The Creators Summit 2024 Schedule
Date: September 21, 2024
Location: Marriott Marquis, Washington D.C.
9:00 am - Doors Open
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | Meet the Disrupters
Kick off the day with trailblazing creatives who’ve rewritten the rules in their industries. Panelists will share how they turned their bold ideas into reality, inspiring the audience to embrace disruption in their own journeys.
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | Pitch, Pivot & Persevere Panel
Hosted by CNN and TNT’'s experts, this dynamic discussion will guide creatives on when to pitch, pivot, or completely change direction, based on insights from some of the top minds in the industry.
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | Funding Your Vision: Navigating Crowdfunding for Creative Success
Presented by GoFundMe. Attendees will learn the strategies behind successful crowdfunding campaigns and explore how these methods can be applied to fuel their creative projects.
12:00 PM - 1:20 PM | Creator’s Luncheon
Celebrate with us as we honor four extraordinary women who are trailblazers in their fields. Enjoy a delicious southern-style lunch and raise a toast to their successes. Special guest speakers will add to the inspirational atmosphere.
1:30 PM - 2:20 PM | Shattering Glass Ceilings: Black Women Leading Beyond Boundaries
Hear from inspiring women who have broken barriers in some of the world’s biggest companies. This discussion will highlight the challenges they’ve faced and the strategies they’ve used to rise to the top.
1:30 PM - 2:20 PM | Pitch in 60 - A Creative Sprint
Presented by Capital One. This interactive experience brings attendees together with Capital One Brand Creatives for a fast-paced, collaborative pitch session that challenges participants to present innovative ideas under pressure.
2:30 PM - 3:20 PM | Vision to Victory: Making Dreams Happen
This inspiring panel features stories of resilience and success as panelists share how they turned visions into reality. Attendees will leave motivated to pursue their own dreams.
2:30 PM - 3:20 PM | The Creators Dream Workshop: A Step-by-Step Guide
Presented by the Creative Affairs Office. This interactive workshop will walk attendees through the practical steps of taking creative ideas from concept to completion, offering hands-on guidance and participation.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Shop Vendor Lane
Support and shop from a curated selection of Black-owned businesses. This is a perfect opportunity to discover unique products and services from talented entrepreneurs.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | It's A Nardy! Networking Party
End the day with networking, music, and an open bar sponsored by Ketel One Vodka. Unwind, connect, and toast to new friendships, collaborations, and a successful day of creativity.