Startup Economics 101 Summit
Join us for our 3rd annual Startup Economics 101 Summit with all new panel conversations, VIP experiences and business growth resources!
The Startup Economics 101 Summit 2026 is an annual, forward-thinking event designed to empower entrepreneurs of all levels, regardless of their demographic or business type. The summit seeks to encourage meaningful discussions on various topics, including:
- Economic resilience
- Innovation
- Investment
- Digital transformation
- And much more
Through engaging with informative panel discussions, and valuable networking sessions, participants will have the chance to connect with industry stakeholders, exchange practical ideas, share industry best practices, and forge partnerships that promote sustainable economic growth.
Whether you are an Entrepreneur, Community Stakeholder or Industry Expert, this is an event you do not want to miss!
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Highlights
- 5 hours
- all ages
- In person
- Free parking
- Doors at 8:30 AM
Refund Policy
Location
South Dallas Fair Park Innovation Center (SDFP)
3225 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
#Suite 130 Dallas, TX 75210
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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International Conversation: Entrepreneurship Around the World
Hear from industry stakeholders worldwide on their journey in Entrepreneurship and the business ownership landscape from their communities. Participants of this conversation will gain insight into what it looks like to be an international business owner, current challenges and the best practices from varying countries and much more. If doing business internationally is on your radar, this is a conversation you do not want to miss. With our distinguished panel, we have Moderator Tolu Akindunni, the founder of the All Things Black and Beautiful Podcast. Joining the panel are Vitali Karpeichyk, the founder of Pig Pug Health, and Shanice Maposa, the founder of Calufia_Bw.
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Protecting Generational Wealth
Have you ever considered what it takes to maintain and grow your wealth? In this session, we have experts ready to share their insights on how you can achieve this. Additionally, you'll learn how to avoid selling your family property for a mere dollar sign, ensuring that your history is preserved for generations to come. Dr. W. Marvin Dulaney leads the conversation, bringing over 30 years of experience at the African American Museum as a history professor, published author, and dedicated community servant.
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Support for Nonprofit Organizations
This session focuses on assisting nonprofits in finding the resources they need to address their challenges. Often, these resources may not be immediately visible, so we aim to introduce you to lenders who support nonprofits and connect you with valuable opportunities.Our engaging panel features moderator Tracy Lewis, the founder of Lewis & Associates, LLC. Joining her are Judy Helm, Senior Vice President and Community Development Engagement Officer at ABC Bank, and ShaRhonda Hill, Vice President of Market Operations at TruFund Financial Services.