Join the world’s top young leaders, founders and creators for a life-changing four days of connecting, learning, teaching and building. The 2024 Forbes Under 30 Summit is more an immersive experience than a static conference—featuring a private concert, A-list speakers, exclusive networking opportunities, industry-focused excursions, local culinary experiences, a legendary bar crawl, a powerful day of community service and more.
*You must be 21+ years old to attend the in-person portion of this event.
Event Recap
Past Speakers & Performers
Bad Bunny
Global Recording Artist & 3x GRAMMY Winner
Machine Gun Kelly
Multi-Platinum Global Recording Artist & Entrepreneur
Kendall Jenner
Founder
818 Tequila
Halsey
Multi-Platinum Artist and Founder & Chief Creative Officer
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Performer
Renee Montgomery
2x WNBA Champion and Co-Owner & VP
Atlanta Dream
Rainn Wilson
Actor, Author, Writer & Producer
Latto
2x GRAMMY-Nominated Artist
Performer
Alix Earle
Content Creator
Alyah Chanelle Scott
Actor, Producer & Director
Matt Rife
Comedian & Actor
Pinky Cole
Founder & CEO
Slutty Vegan
Austin Russell
Founder & CEO
Luminar Technologies
Paige Mycoskie
Founder & President
Aviator Nation
Berner
Cofounder & CEO
Cookies
Vivian Tu
Founder & CEO
Your Rich BFF Media
Lexi Underwood
Actor, Singer, Filmmaker & Changemaker
Peter McGuinness
CEO
Impossible Foods
Druski
Comedian, Creator & Actor
Vince Ning
Cofounder & Co-CEO
Nabis
Suneera Madhani
Founder, Worth & CEO
CEO School
Ham Serunjogi
Cofounder & CEO
Chipper Cash
Arian Simone
Cofounder & CEO
Fearless Fund
Akash Nigam
Founder & CEO
Genies
Jordan Cooper
Actor, Writer & Showrunner
Ross Mackay
Founder & CEO
Daring
Cami Téllez
Founder
Parade
Wemimo Abbey
Cofounder & Co-CEO
Esusu Financial, Inc.
Arturo Elizondo
Cofounder & CEO
The EVERY Company
David Hsu
Founder & CEO
Retool
Mick Batyske
DJ & Investor
Performer
Jon Husted
Lieutenant Governor of Ohio
Jomayra Herrera
Partner
Reach Capital
Madison Love
Singer-Songwriter
Performer
Sarah Kunst
Founder & Managing Director
Cleo Capital
Hannah Ross
COO, Edie Parker & Independent Director
Green Thumb Industries
Robert Felder
Founder & CEO
Bearbottom Clothing
John Walsh
Founder & CEO
Endera
Elie Haoui
Professional Magician & Cofounder
Milk + Honey
Performer
Caroline Allen
VP
The Yass Prize
Taylor Shead
Founder & CEO
STEMuli Studios
Chris Ronayne
Cuyahoga County Executive
Kristin Stoller
Senior Editor, Under 30
Forbes
Randall Lane
Chief Content Officer
Forbes
Steven Bertoni
Assistant Managing Editor, Founders
Forbes
Diane Brady
Assistant Managing Editor, Communities & Leadership
Forbes
Moira Forbes
President & Publisher, ForbesWomen and Executive Vice President
Forbes
Jabari Young
Senior Writer & ForbesBLK Editorial Lead
Forbes
Seth Cohen
Chief Impact Officer
Forbes
Sophie Beren
Founder & CEO
The Conversationalist
Jaime Castro
Cofounder & CPO
Selia
Pitch Competition Finalist
Sarah Figueroa
Cofounder & CEO
Geojam
Pitch Competition Finalist
Serena Kerrigan
Founder & CEO
SFK LFG LLC
Pitch Competition Finalist
Gerardo Mateo
Cofounder & CTO
GLASS
Pitch Competition Finalist
Roberto Peñacastro
Founder & CEO
Leadsales
Pitch Competition Finalist
Agenda
Please Note: Agenda is Subject to Change
12:00 p.m.
Registration Opens
6:00 p.m.
Networking & Happy Hour
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
The Under 30 Concert
The famous Forbes Under 30 Concert kicks off our flagship summit. Join the Forbes Under 30 community for our exclusive musical festival featuring unforgettable performances. Acts to be announced soon!
Please Note: Agenda is Subject to Change
9:00 a.m.
Doors Open
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Main Stage Programming
1:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Lunch Break
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Main Stage Programming
7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Pickleball Under The Stars
Feeling competitive? Meet us on the courts for an evening of America’s fastest-growing sport—pickleball! Please note capacity is limited and separate registration will be required to reserve your spot.
8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
The Under 30 City Crawl
Join us for the Under 30 Summit City Crawl! This year we’ll be taking over a series of spaces in Cincinnati’s historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood for an evening of fun activities, drink specials and building connections.
Please Note: Agenda is Subject to Change
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Women In Sports At Under 30 Summit
As an extension of the Under 30 Summit, Forbes will host a first-of-its-kind Women in Sports event–examining the dynamic forces propelling women’s sports into an unprecedented era of expansion and growth. Separate registration is required to attend.
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cincinnati Tours & Experiences
We’re partnering with local experience curators to put together a variety of activities that highlight Cincinnati’s diversity, creativity and contagious passion. Separate registration will be required for each activity–more information to come.
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Insider Tips On How To Make The Forbes 30 Under 30 List
Have you dreamed of being on the Forbes Under 30 list? If so, don’t miss this interactive session where we’ll share exclusive tips and insights into how to make the coveted list. Join us for a conversation and Q&A with the editors.
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Under 30 Lister Roundtables
Attend Under 30 roundtable discussions led by Listers trailblazing their respective industries. These curated conversations should lead to deeper understanding of the most pressing topics in today’s economy. And you don’t need to be a subject matter expert–just come hungry to learn.
Please note: Roundtables will be capped at 15 participants and are exclusively for Forbes Under 30 Listers. Registration will be required.
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lunch Break
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Main Stage Programming
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
The Under 30 Block Party
Join us as we close out the Summit with an unforgettable block party bash! There will be music, food, games, special surprises and more!
Please Note: Agenda is Subject to Change
10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Under 30 Service Day
We’ll give back to the Cincinnati community with a half-day of service. Various Service Day activities will be available. Separate registration will be required for all activities–more information to come.
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