JOIN US FOR
The Summit of The Black MasterMind
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1. Pitch Contest
Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM
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2. Grand Opening
Friday, October 17, 2025 | 10:00AM - 11:30AM
GRAND OPENING DAY 10:00AM-6:00PM
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3. Black Dotte MarketPlace & Summit Vendor EXPO
Friday, October 17, 2025 | 10:00AM - 6:00PM
GUEST ENTER FREE
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4. Road2Capital
Friday, October 17, 2025 | 1:00PM - 3:30PM
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5. Speed Networking
Friday, October 17, 2025 | 6:30PM - 10:30PM
SPEAKER: DELANO JOHNSON
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6. Speaker Sessions
Saturday, October 18, 2025
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7. Financial Literacy
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 8:30AM - 2:30PM
GUEST SPEAKER: DR. GEORGE FRASER
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8. Award Dinner
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 7:30PM - 10:30PM
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: DR. GEORGE FRASER
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9. Graduation & Brunch
Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 9:30AM - 2:00PM
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: DELANO JOHNSON
The Pitch Competition
Step into the spotlight at the 2025 BootCamp Pitch Contest—where bold ideas meet real opportunities. This is your chance to win up to $20,000 in seed capital, connect with industry leaders, and showcase the business you’ve been building with passion and persistence.
Pitch With A Purpose
This is a high-stakes funding opportunity for your business.
Total Prizes Over $35,000!
Price List:
$20,000 – First Place
$10,000 – Second Place
$5,000 – Young Black MasterMind Award
Eligibility:
For $20,000 Prize:
Alumni/Graduates who are incubator businesses
Dues-paying members of The Black MasterMind Group
For $10,000 Prize:
Alumni/Graduates
Dues-paying members of The Black MasterMind Group
For $5,000 Prize:
90-Day Vendors in the Black Dotte Marketplace
Important Dates
Pitch Day:
• Sept 28 (Live) 3PM-5PM Pitch Prep Training
• Sept 29 (Virtual) 6PM-8PM Via Zoom
Pitch Day:
• Oct 16, 2025 (9 AM–4 PM)
Award Dinner
• Oct 18, 2025 – 7 PM
(Must be present to win)
The Summit Vendor EXPO
BECOME A Vendor
Apply to Be a Vendor at the Black Dotte Marketplace
Date: October 16 – December 31, 2025
The Legacy Park Plaza, KCK
Why Apply to Become a Vendor?
Prime Holiday Sales Exposure – Be part of the busiest shopping season of the year.
Business Training & Development – Receive guidance and tools to prepare you for permanent growth.
Pitch Competition Entry – All selected vendors automatically qualify for the 2025 Pitch Competition with a $5,000 cash prize.
Grand Opening Weekend Traffic – Your business will launch alongside the Black MasterMind Summit, bringing in hundreds of attendees for shopping, networking, and community celebration.
Key Dates
Vendor Move-In: October 12–16, 2025
Grand Opening & Business Expo: October 17, 2025 at 10 AM
Summit of The Black MasterMinds: October 18–19, 2025
Vendor Commitment: Daily Hours (Mon–Sat 10 AM–6 PM, Sun 12–5 PM)
Registration Deadline: September 20, 2025
Vendor Selections Announced: September 26, 2025
Who Can Apply?
We are looking for Food & Retail businesses ready to showcase their products and services. Food trucks are also welcome to join us in the Marketplace parking lot on weekends.
Limited Opportunity
Only 30 vendors will be selected. Don’t miss this chance to position your business in front of a steady stream of holiday shoppers, investors, and community leaders.
Apply Now to Pitch Your Business for a Spot in the Incubator!
Summit Single Day Vendor Expo
Friday, October 17, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The Legacy Park Plaza | 1111 N 5th St, Kansas City, KS 66101
The Summit Single Day Vendor Expo is your opportunity to showcase your business in front of hundreds of attendees during one of the most anticipated events of the year — The Summit of The Black MasterMinds.
Why You Should Be a Vendor:
Unmatched Visibility – Position your products, services, or food business in front of a highly engaged audience.
Diverse Audience – Connect with entrepreneurs, professionals, families, and community members ready to shop and support local businesses.
Business Growth – Gain exposure, build your customer base, and increase brand awareness.
All Business Types Welcome – Whether you’re in products, retail, food, services, or food trucks, this is your chance to shine.
Event Highlights:
One-day expo packed with networking, shopping, and community engagement
Held in conjunction with The Summit of The Black MasterMinds — bringing together entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and changemakers
Prime opportunity to kick off the Holiday Shopping Season with style and impact
Vendor Booths Are Limited – Secure Yours Today!
This is more than just a marketplace — it’s a platform for growth, exposure, and meaningful connections. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this dynamic experience.
The Summit Registration
The Summit Activities
Pitch Competition
Black Dotte MarketPlace Vendor
The Summit Single Day Vendor EXPO
Road2Capital
Speed Networking
Financial Literacy
Awards Dinner
Graduation & BRUNCH
