NextGen Summit is on October 30.

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Friday, Oct 30

NextGen Summit

See what's possible.

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What is Next Gen

A one-day experience for students and young adults to grow, connect, and see what’s possible for their future.

Nextgen thinkers, builders, leaders, creators, changemakers.

The Experience

The experience

  1. think bigger.

    Talks from people already doing the work, plus honest advice on purpose and career.

  2. meet people.

    High school, college and early career, all in one room. Come with friends, or come solo.

  3. find what's next.

    Leave with a clearer next move, and people to take it with.

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People’s Choice Awards

Twenty founders.
One goes to the final.

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    The lineup

    featured speakers

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    Portraits supplied by NextGen Summit and used as provided. Tisha Edwards’ headshot is courtesy of the Maryland Bankers Association.

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    Friday, October 30 Maryland

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    Friday, October 30

    NextGen Summit

    Venue
    Gordon Center for Performing Arts
    Where
    Maryland
    For
    Students & young adults

    Getting hereOwings Mills, MD

    Map of central Maryland. The Gordon Center is in Owings Mills, north-west of Baltimore: 25 to 35 minutes from Baltimore, 23 to 40 from BWI Airport and 65 to 90 from Washington, DC.
    • Gordon Center for Performing Arts, 3506 Gwynnbrook Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117.
    • From Baltimore: 25 to 35 minutes by car.
    • From BWI Airport: 23 to 40 minutes by car.
    • From Washington, DC: 65 to 90 minutes by car.
    • Drive times are without traffic.
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    Get tickets

    $5 with promo code NEXTSTAR. Groups of 3 save 50%.

    The audience

    one generation.
    many stages.

    High school students. College students. Young professionals. All building what comes next.

    1. A young man in an oversized blazer and white t-shirt, a tote on his shoulder, looking toward the horizon in low sun.

      high
      school

      See what’s ahead.

      Explore what could be possible before your next chapter begins.

    2. Three friends walking and talking outdoors, one explaining an idea with her hands while the others listen and laugh.

      college

      Expand what’s possible.

      Meet people and ideas that can broaden where you go next.

    3. A young designer with curly hair at a studio worktable, one hand on pinned sketches, looking toward the window light.

      young
      professionals

      Build what’s next.

      Connect with people shaping careers, ideas and opportunities.

    One room

    many paths.
    one future.

    From high school to college to the start of your career, NextGen brings young people ages 17–29 into one room.

    Five young people talking and laughing together on wide steps, one explaining an idea with their hands.

    what's next?

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    Step 1 About you
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    Questions first?

    FAQ

    good questions.

    When and where is Next Gen?

    Friday, October 30, at the Gordon Center for Performing Arts in Owings Mills, Maryland. Doors open at 2 PM for the pitch competition, networking and the exhibition, and the main event runs 4–7 PM.

    Who can attend?

    Young people ages 17–29: high school students, college students and young professionals.

    How much does it cost?

    General admission is $20, or $5 with promo code NEXTSTAR while the flash sale runs. Coming with your crew? Groups of 3 save 50%, at $10 per person. We also set aside 40 scholarship tickets for young people who may not be able to cover the cost, though applications are closed for the remainder of the summit. See tickets.

    Do I need to register?

    Yes. Everyone needs a ticket. Get yours here.

    Can I come alone?

    Yes. You don't need to bring a friend or a group. Plenty of people will be meeting for the first time.

    What should I wear?

    To be confirmed. We'll share it before the day.

    Can I volunteer?

    Yes. and tell us a little about you.

    Can I pitch my startup?

    Applications closed October 20. Twenty founders age 29 and under are through to the semifinals, the public votes October 22–28, and ten pitch live on October 30 for a share of $10,000. See the pitch competition.

    Can an organization partner with Next Gen?

    Yes. and choose Partner.

    Still have a question?

    Send us a message and the NextGen team will get back to you.

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    speakers.

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