OCT 19 | Fusion Festival at the Anacostia Arts Center
Saturday, October 19 · 10am - 6:30pm
Anacostia Arts Center
1231 Good Hope Road Southeast
Dynamic Arts, Culture, Tech, and Small Businesses are a fusion of influences derived from a wide variety of human experiences. On 10/19, experience a day of carefully curated panels, workshops, and happy hours with a focus on skill sharing and cultural cohesion.
The inaugural Fusion Festival will celebrate the DMV's cutting-edge ideas, showcase its most innovative leaders, and challenge the status quo in our own backyard. Join us for a day filled with enriching sessions across multiple tracks, each designed to spark innovation, inspire creativity, and foster meaningful connections.
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Programming Tracks:
Tech and Innovation
Perfect for aspiring and established tech entrepreneurs. This track will focus on inclusive innovation, emerging technologies, and local innovators leading the charge.
Marketing + Branding
Ideal for marketers, brand strategists, and small business owners looking to understand emerging trends. Sessions will cover culturally responsive marketing, digital inclusivity, and engaging diverse audiences authentically.
Collective Wellbeing
Explore the transformative power of knowledge sharing,cultural arts, and storytelling
as tools for community empowerment. Engage in conversations that highlight
how these practices foster deeper connections and inspire individual growth, and
promote healing. Sponsoredby the The Center for Medical Humanities and Health Justice
Community Building
For leaders, organizers, and community focused on grassroots initiatives, social capital, and transformative community-driven change.
Wellness and Self-Care
Balance economic advancement with personal and communal well-being. Focus on stress management, mental health, and the impact of challenges in today’s society-- particularly in high-stress environments and marginalized communities. Experience one of a kind wellness activities and presentations curated to expand understanding.
Strategic Planning
Navigate and scale your business effectively. This track is ideal for small businesses and entrepreneurs focused on sustainable growth, strategic decision-making, and access to capital.