MEET INI

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Ini Augustine

Creator · CEO · Visionary
I started a movement to help communities during the pandemic. Now, I am looking to spread my knowledge.
RoleCEO
ExpertiseFractional CTO
BasedMinnesota
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Awards

Recognition & honours
Selected awards that reflect excellence in my profesional career.
Rising Star Award
Women of Innovation
Technology Association of Iowa
Aspiring Businesswoman of the year
National Association of Women Business Owners
North Star Black Cooperative Fellow
Future Proof Web3 Fellow
Ini Augustine leading a meeting

Leadership in Action

CEO · Fractional CTO
Supporting local communities through projects.
AdvisoryMinnesota Governor's Broadband Task Force
InitiativeTechnologist Computers
ProjectProject Nandi
ProjectSocialWise Media Group
ProjectWay of The Root Farm
ProjectJoy on Film
ProjectStreet Genius Radio

Nonprofits should be focused on people, not worrying about technology every day.

I help nonprofits make smarter technology decisions.

Today’s Reality for Nonprofits

Limited Budget

Every dollar matters. Your technology should stretch your mission, not your budget.

Technology should help your team move forward, not slow down the work your community depends on.

Outdated Technology

Security Risks

Protecting donors, staff, and community trust is our shared responsibility.

Staff Overload

Small teams carry heavy responsibility. The right support makes all the difference.

The right strategy changes everything.

That's where I come in.

The Answer

Support that meets you where you are.

Every nonprofit is different. Some need ongoing tech leadership, others just need a few hours of guidance each week. If you're rebuilding, growing, or stretching limited resources, I'll help you find the right level of support your nonprofit is looking for.

Digital Footprint

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CASES

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Minnesota Governor's Broadband Task Force

Minnesota Governor's Broadband Task Force

Statewide infrastructure strategy
Coordinated strategy across 87 counties to improve connection to internet.
ChallengeCommunities across Minnesota needed reliable broadband for education, work, and daily life.
RoleTechnology advisor · Served on the Governor's Broadband Task Force to help shape statewide broadband strategies.
ImpactContributed to recommendations supporting broadband expansion across all 87 Minnesota counties.
Project Nandi - community technology access

Project Nandi

Community technology access
Students and families needed better access to digital learning tools and reliable internet connectivity across Minnesota.
ChallengeStudents and families needed better access to technology, education, and opportunity.
RoleWorked with community leaders to provide laptops and school supplies, expanding access to technology and education.
ImpactExpanded technology access and helped more than 300 students stay connected to education.
Technologist Computers

Technologist Computers

Social enterprise, where we reinvest part of our income into community-led programs.
Local communities needed resources and access to technology.
ChallengeCommunity outreach programs needed a sustainable funding model.
RoleFounded Technologist Computers as a social enterprise to support its three community programs.
ImpactServed more than 200 clients in Hennepin County, & generated funding for Twin Cities Broadband Cooperative, The Way of the Root Farm, Joy on Film & Project Nandi.
Global Entrepreneurship Week Minnesota

Global Entrepreneurship Week Minnesota

Community entrepreneurship initiatives
Coordinated 50+ events that required a scalable digital platform and real‑time attendee engagement.
ChallengeEntrepreneurs needed stronger connections, resources, and community support to grow.
RoleBrought together entrepreneurs, innovators, and community leaders through statewide events.
ImpactCoordinated more than 50 events across Minnesota, expanding collaboration and business growth.

How We Work

Every nonprofit has its own needs. That is why I begin by listening to understand your goals, your challenges, and where technology can create the greatest impact on your cause. From there, we build a practical path forward together with your budget.

Listen & Learn

Every partnership starts with understanding your mission.

Create a Strategy

Together, we will build a technology strategy that fits your goals and your budget.

Lead the Work

I will help you make confident technology decisions every step of the way.

Support Long-Term Growth

As your nonprofit grows, I will help your strategy technology grow with you.

Let’s Talk About Your Mission.

I have cultivated lifelong, organic community ties with Native American, African, Asian, LGBTQ, and disabled communities. I help organizations build technology solutions that are practical, inclusive, and grounded in real community needs.

If you are a CEO, Vice President, Executive Director, or Executive Assistant looking for a trusted technology consultant, I’d love to learn more about your organization, the work you do, and how technology can better support your team.

Let's Talk →