CONFERENCE II Branded Youth Conference 2025
Branded Youth Conference is a FREE event. You may arrive without purchasing tickets but you will need to check in at the front desk.
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Refund Policy : Refunds up to 7 days before event
About this event
Event lasts 6 hours
Please note, purchased tickets will be refunded once you arrive at Branded and check in at our registration desk. All Guests MUST check in to receive their refund.
Branded Youth Conference is a FREE event. You may arrive without purchasing tickets but you will need to check in at the front desk.
EVENT: BRANDED YOUTH CONFERENCE
When: May 2nd, 2025 at 2PM
Where: Fort York Museum, 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9
Parking Lots Nearby: For Fort York National Historic Site parking, you can utilize the surface parking lot at 250 Fort York Blvd (Carpark 266) or the Green P lot at the corner of Fleet Street and Strachan Avenue, accessed via Garrison Road
Transit: Take the 509 Harbourfront streetcar westbound towards the CNE Exhibition grounds on Fleet Street. Exit streetcar at Fleet Street and Fort York Boulevard stop. Walk north to the Visitor Centre.
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About Branded:
Branded is unlike any other youth conference. Here, you’ll receive professional photos of your product or headshots, expert marketing coaching, the chance to connect with business professionals from across the GTA, be inspired by impactful speakers, and network with other driven young professionals.
Since 2012, Branded has empowered Black, Newcomer, and Most Vulnerable Person (MVP) youth with real tools to build their businesses. Through our group consultations and annual Pitch Competition, we've awarded over $100,000 in funding to youth entrepreneurs across the GTA, helping them turn their visions into reality.
Programming Schedule:
Doors Open - 2 PM
Mocktail Hour/Speed Dating Pitch Activity - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
FEATURED PANEL: How To Survive as an Entrepreneur in 2025 - 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Navigating The Current Economy as an Entrepreneur
Digital Brand Footprint & Useful Tools
Mental Health as an Entrepreneur - Don’t Give up
Breakout Rooms/Tables - 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
Dinner - 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Pitch Competition - 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Event Ends 8:30 PM
What to Expect at Branded 2025?
This year, Branded kicks off with an exciting Mocktail Hour and Speed Dating activity featuring Mentors!
Join us at the opening of the conference for a refreshing drink and a chance to connect with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to take part in a 2-minute pitch activity where mentors will listen to your pitch and offer valuable feedback once the timer runs out. After each round, you’ll rotate to a new table and mentor, refining your pitch with each interaction. This dynamic activity is a great way to practice, refine your pitch, and gain insight—perfect for anyone not competing in the pitch competition this year! Don’t want to pitch? No problem—come early, enjoy snacks and mocktails, and network before the panel begins.
As always, we’ll be offering professional headshots from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Be sure to sign up for your time slot at registration, or look out for a volunteer with the sign-up sheet so you won’t miss any of the excitement at Branded!
Our panel this year will feature industry leaders, including representatives from CEE Toronto for Young Black Professionals, with more incredible panelists to be announced soon! The theme for this year's discussion is "How to Survive as an Entrepreneur in 2025." Hear from experts as they share insights on navigating the entrepreneurial journey in today’s ever-evolving landscape. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions during the panel’s Q&A session.
Afterward, join a breakout room to dive deeper into the topics discussed and connect with peers and mentors. This will be a great opportunity to share your experiences and gain further insights from others.
We’ll wrap up the evening with a delicious dinner before the pitch competition kicks off. Audience members will be able to cast their vote for their favourite pitch to contribute to the judging panel to select the winners. Our pitch finalists will compete for up to $5,000 in cash prizes, and this year, all finalists will receive prizes. Plus, you could win prizes just by participating in our spontaneous practice pitch before the panel!
Exciting news: This year’s panel judges include a surprise guest! Stay tuned for the reveal.
To stay up-to-date and get a chance to win more amazing prizes, follow BrandedTO on Instagram, and be sure to join our Instagram Live competitions!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Got questions? Email:brandedtoevent@gmail.com