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8:00 AM – 8:30 AM | Arrival & BreakfastKick off the day with a light breakfast, networking, and introductions among entrepreneurs, resource partners, and community leaders.
8:30 AM – Welcome: Cory Graham, Co-Founder, InerG Impact
8:35 AM – AI Video Presentation
8:45 AM – Remarks: Moussa Ibrahim, Financial Empowerment & Community Development Officer, and Kevin Law, Market President, Small Business – Old National Bank
9:00 AM – Fireside Chat #1: Becoming Bankable
Topic: Accessing and Preparing for Financial Capital
Speakers:
Jennifer Hall, Executive Director, Bankable
Dr. Jesse Reynolds, Executive Director, Flagship Capital
Moderator: Aaryn Eady
Discover practical steps entrepreneurs can take to become bankable and access diverse funding opportunities.
9:45 AM – Fireside Chat #2: Partnership in Ecosystem Building
Speakers: Emil Ekiyor, CEO, InnoPower and Chance Benbow (JDA Worldwide) or Kristen Anderson (High Alpha)
Moderator: Aaryn Eady
Explore how collaboration and partnerships strengthen Indiana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
10:30 AM – Fireside Chat #3: Balanced Hustle
Topic: Wellness Without Sacrificing Success
Speaker: Ted Baker, CEO, Innovation Connector
Moderator: Aaryn Eady
Learn how founders can build thriving ventures while maintaining mental health, wellness, and balance.
11:15 AM – Vendor Showcase & Networking Lunch
Connect with local vendors, resource partners, and business support programs while enjoying lunch and conversation with fellow entrepreneurs and leaders.
12:30 PM – Fireside Chat #4: Scaling with Purpose
Topic: Growth, Impact, and Sustainability
Speaker: Clayton Whitson, President & CEO, Madison County Chamber
Moderator: Aaryn Eady
Explore strategies for scaling responsibly while staying community-centered and mission-driven.
1:15 PM – Fireside Chat #5: The Future of Entrepreneurship
Topic: Technology, AI, and Global Opportunities
Speakers: Tressena Jones & Fred Bays
Moderator: Aaryn Eady
Dive into how innovation and emerging technologies are shaping the next generation of entrepreneurship in Indiana and beyond.
2:00 PM – Coffee Break & Vendor Shopping
Refresh, recharge, and explore vendor booths while connecting with local innovators and business owners.
2:45 PM – Fireside Chat #6: The State of Entrepreneurship in Indiana
Speaker: Vanessa Sinders, Statewide Leader, Indiana Chamber of Commerce
Moderator: Aaryn Eady
Gain insights into statewide efforts to foster collaboration, innovation, and inclusive business growth across Indiana.
3:30 PM – Fireside Chat #7: How the Chamber Can Help
Speakers:
Larry Williams, Indianapolis Black Chamber of Commerce
Muncie Black Chamber of Commerce Representative
Tamie Dixon-Tatum, Anderson Madison County Black Chamber of Commerce
Celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship and community leadership with music, refreshments, and meaningful connections during the Igniting Anderson Networking Mixer.
4:30 PM – Event Concludes
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
2629 Lindberg Road, Anderson, IN, United States, Indiana 46012
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.
