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connectit360.org l Contact: info@connectit360.org or (727) 410-7530 NGT360 2.0 NEWSLETTER EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION November 2023 Edition MINI SHARKS SPONSORS At NGT360 , we are proud to be powered by a network of dedicated sponsors who share our vision of empowering our youth and fostering innovation, technology and entrepenuership. We’d like to shine a spotlight on two organizations that stand beside us on this journey. The Pinellas Education Foundation - The foundation represents a collective force of business and community leaders, all committed to nurturing student success. Their support has been instrumental in our mission and Our Mini Sharks series provide students with a we are grateful for their help. GTE unique opportunity to test their ideas, sharpen Financial- As one of the their pitches, and receive invaluable feedback largest locally from November to January. This highly owned and interactive session has proven to not only be operated financial helpful to the students but to be a super fun institutions, GTE event for everyone. Students give 60-90- Financial has consistently second elevator pitches for a chance to earn demonstrated its dedication to financial contributions directly to their team. community betterment. These While not every team will receive immediate partnerships help us pave the way for funding, they will gain constructive feedback to a generation of entrepreneurs. With improve and refine their products. This support their support, NGT360 continues to fuels our entrepreneurs, empowering them to help the young innovators who will conquer their fear of pitching and turn their shape the world of tomorrow. visions into reality. DATES The Mini shark panels feature 5 sharks for both Pinellas and Tampa. Be a part of this impactful experience of inspiring the next generation. Workshops were held November 7 & 8 Mini-Shark positions available.
connectit360.org l Contact: info@connectit360.org or (727) 742-7332 NGT360 2.0 NEWSLETTER EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION November 2023 Edition FUNDRAISING OUR JUDGES In our journey toward fostering innovation in We are thrilled to announce our young minds, fundraising stands as a key pillar of exceptional panel of judges who essential skill development. We are excited to will be presiding over the final pitches for the NGT360 season of announce our fundraising goals and incentives for 2023-2024. These industry leaders our emerging entrepenuers. bring a diversified wealth of We are using a fundraising tool experience and expertise. Givebacks to collect and manage our entrepenuers’ fundraising journey. Each student is required to fundraise minimally $500 for their quest to become a finalist. These contributions help fuel NGT360's initiatives to provide additional programming and opportunities to our youth. Their commitment to fostering innovation and supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs is truly commendable. We are . excited to see them in action on 4/2/2024 at the Tampa Bay Wave . HAPPY THANKSGIVING These are the incentives and awards offered As Thanksgiving approaches, we want to the teams for their fundraising efforts. to thank everyone who has been a part of NGT360. Your support has made the journey special. May you Giving Tuesday is just around the corner, be return, recharged, and ready for the a part of contributing to our teams‘ success! exciting ventures that lie ahead in this To support our entrepenuers go to; season. https://app.memberhub.gives/ngt360/Mem bers/Details Our sincere gratitude for your unwavering suport and enthusiasm.
