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Morning: Check-In & Welcome

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Vendor Setup
Vendors may begin setting up as early as 8:00 AM. All tables must be fully set up by 9:00 AM.

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9:30 AM | Doors Open to the Public
Check in at the registration table upon arrival.

• VIP Guests will receive an event badge for special seating and access.

• All attendees will receive an event program outlining the day’s schedule and speakers.

• Enjoy music and light refreshments before the event begins.

• Please note: Parking at Studio 229 is paid parking — make sure you pay for your space to avoid towing or tickets.

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10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Opening Ceremony, Welcome & Mindset Business &
Wealth-Building Segment

 Hosted by Autrina Tillman – Founder of the Outta Excuses Grant

This dynamic session will set the tone for the day, featuring:

• The official Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address

• The event mission: “Turning Passion into Prosperity”

• Keynote presentation by Autrina Tillman

• Featured Mindset, Business, and Wealth-Building Coaches teaching:

  • Mindset Training: How to align your thoughts and habits for success

  • Business Growth Strategies: How to take your business to the next level

  • Funding Structure Training: How to structure your business for funding opportunities

​This session will motivate, educate, and prepare you for your next level of success!

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 11:30 AM – 11:45 PM | Brief Intermission 

Take a quick stretch, bathroom, or refreshment break before we return for our next set of sessions.

(Note: This is a short reset period — vendor tables will reopen later in the afternoon.)

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11:45 PM – 12:30 PM| Grant Experts & Pitch Coaches

Two of our grant and pitch experts take the stage to share insider insight on:

• How to make your business grant-ready

• How to craft a powerful, winning pitch

• What judges look for in competitive grant funding

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 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM | Panel Discussion & Q&A

Join all of our coaches and experts for an interactive panel and open Q&A session.
This is your opportunity to gain clarity, guidance, and practical advice directly from the professionals helping entrepreneurs secure funding and scale successfully.

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 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch, Vendor Networking, & Breakout Coaching Sessions

This hour combines food, focus, and funding!

• Enjoy lunch and light refreshments

• Visit the vendor marketplace for collaboration and shopping

• Join breakout sessions to meet one-on-one with grant coaches for final pitch prep

• Ask questions and refine your presentation before the live competition

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 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | On-the-Spot Pitch Competition

Five attendees will walk away with $1,000 in grant funding — on the spot!

• Pitch your business for 2–3 minutes

• Judged by 3 professional grant coaches

• Winners announced live at the event

(Note: This session may extend slightly into the next segment depending on participation.)

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 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Final Vendor Showcase & Networking Hour

Wrap up the day with more connection and collaboration.

• Continue networking with speakers, attendees, and vendors

• Explore vendor offerings and services

• Event closing remarks and acknowledgments

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 Evening: VIP Exclusive Experience

7:00 PM – 9:30 PM | VIP Lounge Experience (Private Event)
Location revealed in VIP packet

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An elegant, invite-only gathering featuring:

• Private catering, bartending, and full-service staff

• Roundtable “Meeting of the Minds” with all summit coaches

• Over $6,000 in exclusive VIP bonuses

• A high-end, relaxed environment for elite networking and collaboration

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