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connectit360.org l Contact: info@connectit360.org or (727) 742-7332 NGT360 2.0 NEWSLETTER EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION August 2024 Edition INNOVATE 360 HAS ARRIVED! INTRODUCING NGT 360 2.0 SEASON 2024-25 The upcoming season (10th year) of NGT 360 promises to be our most engaging and impactful yet. Our NGT360 2.0 is here to offer you more enriched programming. Here’s what you can look forward to: Personalized learning: NGT 360 offers a tailored Embark on an Innovation Journey with our NEW two educational experience, allowing students to engage week Fall Boot Camp! with content and projects that match their interests and skills. Discover the secrets of idea generation and Experiential Projects: Students take ideas from entrepreneurship. concept to development, gaining hands-on Engage in interactive workshops and hands-on experience in both entrepreneurship and technology. Focus on Entrepreneurship: The program helps activities. students develop business ideas, encouraging Explore the world of startups with industry experts. innovation and practical business skills. Pitch your ideas for a chance to win exciting prizes! Technology Integration: Students work on projects Prerequisite for participating in the NGT360 cohort that integrate modern technological tools and methodologies, preparing them for the future and being tech enabled no matter which career path they Join us for one of our virtual info choose session to find out about this life Skill Development: The program emphasizes changing experience! critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills, which are essential for success in the modern workforce. Dates: Aug 27th & Sep 10th Professional Network: Work with industry leaders Time: 6:30 pm from all business verticals across the Tampa Bay Sign Up Now! community PODCAST ALERT Tune in to our first-ever podcast - Teen Innovators, Moderated by our intern Sahana Saiganesh 2023-24 2nd place This episode features NGT 360’s last season winner, Ryan Qu! Get inspired as Ryan shares his journey, and hear from our CEO, Robyn Mussler, as she discusses the mission and vision behind our award winning program. Watch Now
connectit360.org l Contact: info@connectit360.org or (727) 742-7332 NGT360 2.0 NEWSLETTER EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION August 2024 Edition MENTOR KICKOFF SESSION ROBYN MUSSLER, TITAN 100 Our CEO and fearless leader, Robyn Mussler, is recognized as one of the 2024 TAMPA TITAN 100. This prestigious honor celebrates Tampa’s Top 100 CEOs and C-level executives demonstrating exceptional leadership, vision Come Join Us! Learn what is in store for season 2024- and passion in their industries. 25. Network with mentors, judges & speakers who have participated in the program to get their insight. They will be honored at the inaugural awards ceremony on October 24th, 2024. Mentors are the secret sauce to our programming. Be a part of developing the next generation of creators and leaders. Sept 12, 2024 Congratulations to Riley 6 - 8 pm Walker, a sponsor and mentor of NGT360 was also selected. Thank you for all the support you provide to the next 501 E Kennedy Blvd, Ste 650 generation of entrepreneurs. Register Now! Tampa, FL 33602 10 YEARS SERVING OUR YOUTH We are proud to be partnering with CodeBoxx. They will be providing mentors and technical expertise as well as immersive training programs. Their support will help This year marks our 10th season of offering the Next Gen Tech 360 students interested in persuing a programming to our high school students here in the Tampa Bay. We started out tech programiming career track. with the Pinellas Education Foundation and have grown to impact over 1,400 students, awarding $141,000 in grants, 200+ certifications as well as helped our students get interships and jobs. Connect-IT 360 was formed three years ago to BECOME A SPONSOR expand and impact more young adults to have the skills, mindset & network to succeed no matter what career path they take. We are excited to announce our partnership with PloomSocial. It is an innovative combination of video storytelling and community engagement. It enables us to to tell our students’ journey and the magical transformation they experience allowing our donors to be connected. to us. Launching by Aug 23rd..




















