project Nandi participant, she interfaces closely with families to represent their interests within the coop.