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Day 1

Friday, April 18, 2025

Kukua Institute, 300 N Reus Street, Pensacola, FL 32501

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5-8 PM

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Registration & Welcome Reception

Check-in, refreshments, and informal networking

Meet & Greet with public officials, sponsors, founders, and ecosystem leaders

Founder Product Demos

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6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Opening Remarks & Public Officials' Welcome

Welcome by Lloyd & Robin Reshard

City and County leaders share support for Black-led innovation

Discussion of public-private partnerships, local economic development, and the role of tech in community transformation

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Day 2

Saturday, April 19, 2025

DeVillier’s Square - 321 N DeVilliers Street, Pensacola, FL 32501

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8 AM - 9 AM

Registration, Breakfast & Morning Networking

Light breakfast and an informal networking session.

9 AM - 9:50

Keynote Presentation: Black Wealth Creation

A visionary talk on wealth creation By Sidney King, President of Commonwealth National Bank

10 AM -11:20 AM

Founder Spotlights & Product Innovation Talk

A 30-minute session on "Building Great Products" led by Adrian Cole, a seasoned product leader.

Followed by short presentations (10-15 minutes each) from Black founders who have launched AI-driven startups in various industries (e.g., healthcare, education, creative industries, and fintech).

Moderator-led Q&A after each presentation.

11:30 AM -12:20 PM

Workshop: Getting Started with AI in Your Startup

A hands-on session teaching participants how to integrate AI into their existing businesses or build AI-driven solutions from scratch.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch

Innovation Tour

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1:30 PM – 2:20 PM

Panel: AI-Driven Industries—Where to Start and Where to Lead

Industry leaders discuss key sectors being transformed by AI and where Black founders can create the most impact.

2:30 PM – 3:20 PM

Panel: Accessing Funding for Startups

Investors and fund managers share insights on how to pitch AI-driven businesses and secure funding.

Discussion on SAFEs, venture capital, and non-traditional funding sources.

3:30 PM – 3:45 PM

Break & Networking

3:45 PM – 4:45 PM

Closing Session: The Power of Resilience in Entrepreneurship

A collaborative discussion on overcoming obstacles, adapting to change, and sustaining long-term success in entrepreneurship.

4:45 PM - 5:15 PM

Closing Remarks & Call to Action

Final reflections from the host and an invitation to future events