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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The lineup

featured speakers

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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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Groups of 3 save 50%. Scholarship tickets are available.

A lone figure walks out of the darkness into a single spotlight at the centre of a vast empty stage.

The Pitch Competition

have an idea
worth building?

Step into the NextGen Pitch Competition and put your idea in front of an audience ready to see what you can create. Build your pitch, take the stage, and compete.

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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.

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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. Coming with your crew? Groups of 3 save 50%, at $10 per person. We’ve also set aside 40 scholarship tickets for young people who may not be able to cover the cost. 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?

If you are a founder age 29 or under, yes. Twenty semifinalists are selected and ten pitch live on October 30 for a share of $10,000. See the pitch competition. Applications close October 20 (extended from October 17).

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.