Plugged In: Entrepreneur Connection & Resource Day

Plugged In: Entrepreneur Connection & Resource Day presented by MORTAR, in collaboration with United Way, is designed to bring the entrepreneurial community together for a dynamic mix of education, networking, and celebration. This one-day event will showcase the depth of MORTAR's entrepreneur support structure, provide direct access to valuable resources, and create a collaborative environment for entrepreneurs to learn, grow, and connect.

• Learn insider tips in expert-led sessions, including a Grant Writing Workshop with United Way.
• Walk away with tools, insights, and strategies you can use immediately to move your business forward.

• Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, share ideas, and form partnerships.
• Spark meaningful conversations with color-coded lanyards that highlight your industry and ecosystem.

• Experience the unique balance of technical business support and MORTAR’s signature community-driven culture.
• Participate in hands-on activities like the Power Hour Marketing & Communications session or the Content Challenge to boost visibility for your business in real-time.

MORTAR Alumni Resource Guide – A one-page roadmap of business-building tools and partners.

Grant Workshop with United Way – Insider access to grantmaking strategies.

Networking Ecosystem Lanyards – Easy connections across industries and affiliations.

Power Hour & Content Challenge – Collaborative, actionable marketing support and visibility opportunities.

Family-Friendly Cookout Vibes – Because building a business should also feel like building community.

Plugged In is more than an event! It’s an opportunity to recharge your entrepreneurial journey. Whether you’re seeking funding strategies, marketing tools, or new partnerships, you’ll leave with tangible resources and a stronger sense of community support.

This event has been curated for members of The MORTAR Alumni Program, United Way Black Empowerment Works grantees, and other aspiring or growing entrepreneurs! Families welcome.

Reference the parking map below for available parking nearby!

• Red circle = The MORTAR Building
• Outlined in Green = Available Free Street and Lot Parking
• Outlined in Purple = Paid Parking Options

Host or Publisher MORTAR