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connectit360.org l Contact: info@connectit360.org or (727) 742-7332 NGT360 2.0 NEWSLETTER EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION Oct- Nov 2024 Edition In the aftermath of The NGT360 Journey Hurricanes Helene and Over five months, teams (3-5 members) will create, refine, and launch a product. Students will attend industry events, collaborate with mentors, and compete for $15,000 in prizes. The first-place team wins $10,000 plus a 30-minute pitch session with Kevin Milton, our community Harrington, an original shark from the TV series Shark Tank! has faced Special for this season: The winning team also secures an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., to be showcased nationally and present at the unprecedented prestigious Wawability event in July 2025 with the opportunity to earn additional sponsorship! Learn more challenges. Yet, through the storm’s devastation, we are here with open 2024-2025 Program Highlights Accelerated 5-Month Cohort - Experience our dynamic hybrid program, with six interactive in person workshops arms to support our combined with virtual components to maximize your entrepreneurial journey. Kick-off is December 14th! Innovative Program Theme: "Differently Abled" - This season, each team will develop a technology-driven product or business community. that has at least one component that enhances accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Who Should Apply? We're looking for motivated and coachable HS students eager to transform ideas into reality and dive into Due to the affects of the the world of entrepreneurship. Real-World Fundraising Experience: With a program valued at over $10,000, participants will work with mentors to fundraise a storm our fall bootcamps $500 participation fee, developing critical skills in the process. A $100 registration deposit is required for each participant but fully refundable upon meeting your goal! have been canceled. PloomSocial is the fundraising platform we will be using for students to conduct their fundraising. Mini Shark Pitches for Funding - At each workshop, teams will have the opportunity to pitch to a panel of “mini sharks,” earning additional funds to earn toward their fundraising goal. Locations: Come join us for our mentor/Judge/Intern get Kick-Off: One Urban Center, 4830 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609 Workshops: Various businesses across Pinellas and Tampa, giving you a closer look at our business community! together! When: November 14th Registration is Now Open!! Location:11610 Innfields Dr, Odessa, FL 33556 DEADLINE: December 7, 2024 Time:6:00-9:00P.M. Info Session When:November 11th From: 6:30-7:00 P.M. Sign Up Now! Check out our most recent episode! “Teen innovators”
