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Next Gen @ Philadelphia Powered by Capital One
Saturday, October 20th, 2018 MakeOffices at 17th & Market
About Next Gen @ Philadelphia
Next Gen @ Philadelphia powered by Capital One is the premier event to connect with fellow game-changing entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, and business minds from the Philadelphia area. Next Gen @ Philadelphia provides the resources you'll need to grow and succeed along your journey, both personally and professionally. Join fellow change-makers for a day packed with 1-on-1 mentorship, a live investment pitch competition, team collaboration, and more. Apply today to reserve your spot!
Why You Should Come to a Next Gen Event?
NETWORK with venture funds like DFJ, Bessemer, and more.
Get MENTORED by the founders of billion dollar brands.
CONNECT with executives and recruiters from Facebook, Google, Walmart, & Blackrock.
LISTEN to incredible keynote speakers and panelists.
PITCH your startup to a panel of leading investors and VC firms for funding.
MINGLE with other bright entrepreneurs who are passionate in the areas of technology, social entrepreneurship, politics, and more.
Mentoring: Mentor sessions can be reserved day of at the venue.
Pitching: You can apply to the pitch competition after reserving your ticket.
Parking: There is paid parking available and limited free parking in the surrounding area.
Speakers
Adrian France
CCO and Co-Founder of the Odyssey, Entrepreneur Coach
Wayne Kimmel
Founder and Partner at SeventySix Capital, Author, and Named “Top Innovator” by Philadelphia Magazine
Nick Pirollo
CTO of Scholly, Shark Tank alum, and Forbes 30 Under 30 2016
Jess Edelstein
Founder of PiperWai Deodorant, Shark Tank alum, and Forbes 30 Under 30 2018
Zak Slayback
Career Expert, Author, Owner of Get Ahead Labs and Partner at 1517 Fund
Antonia Dean
VP of External Relations for Venture for America
Schedule
*Schedule subject to change*
9:30 AM: Registration Opens (Please arrive by 10:15 AM latest. Early-bird mentoring available.)
10:30 AM: Opening Remarks from Joe Westcott | Delaware Market President, Capital One
10:45 AM: Next Gen @ Philadelphia Kick-Off
11 AM: Midwest to Millions: Featuring Adrian France (Co-Founder, Odyssey Media)
12:30 PM: Life of a Young Founder: Shark Tank, F30u30, and Crating your Narrative | Featuring Nick Pirollo and Jess Edelstein | Moderated by Zak Slayback
1:15 PM: Lunch @ MakeOffices | Presented by City Tap House
2:00 PM: A Conversation with Wayne Kimmel, SeventySix Capital
3:15 PM: Pitch Competition Final Round
4:00 PM: Pitch Competition Awards and Closing Ceremonies
Thank You to our Food Sponsors
Next Gen @ Philadelphia Partners
Previous Next Gen Event Mentors
The sign-up process for 1:1 mentoring sessions will occur on-site during the event.
Rishi Thomas
Fundraising & Student Entrepreneurship
Baily Hancock
Career Guidance & Networking
Laura Youngkin
Storytelling & Communication
Lauren Pfeifer
Fundraising
Robert Mai
Fundraising
Max Le Merle
Finance & Los Angeles Networking
Kyle Herron
Scaling & Product-Market Fit
Brandon Wynn
Business Process & Creating Action Plans
Hilary Hartling
Brand Strategy
Austin Stofer
Culture & Team Building
Rob Ryan
Storytelling
Nic Clar
Design & Customer Experience
Chris Clifford
Fundraising
Taylor Johnson
Blockchain & Development
Felix Hartmann
Cryptocurrency & Trading
Bennett Quintard
Operations
Jonathan Maxim
Marketing & Growth Hacking
Steve Meyers
Legal
Previous Next Gen Speakers
Gerard Adams
Founder, Elite Daily
Jason Feifer
Editor-in-Chief, Entrepreneur Magazine
Peter Shankman
Founder, HARO
Adrian France
Co-Founder, Odyssey Online
Brandon Steiner
Founder, Steiner Sports
Tobias Harris
NBA Forward, Detroit Pistons
Nigel Eccles
CEO, FanDuel
David Rose
Founder, Gust
Including NFL Athletes, Shark Tank stars, Forbes 30u30 Honorees, and more!
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