The 10k Funding and Wealth Summit

2026-11-13 · 18:00:00 · Charlotte

Nine Eighteen Nine Studio Gallery

700 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202

Held at Nine Eighteen Nine Studio Gallery in Charlotte, this summit combines marketing panels, business networking, grant giveaways, and a live pitch competition.

Charlotte entrepreneurs: discover marketing & branding strategies to grow your business, experience $14K+ in grants & giveaways, and see R&B

CHARLOTTE ENTREPRENEURS: IS YOUR BRAND READY FOR ITS NEXT LEVEL? You can have an amazing product, a powerful service, and a great business idea — but if the right people don't see it, understand it, or remember it, growing your business becomes a lot harder. That's why this year's $10K Funding & Wealth Summit is putting the spotlight on one of the biggest drivers of business growth: MARKETING + BRANDING. Join us Friday, November 13, 2026, for an unforgettable evening created for entrepreneurs who are ready to increase their visibility, strengthen their brand, attract more customers, and position their businesses for the next level. And we're bringing together business education, access to capital, networking, entertainment and real opportunities all under one roof. WHAT'S HAPPENING? Powerful Marketing & Branding Panel $14,000+ in Small Business Grants & Giveaways Special Live Performance by R&B Star Tweet (Charlene Keys) Live Grant & Pitch Competition Experiences Powerful Charlotte Business Networking Small Business Vendor Marketplace Funding, Capital & Wealth-Building Conversations This isn't just another networking event. It's an experience designed to help entrepreneurs become more visible, more marketable, more fundable and better positioned for growth. THE MAIN EVENT: MARKETING + BRANDING FOR BUSINESS GROWTH Having a great business

Founder brief

Who should attend

Founders seeking to build company visibility, refine brand positioning, and pursue non-dilutive capital will find practical value here. Business owners across all sectors looking to connect with local peers and explore funding options can benefit from the focused discussions.

What happens

Programming covers a marketing and branding panel, small business funding conversations, and a vendor marketplace. Attendees will see a live grant and pitch competition awarding parts of over $14,000 in grants and giveaways, capped off with an R&B performance by Tweet.

Who's in the room

Entrepreneurs from the Charlotte metropolitan area gather alongside organizer Autrina Tillman. Participants range from early-stage builders seeking customer traction to small business owners competing for capital and exploring growth strategies together.

How to prepare

Refine a concise summary of your business model, customer base, and brand identity before arriving. If participating in the pitch competition, practice delivering a tight presentation that clearly explains how grant funding will accelerate your marketing and commercial milestones.

Organizer: Autrina Tillman

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Tickets
158.7 – 265.41 USD
Refunds
Refunds up to 7 days before event
Sectors
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