Freedom to Thrive: Banking, Careers & Capital Financial Summit

An empowering day dedicated to financial growth, education, opportunity and access to capital.
About this Event

Join us for an empowering day dedicated to financial growth, education, opportunity and access to capital.

The Freedom to Thrive: Banking, Careers & Capital Financial Summit with Fifth Third Bank is designed to equip individuals and families with the tools to build stronger financial futures—whether you're just getting started or growing a business.

This dynamic event features two specialized learning pathways from 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm followed by a small business panel at 5pm and a networking mixer from 6:30-8:30 pm to close out the event.

💡 Teen Financial Wellness - [12:00 pm - 4:30 pm]

Designed for teens and young adults, this pathway covers the essentials of financial literacy, including:

• Budgeting basics
• Understanding credit
• Smart banking habits
• Building a strong financial foundation early

🚀 Adult and Small Business Pathway - [12:00 pm - 4:30 pm]

Built for adults, entrepreneurs and business owners looking to grow, this pathway will cover:

• Personal Finance Reset
• Personal vs. business credit
• How to prepare for small business loans
• What lenders look for when approving funding
• Strategies to access capital and scale your business

Whether you're a student, parent, or entrepreneur, you'll leave with practical knowledge, real-world insights, and actionable next steps.

Small Business Panel - [ 5:00 pm-6:30 pm ] - 21+ or Older

• The summit will transition into a small business panel discussion featuring small business owners alongside trusted financial COIs who play a critical role in helping businesses start, scale, and sustain growth.

External Networking Mixer - [ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm ] - 21+ or Older

• To close out the evening, there will be a networking mixer creating space for attendees, partners, and speakers to connect, build relationships, and continue the conversation.

Agenda

🕑: 12:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Teen Financial Wellness Pathway (Ages 13-18)

Info: 1. Room A: Youth Lab (Teens) and Teen Financial Wellness Pathway (Ages 13–18)

• 12:00–12:30 PM — Check In & Welcome Lounge
• 12:30–12:45 PM — Opening Moment
• 12:50–1:20 | Money 101: Earn, Save, Spend, Share
• 1:20–1:30 | Break / Transition
• 1:30–2:00 | Active Workshop Application
• 2:00-2:30 | Lunch Break
• 2:35–3:05 | Recap and Conversation of Money 101 and Workshop
• 3:10–3:40 | Bank Tour (Youth Focus)
• 3:45–4:15 | Careers in Finance:
• 4:20–4:30 | Wrap-Up and Youth Go Home

🕑: 12:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Adult and Small Business Pathway (Ages 1`8 and older)

Info: 2. Room B: Adults & Small Business Pathway (18+ years old)

• 12:00–12:30 PM — Check In & Welcome Lounge
• 12:30–12:45 PM — Opening Moment
• 12:50–1:50 | Personal Finance Reset (12:50–1:50 PM)
• 1:50–2:20 | Lunch
• 2:20–2:55 | ONE67 Tour
• 3:00-4:00 | Business Banking 101: Cash Flow & Controls & Capital Readiness: Packaging Your Ask
• 4:15-4:25 PM | Break & Panel Seating

🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Small Business Panel (Ages 21 and older)
🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Networking Mixer (Ages 21 and older)